Equine Assisted Learning (EAL) sessions at Open TRAIL Ranch (OTR) are completely ground-based (no riding) and can consist of learning to connect with a horse through grooming, leading, lunging, round pen work, and much more. A PATH, Intl, conducts EAL lessons—Equine Specialist in Mental Health Learning.

Our EAL program here at OTR is centered on the concept that by building a working relationship with a horse, any participant can develop essential skills that can translate to all aspects of their daily lives. The building of the relationship is the main focus of our program. Our trained and certified EAL Practitioners facilitate this relationship and assist the participant in recognizing the non-verbal communication that horses use daily.

Horses, being herd animals, react strongly to the body language and behavior of those around them. The horse’s reactivity directly relates to the inputs they are receiving from the participant, acting almost as a living mirror reflecting the emotions and actions of the participant back onto them. This can lead to self-reflection in the participant, which is essential for personal growth.

Occasionally, lessons will consist of work on the horse as determined by the instructor.

Ages: 6+.

Interested in Equine Assisted Learning?

Please fill out our Participant Intake Form to join our waiting list. When a spot opens, an OTR staff will contact you.

Pricing per 1 Hour Session

• $50 – 2 or More Participants
• $70 – Private
• $100 – Initial Evaluation to Determine Eligibility 

Open T.R.A.I.L. does not bill insurance. All Equine Assisted Learning Lessons are Private Pay.