Your path to empowerment and transformation
Discover personal growth with Equine Assisted Learning
Are you looking for a unique and impactful way to enhance your personal and professional development? Look no further than Equine Assisted Learning at Blackhill Equine. Our nature-based experiential sessions offer you the opportunity to connect with horses in a meaningful way, uncovering insights and developing skills that will enrich your life.
We happily work with Self-Funded and Plan Managed National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) participants. If you're an NDIS participant, consult your NDIS Support Care Coordinator to include Black Hill Equine sessions in your plan.
Eva will work with you to understand your therapeutic goals and tailor activities that deliver benefits aligned to those goals.
Team Building & Leadership Workshop
Unleashing Leadership Potential with Horses
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“I give Eva 5 stars, she is really good with helping me with ways to calm down and to be self aware. She has taught me a lot about horseman ship. Her horses are really calm and good to work with, they are really gentle.”
What is equine assisted learning?
Equine Assisted Learning is a powerful experiential learning approach that pairs humans and horses in collaborative activities. These activities are designed to nurture social-emotional skills, personal growth, and professional development, including leadership and teamwork. By interacting with our gentle and intuitive equine partners, you'll receive immediate, honest feedback that drives your progress. Research has demonstrated remarkable improvements in communication, self-esteem, empathy, problem-solving abilities, and more.
- B R O O K E -
“We cannot praise Eva enough for the wonderful work she does and has done for our son. We have been on what feels like a long journey, with many health professionals, trying to support and nurture him, and have finally found someone that makes a difference. From the initial phone call with Eva I knew she understood and was going to be amazing. She is so genuine, caring and understanding. Whilst empowering him and giving him confidence, she has taught so much about the horses and really taken on this keen interest of his.”
Why horses?
Interacting with horses provides a range of physiological and psychological benefits, including reduced stress, lowered blood pressure, increased well-being hormones, and improved social functioning. Horses also teach us vital life skills, such as effective communication, healthy relationship building, and strong leadership qualities.
- T A M I K A -
“I like our sessions because they give me a better understanding of how to look after animals and take care of them. Being around Catalina and Charlie makes me feel safe and happy and gives me a better understanding of their body language and I love how calm I feel. If something is wrong with them, I can sense it and I love working with them because it helps me understanding their personality”
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Meet the team
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Delhi
The alpha mare
Delhi, a 26-year-old Stockhorse mare, boasts a rich history as a successful polo pony. Her leadership qualities shine through as she guides and mentors the herd. -
Catalina (Cat)
The expressive partner
Cat, an 9-year-old Spanish Andalusian cross mare, is a sensitive soul. Her expressive nature ensures you'll always understand her emotions, fostering a deep empathy and connection.
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Charlie
The delightful entertainer
Charlie, an 9-year-old Bay, Welsh C cross Riding Pony, is the new kid on the block. With a playful spirit and endless charm, he's here to provide smiles and teach us about boundaries.
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Maggie and George
The furry companions
While not horses, our border collies, Maggie and George, offer their own form of companionship, adding to the welcoming atmosphere of Blackhill Equine.
Meet your facilitator
Eva Parkin, a qualified Equine Assisted Learning practitioner and member of the International Institute for Complementary Therapies (IICT), leads the Blackhill Equine team.
Eva’s decades of horsemanship experience allow her to skillfully guide people of all ages through a process of transformation. Eva's warm and empathetic nature, combined with her dedication to equine-assisted growth, ensures that every participant's journey is personalised and impactful.
Sessions and pricing
Our Equine Assisted Learning sessions are tailored to your specific needs and goals. We offer ground-based activities, including grooming, leading, lungeing and simply spending time with the horses. All sessions are held in a safe and respectful manner.
90 minute session: $195
60 minute session: $150
(Introductory session only)
