The Horse as Partner - Not Tool

With the welfare of the horse as a primary goal, this clinic aims to shift the mindset of participants from viewing the horse merely as a tool for achieving goals to recognizing them as active partners in the process. Reinforcing the concept of the horse as a partner, rather than a tool, not only enhances the equine experience but also promotes a deeper understanding and respect for these intelligent beings.

The partnership between horses owners, trainers and PATH instructors is a distinctive and essential component of equine-assisted services, training and multiple disciplines. With the welfare of the horse as the primary focus, this collaboration enhances the effectiveness of therapeutic sessions, training sessions and the horse’s daily work as horses contribute both to the learning environment and the emotional experience of participants, trainers and owners.

Their intuitive nature allows them to respond to the emotional and physical states of clients, providing valuable insights that instructors might use to tailor their approach. Horses often mirror the feelings of those around them, which enables instructors to observe participants’ reactions and adjust the session dynamics accordingly. The same can be said about any horse encounter whether training or riding.

This clinic is approved for PATH International CEU credits. Each clinic will count for 0.5 CE AND 2.5 CR-All Continuing Education Units. PATH members, use promo code PATH15 at checkout for 15% off.