Programs
Young Leaders
Life Skills for Youth Organisations and School Students
Women
Women's retreats- Authentic You
Self leadership- Life skills for fresh starts
Family Herds
Relationship building, dynamics and communication
Team Building
Herds are to horses as teams are to humans. Achieve better outcomes for people who are working together in any settings. Whether your objectives are to promote a positive working environment, staff wellbeing, better outcomes for the workplace or team cohesiveness, this program has much to offer. Discuss your objectives for a tailor-made experience.
Private Sessions
Programs can be tailored to your personal needs.
Horses Helping us Live Well
Engage in an unforgettable learning experience that inspires personal growth, equips with essential life skills, and enhances success and happiness through a connection with our equine teachers.
About Us
Carrie Hyde -Head Facilitator
Carrie has dedicated approximately 25 years to the field of education, covering both public and private sectors, as well as primary and secondary school levels. Her understanding of learning processes and human behaviour has fostered a conviction that self-knowledge and life skills is as crucial to our success and well-being as academic learning, and it is a lifelong pursuit for many.
EQ for Wellness is located in Bingie on a semi-rural property 10 minutes from the town of Moruya on the South Coast of NSW. Bingie boasts natural coastal environment teaming with rich animal and birdlife and close to National Park and beaches.
EQ for Wellness presents an opportunity to engage with our equine teachers and experience lifechanging results.
EQ for Wellness provides an environment that is welcoming to all cultural backgrounds and supports individuals on their life journey. Horses, being free from judgment, always honest, and unbiased, are perfect teachers for fostering an inclusive atmosphere. Equine Assisted Learning delivers a potent learning experience, enabling participants to acquire profound, insightful understanding applicable to their personal lives.
EQ for Wellness offers a nurturing and supportive environment for individuals seeking wellness, connection, and happiness in their life journeys.
Our Team
Get to know our equine teachers...
Mustang
Mustang is a pint sized pony with a truckload of character. At approximately 20yo, he has gained the wisdom of an elder and never fails to win hearts.
Jemmy Moss
Jemmy Moss (Jem) is a 20 yo warmblood X mare. At 15.3 hands high, she can seem quite imposing to some but her gentleness will win you over.
Flynn
Flynn is 11 yo and has a bold character. Flynn is still gaining experience and growing to maturity. He is curious and brave and needless to say, very handsome.
Elke
Elke, a buckskin mare, just loves company. She loves her herd and knows when she needs to assert herself to meet her needs and maintain her place. Elke is very sweet natured and patient when it comes to humans.
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Frequently Asked Questions
We can work with individuals, pairs, and groups from 3-6 for each session time. Larger groups up to 12 can be accomodated if an alternative activity is provided while half the group completes the horse program.
Absolutely NOT! Each group is briefed on the rules and safety precautions with the animals around the arena as a part of the progarm. Safety always comes first and accommodations can be made for different client needs.
Our programs are run in an outdoor arena and will continue to run when absoluetly possible. However if there are high winds, heavy rain or thunderstorms, making the day unsafe or unpleasant, your session will be rescheduled.
We have all experienced feeling uncomfortable when out of our comfort zones. This is the time that we often experience the most growth. Some of our clients who started our programs feeling nervous have discovered more about themselves and overcome their fear.
No! All of the work is done 'on the ground' which means out of the saddle. You will work alongside the horses as part of your team. This way of working with horses allows them to respond most authenically and provides the most learning for you.
Yes! Certification has been earnt through Equine Connection-The Academy of Equine Assisted Learning.
Yes! We carry insurance for ourselves and for those who attend our courses.
Cowboy boots and hats are not required! However sturdy, flat covered shoes are a must as you will be walking in sand and around very heavy animals. Make sure you wear clothing that you are comfortable in such as jeans and that you are prepared to get dusty. Appropriate clothing would include that which protects from sun, rain, wind, heat and cold according to the expected conditions on the day as we will be working in an outdoor arena for part of the session.
EQ for Wellness runs from a property at Bingie, !0 minutes south of Moruya, and set amongst the trees and natural fauna of the area. Bingie provides the perfect tranquil setting to foster a positive learning environment. Bingie is also known for its stunning local beaches (5mins drive) and cultural significance to Indigenous custodians.
Be prepared. Make sure you take your preferred antihistamine medication prior to touching the horse. Modifications can be made to assist individual needs.