Are you interested in learning more about horses beyond riding? Whether you are new to the horse world or looking for a meaningful way to reconnect with and care for a horse, our Introduction to Horses program offers a welcoming and supportive place to begin.
At Whispering Equine, we are passionate about helping people connect with horses in ways that go beyond traditional horsemanship or riding lessons. We believe horses deserve to be understood as sentient, intuitive partners who have so much to teach and share with us. Horses are not simply tools or vehicles for work or recreation — they are powerful teachers, companions, and communicators. By focusing on relationship-based horsemanship, participants are invited to build trust, respect, and understanding from the ground up, creating safe and fulfilling partnerships between horse and human.
During these non-mounted sessions, participants may explore a variety of topics, including:
- Horse anatomy
- Breed and color identification
- General horse care
- Haltering and grooming
- Safe handling and leading
- Saddle and tack identification
- Tacking up
- Understanding herd dynamics and what they can teach us
- Body language and non-verbal communication
- Animal communication using pendulum work and muscle testing
- Natural horsemanship practices
- Liberty work
One of our goals at Whispering Equine is to introduce a deeper and more compassionate way of understanding and interacting with horses. Through these experiences, participants often find themselves engaging in meaningful self-reflection and personal growth while developing “horse sense” and forming a connection with these remarkable animals. Many individuals experience increased self-awareness, confidence, trust, and improved communication skills through the process.
Programs are typically offered as private sessions to support a comfortable and personalized experience, but small group sessions can also be arranged. These sessions are available for individuals ages 8 and older.
Note: If you have your own horse and would like to include them in your session experience, this option may be available and can be discussed further.