​Horse Leadership Programs (5-15 years old)

 

Join us for an adventure that will last a lifetime!

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*Equine Behaviors and Communication

*Leadership and Internships

*Equine Welfare Education

*Strong, Meaningful Connections 

*Self-Management

*Humane Training

*Regenerative, Sustainable Gardening

 

Through intergenerational mentorships and equine connections, we empower our youth with skills needed to successfully navigate all settings with confidence and strong boundaries.

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Penny Lane Foal Rescue and Training Center offers youth, 5 years and older, opportunities to:

• participate in weekly hour long lessons

• work with horses from the safety of the ground

• halter and lead horses through effective communication

• develop respectful partnerships with horses 

• learn to use approach and retreat techniques, pressure and release, repetition, voice commands, and body language to guide horses through various maneuvers

• socialize and provide foundation skills for rescued foals

• make a huge difference in the lives of rescued foals by giving them a second chance at a wonderful life

• become an advocate and ambassador for responsible horse ownership, horsemanship, and humane treatment of New Mexico's horses

 

Our LITTLE FARM LEADERS, 5-8 years old, experience joy and confidence as they build respectful and loving partnerships with our confidence builders. They are mentored by our more experienced youth Leaders and have a great time making new friends, learning about equine care, and taking on physical challenges with their equine partners and mentors. Little Farm Leaders also acquire skills around regenerative gardening practices and helping our environment.

 

Our HORSE SOCIALIZERS and ADVANCED LEADERS, 9 years and older, provide much-needed socialization and foundation skills for our rescues to learn safe and appropriate interactions with humans of all ages. Socializers and Leaders are empowered to develop respectful, loving connections with our young Mustangs and to incorporate positive associations towards groundwork and advanced training. These youth build lifelong friendships, gain a significant understanding of equine care and behaviors, and assist with the operations of a working rescue.

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Training packages are based on four consecutive weeks, offered year-round. This fee based program supports the purchase of hay and farrier care for our rescues. CONTACT US to learn more about our YOUTH LEADERSHIP PROGRAMS! 

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Benefits of Working with Horses

 

Our Youth Horse Leaders who engage regularly with horses experience increases in:

 

• Personal responsibility

• Respect

• Communication skills

• Focus

• Executive functioning skills for analyzing, planning, and completing tasks

• Problem-solving skills

• Capacity for compassion and empathy

• Relationship and friendship skills

• Self-management skills

• Confidence, resilience, and self-esteem

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