Friendship Ranch Retreat

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What we offer

Our Programs

  • SPARK Retreat Classes/Horse Behavior (Children-Teens-Adults)
  • Horse Handling Certification
  • Peerships

Things to do at Friendship Ranch

Equine Assisted
Services/Horsemanship Programs

  • Barn Management Certification • by appt
      Learn barn basics, horse handling, grooming, nutrition and health practices
  • Horsemanship Certification • by appt
      Learn horse handling basics of ground work, connection and liberty
  • Peerships/Group Horsemanship • Sat 10-1
      Learn life skills & social emotional regulation- Participants will help others find joy in making friends through farm experiences
  • Teen Natural Horsemanship • Thurs 4:30-6
      Small group learning based on safe, relax, responsive and confidence in horsemanship
  • Junior Natural Horsemanship • Tues 4:30-6
      Small group learning based on safe, relax, responsive and confidence in horsemanship
  • Senior Adult Meet and Greets • Wed 10-12
      Small group assisted living and memory care seniors experience the joy and healing of horses
  • 1:1 Meet and Greet / Family Farm Visits • by appt
      *Meet and Greet are mandatory for club membership programs
  • Homeschool/School Groups • by appt

Who we're for

Audience

  • All Abilities 5-100 years
  • Home/Public/Private School Groups
  • Senior/Memory Care Facility Residents

Equine Assisted Services

Equine Assisted Services for all abilities involve relationship based interactions between individuals and horses to promote physical, emotional, cognitive and social well-being.  These Services cater to individuals of varying abilities, including those with physical disabilities, neurodiversity, mental health challenges and developmental disorders.  Through structured activities and interventions, Equine Assisted Services aim to enhance safety, relaxation, communication, sensory processing, motor skills, self-confidence and overall quality of life for participants. This relationship based approach integrates the unique qualities of horses, such as their empathy, nonverbal communication, and gentle nature,  to facilitate personal growth and empowerment in individuals of all abilities.

Another component of FRR is to emphasize the value of undemanded time spent with the animals or in our safe space sensory house, Jude’s Place. Individuals have their freedom to connect with the animals in a relaxed and non-pressurized environment or utilize the sensory space to regulate. This concept recognizes the therapeutic benefits of simply being in the moment, fostering calm, reflection , and emotional regulation. Un-demanded time allows participants to develop emotional awareness contributing to their overall well-being and personal development journey. 

Membership Policy

Experience the unique opportunity to become a member of Friendship Ranch Retreat, where acceptance is based on alignment with our shared values and vision.  Through a thoughtful process we welcome individuals who resonate with our commitment to connection, community and inclusivity that farm life and the animals at Friendship Ranch have to offer.This tailored approach ensures that each participant contributes authentically to our Friendship Ranch community. Call today for more information or to schedule your 1:1 Meet and Greet.

Benefits

  • It’s the simple things.
  • Learn how to behave with animals and how to transfer that to human relationships.
  • Examine herd individuality to identify with what we think and feel to develop coping tools.
  • Find Meaning : Experience how we effect the world around us.

Audience

  • All Abilities
  • Field Trips
  • Home School Groups
  • 1 on 1
  • Small Group Workshops

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