Changing Lives With A Horse, (Of Course)!

Episode 146: How do I know if I have the right horse for Equine Assisted Learning?

If I get a horse first, then do your course, will my horse be right for this kind of work?
We LOVE this question, because it is so, so important to know that you are working with, or partnering with a horse that you can trust!
We were having a wonderful conversation with our friend, Krystal, about this the other day and totally agree that this is something that should be covered!
Just like she had said, “I know a great relationship with the horse is key, but I know its more than that too. Is there ever a horse that you know won’t be safe?”
Join us to find out how to choose a horse that is just right for Equine Assisted Learning!

Episode 145: Equine Connection: Our Story

We've done it all the hard way, so you don't have to. Listen to our story....

Episode 144: We are starting our 17th Year... lets talk about it...

Hi there, HorsePreneurs and dream-chasers! 🌟 Today’s episode is extra special as we’re celebrating a HUGE milestone—17 incredible years in business! 🥳
From humble beginnings to helping passionate individuals like YOU turn dreams into reality, it’s been an unforgettable journey of growth, grit, and galloping toward purpose. 🐴✨
We’ll be sharing stories from the early days, lessons we’ve learned along the way, and what it truly means to follow your passion in the equine world. Plus, stick around for some exciting surprises—we’re pulling out a little retro magic in honor of this milestone!
So saddle up, hit play, and join us for a heartfelt celebration of how far we’ve come—together. Let’s ride into the next chapter, stronger and more inspired than ever.

Episode 143: 🎄 A Retro Christmas Tale 🎄

This year, we’re heading back in time,To where our journey began, so prime.Helping HorsePreneurs find their way,Turning passion to purpose, every day.
As we celebrate seventeen years,We’re spreading joy and festive cheers!With something retro, bold, and new,A once-in-a-lifetime gift for you.
The chance to join, to learn, to grow,The program that started it all, you’ll know.Equine dreams with business flair,A special offer, beyond compare.
🎁 Join us Today, don’t delay,Join us LIVE for this grand display!Click the button, mark your spot,Replay’s there if you’ve forgot.
So come one, come all, don’t miss the call,This Christmas, we’re giving our all!Let’s make your equine dreams come true,And start the new year fresh and new.

Episode 142: How to Maintain Equine Welfare on a Small Acreage w/ Jane Hemingway-Mohr

When it comes to small horse acreages, there’s more stress on feed, more pressure on fencing, more routine maintenance. But with proper management and “know-how”, small acreages can be healthy and productive, and meet your horse’s needs mentally and physically. Join us to chat being responsible for the horse's welfare on small acreages!

Episode 141: The AUSTRALIA Exclusive!

Imagine turning your passion for horses into a rewarding career where you feel confident, connected, and fully supported while helping others. Sounds great, right? But how do you start? What should you do first?
We get it. Without support, the journey can feel overwhelming. You have valid concerns about income, finding clients, and setting up a business.
Here at Equine Connection, we understand the challenges you may face—uncertainty about income, fear of investment, or feeling misunderstood in a unique field.
But what if there was something that could help bridge the gap between dreaming and doing? What if you had a straightforward path to starting a business that uses horses to help others?Tune in to find out more about this EXCLUSIVE opportunity in Australia and check out https://ec.equineconnection.ca/australia-exclusive for more details! 

Episode 140: You Have Questions!

But not to worry! The gals from Equine Connection are here to answer your burning business questions! Whether you’re just starting out or looking to grow, this is your chance to get expert advice, tips, and insights. Let's tackle your challenges together and help you move forward with confidence!

Episode 139: Making the Wrong Thing Hard and the Right Thing Easy w/ Warwick Schiller

Understanding “making the wrong thing hard and the right thing easy”, is often hard for us as people, as it is all about allowing the horse to have control. In a sense, as people, we’re control freaks. We want to control the horse, but really in order to get along with horses really well, the first thing we've got to do and it's hard a lot of the time is to give up that need to control the situation. Listen in!

Episode 138: Dr. Karen Gellman talks Posture!

Wasting time and money switching saddles, farriers, trainers, and more?Facing unpredictable, explosive behaviors that leave you feeling unsafe?
Do you ever wonder if you've overlooked something crucial?Postural Rehabilitation could transform the way you view your horse!
Today, we have a special guest to explain why your horse's posture is so important!
Dr. Karen Gellman is a holistic veterinarian and expert in the biomechanics of posture and locomotion in animals. Since 2005, she has been teaching veterinarians, chiropractors, rehabilitators, farriers, dentists and manual therapists about the critical importance of neutral posture for equine performance and wellness..
All horse owners can easily understand how to recognize and fix postural imbalance, which is often the root cause of mystery lameness, behavioral issues and poor performance. When Postural Rehabilitation restores your horse’s neutral posture, they will be calmer, more cooperative, and ready to share your dreams - the very best they can be!
 

Episode 137: Answering Your Horse Business Questions

You ask and we answer! If you didn't know, we have started a new community to help Horsepreneurs to get their businesses going in the Equine Assisted Field.  Check it out on FB! Equine Assisted Business Hotline - Success Group for HorsePreneurs!

Episode 136: How did Kari get her first horse?

Get to know a little more about the gals from Equine Connection! We will be sharing a few shorter podcasts over the next little bit to introduce ourselves to you and let you know how we got to where we are today! 

Episode 135: “Learning is experience. Everything else is just information.” – Albert Einstein

After just completing our most recent In-Person Training outside Abbotsford, BC, we couldn’t agree more with that statement! We had some people return for more training, some people freshly certified and some AMAZING horses to work with and help us create A-Ha moments for facilitators and clients alike!
Here is one thing about being a facilitator: you can never stop learning. You can never stop growing. And neither can your certification.
Join us to discover the many A-Ha moments we had and what Equine Connection does to always stay ahead of the curve!

Episode 134: “Learning is experience. Everything else is just information.” – Albert Einstein

After just completing our most recent In-Person Training outside Abbotsford, BC, we couldn’t agree more with that statement! We had some people return for more training, some people freshly certified and some AMAZING horses to work with and help us create A-Ha moments for facilitators and clients alike!
Here is one thing about being a facilitator: you can never stop learning. You can never stop growing. And neither can your certification.
Join us to discover the many A-Ha moments we had and what Equine Connection does to always stay ahead of the curve!

Episode 133: Equine Connection & Equine Guelph - NEW BOOK

Ever wondered about their ability to snooze while standing or their lack of a gall bladder?
Equine Connection and Equine Guelph have joined forces for an engaging online venture titled "Who Knew? Fun Facts & Why It Matters."
We're thrilled to chat with Equine Guelph's Director, Gayle Ecker, delving into the book, horse welfare, and the genuine importance of understanding our horses better!
Join us to uncover how you can snag your very own complimentary copy of the book!

Episode 132: THIS is why we do what we do! Listen to this story!

Every course that we run always fills us with purpose and joy, but every once in awhile, a very special connection happens that just overfills our cup. Last week we had one of those courses. The fellas came in for their first program. Apprehensive, defensive and definitely not finding much humour in our jokes or entertainment value. They were skeptical and apprehensive to the extreme! But, we always know, it is the time with the horses that will allow them to gain what they need. And boy, did the horses ever do their job!

Episode 131: The Horse Hotline

As you probably already know we’re all about empowering HorsePreneurs to cultivate thriving equine-assisted businesses! It’s been a passion of ours for decades.
Over the years, we’ve shared many ways to help HorsePreneurs around the world through our social media platforms, our email newsletter, our online courses, and of course, our Certification Course.
And with that, we’ve recognized the challenges many face in navigating the path to success.
So…
We’re planning on launching a brand NEW membership, at an INSANELY affordable price, to help you on an ongoing basis, month after month.
This community will guide and empower you to confidently build successful businesses for their equine-assisted modalities, guiding you from uncertainty and confusion to clarity, fostering client connections, achieving personal growth, and making a living doing what you love!
This new membership is closed for registration, but you can still get on the waitlist for the main roll out! Go to http://stan.store/equineconnection to sign up!

Episode 130: The Sage Mustang

We are so excited to chat with fellow facilitator Sandi Graham!
Sandi grew up on a ranch in southern Alberta, where horses became an integral part of her life. As a wife and mother of two young adults, she balances her family life with her passion for teaching. Sandi considers herself a lifelong learner, understanding that knowledge is essential for wisdom. The idea of helping people through interactions with horses had always intrigued her, though it remained in the background for some time. When she discovered the equine assisted learning program, Sandi knew she had found her calling. The concept of horses teaching humans resonated deeply with her, solidifying her belief in the powerful partnership between the two species.Tune in to hear about her horses and the magic she sees happen eery day!

Episode 129: Our Beautiful Alice from Australia!

We had the chance to sit down and chat with Alice to learn a little bit more about Jane's right hand gal!Alice’s expertise lies in Corporate Human Resources with a focus on Learning & Development and Leadership. She completed the Equine Connection Facilitator course in June 2017, enabling her to combine her past business experience with her lifelong passion for horses. Shortly after, Alice joined the Leading Edge team as the Director of Business Development. In 2018 she undertook further training to fulfill the role of Assistant Instructor with the Equine Connection Sydney campus.
Working across all our programs, Alice is passionate about ensuring our clients achieve genuine and sustainable growth opportunities through our experiential learning-based curriculum. She brings a wealth of experience in skill development having supported clients through the design and facilitation of programs to build skills such as Leadership, Management, Communication Negotiation and Team Building.
Prior to joining the team, Alice was Vice President, Human Resources at the Macquarie Group in New York and Sydney. Through her career she has held a number of HR Business Partner and HR Specialist roles for leading Investment Banks including UBS and Barclays. She started her career in Australia, before spending over 10 years based in the US, UK and Middle East.
Alice is an accredited NCAS riding Coach and when not in the office she enjoys riding and spending time with the horses.

Episode 128: Jason Skoog! Horse Jack of All Trades!

 Learning to turn the love of horses into different entities of being with horses and learning from them. Certified in Equine Assisted Learning, farrier, and horsemanship training, and riding lessons. How all of this encompasses the entire business at Foundational Skills Development. Everyone told us you can’t make a living working with horses so had a journey internally to start understanding that it is possible to earn a living with the passion of working with horses. Join in for this fabulous interview with Jay!

Episode 127: Jane and Kari Head to Cali to see the wild horses!

I'll never cease to marvel at the amazing business we've built! The fact that our enterprise involves such valuable creatures and allows us to constantly invest in our own growth is truly remarkable! I absolutely adore how every step we take with horses is not just a passion but also a business expense, eligible for write-offs.
 
Jane and I made a beautiful decision to go to, Return to Freedom Wild Horse Sanctuary in California!! To be present to experience these precious creatures in their world, to watch, to observe (just like we do facilitating), and to CONNECT!! Tune in to hear more about this amazing experience!