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Leadership Development Retreats at RockRose Ranch

Question 2

What is Equine-Assisted Leadership Development?

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Equine-Assisted Leadership Development is an experiential learning approach that uses interactions with horses to build effective leadership skills. Because horses are highly sensitive to human emotions, energy, and communication, they provide immediate, honest feedback—without judgment. Through guided, ground-based activities (no riding), participants gain insight into their leadership style, learn to communicate more clearly, build trust, regulate stress, and lead with greater self-awareness and authenticity. The lessons learned with the horses translate directly to workplace leadership, team dynamics, and personal growth.

Question 3

Who can benefit?

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Equine-Assisted Leadership Development benefits a wide range of individuals and groups, including emerging and experienced leaders, entrepreneurs, business owners, and executives seeking greater self-awareness and presence. It is especially impactful for teams looking to improve communication, trust, and collaboration; professionals navigating change, burnout, or high-stress environments; and individuals in life or career transitions who want to lead with more clarity and confidence. Because the work is experiential and nonverbal, it is also powerful for those who learn best by doing rather than talking.

Question 4

What happens during a session?

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During an Equine-Assisted Leadership Development retreat, participants engage in a series of guided, ground-based activities with horses designed to foster reflection, insight, and growth. The retreat typically includes a mix of experiential exercises with the herd, facilitated group discussions, and individual reflection time. Participants explore themes such as leadership, communication, boundaries, trust, and emotional regulation, receiving real-time feedback from the horses and skilled facilitators. The experience is intentionally immersive and restorative, often set in a natural environment, allowing participants to step away from daily distractions, reconnect with themselves, and leave with practical insights they can apply to their work and lives.

Question 5

When are Leadership Development Retreats offered?

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We are in the early stages of offering this new service. Stay tuned for updates by follow us on social or joining our email list. If you are interested in being one of our first test clients please reach out to inquire.

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Where do retreats take place?

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Leadership retreats will be help at RockRose Ranch which has both indoor and outdoor facilities including two barns, a covered round pen, outdoor arena, club house with conference space and kitchen.

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How do retreats support Halleck Creek's mission?

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While our core focus remains serving people with disabilities, our leadership retreats are designed as a complementary way to support and sustain our adaptive and therapeutic programs. Currently, participant tuition covers only 16% of the true cost of delivering adaptive riding lessons; the remaining 84% is made possible through donations to our Breaking Barriers Fund.
RockRose Ranch offers unique resources—including experienced senior horses who have transitioned out of the riding program—that are ideally suited for ground-based leadership and personal development work. By leveraging these existing assets, honoring our commitment to lifelong learning, and responding to a growing demand for meaningful, experiential professional development, we are able to welcome new audiences to the ranch. These retreats generate earned revenue that directly supports our mission, expands access to our programs, and strengthens the long-term sustainability of our services for the disability community.

Question 8

How much do retreats cost?

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Pricing information and menu options will be shared at a later date.

Question 9

Are scholarships available?

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While these retreats are primarily designed for corporate groups and teams who are able to pay full program fees, we do occasionally offer reduced rates for mission-aligned community groups, such as parents of children with disabilities or nonprofit teams who directly support our participants. If cost is a barrier and you feel this experience would be meaningful for your group, we encourage you to reach out to start a conversation.

Question 10

Questions?

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We’re happy to help. If you have questions about Equine-Assisted Leadership Retreats, please contact our team at info@halleckcreekranch.org.(info@halleckcreekranch.org)

We look forward to connecting with you and sharing more about our programs.

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