War Horses For Veterans
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"I never thought this experience would change my life and set myself on a new path."
-Iraq Veteran
Our mission at WHFV is to equip combat veterans and first responders for success by using reflection and personal growth. Our goal is to help combat veterans and first responders who experienced life-disrupting trauma to recover from their limitations, to repurpose their talents and abilities to a successful life, and to reintegrate into their families, workplaces, and communities. We envision a community of active duty military, combat veterans, and first responders who support one another as each individual moves from trauma through recovery to a productive and sustainable life.
— TAKE THE FIRST STEP ON A JOURNEY THAT PUSHES YOU TO NEW HEIGHTS
The horse will keep you focused and honest every step of the way. If you are not present and engaged the horse will let you know.
BENEFITS OF OUR PROGRAMS
Build Confidence
At War Horses, you will break down and face your fears, by learning to be vulnerable with the horse. When facing your fears and conquering them, a natural boost of confidence occurs. You also gain confidence in a supportive environment with your peers. You will gain confidence after learning how to communicate and move a 1,000 lbs animal, period.
Improved Communication
The most important part of communication is listening. As you work with the horses you will be placed in a situation where you have to understand what you are communicating both, verbally and non-verbally.
Increase Energy Awareness
Energy awareness can change the whole dynamic of what you are trying to accomplish. Your energy and what you put off says everything. Working with a horse you learn very quickly how that energy can affect your communication.