Welcome to Trotter: Horses Working with People
The horse community has long understood the profound healing power of horses. As Churchill and Reagan once said, “There is nothing better for the inside of a man than the outside of a horse.” At Trotter, we make it possible for everyone to experience the unique benefits that horses bring through Equine-Assisted Learning (EAL). Trotter is dedicated to connecting EAL facilitators, barn and horse owners, and businesses looking for effective team-building and leadership development experiences—all through the power of horses.
What is Equine-Assisted Learning?
Equine-Assisted Learning (EAL) uses horses to facilitate growth and insight. Working with horses in an
EAL session helps individuals and teams break through barriers that seem insurmountable in daily work life. Horses are intuitive animals, often able to see and respond to things that go unnoticed by humans. Through EAL, teams and leaders can gain valuable insights about themselves and their dynamics that translate directly to their work environment.
How EAL Works for Your Team
EAL sessions are a unique form of coaching, guiding team members and leaders to use their existing knowledge to work through real-life challenges mirrored by interactions with the horses. Through these
experiences, participants uncover solutions they already possess but may not have realized. The results are profound, often leading to enhanced teamwork, leadership, and personal growth.
Our Offerings
For Clients and Companies
Gathering a team for a typical training session can be difficult. But a day spent at a barn, working with
horses, is an exciting and effective approach to team-building or leadership training. Trotter connects companies with a network of EAL facilitators and locations, offering various options such as half-day, full-day, and multi-day sessions. Whether your team wants to stay local or plan an overnight retreat, Trotter can tailor an experience that brings real results.
For EAL Facilitators
Trotter supports certified EAL facilitators by marketing their services to an ideal client base. We also provide access to barns and horse owners interested in hosting EAL sessions at their facilities. While EAL facilitators are skilled in leading transformative sessions, we offer the network and resources needed to keep those sessions fully booked and impactful.
For Barns & Horse Owners
Trotter provides barn and horse owners with an opportunity to earn additional revenue during quieter
times, typically on weekdays. EAL sessions are conducted unmounted, making them low-risk for all participants. By partnering with Trotter, barns and horse owners can host these unique training sessions even if they are not EAL-certified, bringing new life and revenue to their facilities during off-peak hours.
For EAL Certified Facilities
Many barn and horse owners choose to become EAL certified, adding a valuable service to their offerings and creating an additional income stream. Once certified, Trotter can step in to help you build a successful business by connecting you with clients, setting up a professional website, and offering Customer Relationship Management (CRM) support. With Trotter, your EAL services are positioned for long-term growth and success.
At Trotter, we believe in the power of horses to transform and connect people in meaningful ways. Whether you’re a company looking for a unique approach to training, an EAL facilitator seeking more opportunities, or a barn owner interested in additional revenue, we’re here to help you succeed. Join Trotter and discover the extraordinary benefits of working with horses.