Our Programmes
Reins & Roots CIC delivers short-term, structured wellbeing programmes designed to provide early intervention, preventative support and opportunities for personal growth.
Through guided interaction with horses, animals, nature and the outdoor environment, participants are supported to build confidence, resilience, emotional wellbeing and positive coping strategies.
Our programmes are time-bound, purposeful and delivered within safe, supportive and safeguarding-led environments. They are designed to complement existing support networks and help participants develop the skills, confidence and connections needed to thrive.
We are committed to inclusion and welcome participants to join the programme that best reflects their needs, interests and where they feel most comfortable and supported.
Youth Equine Wellbeing Programme
Ages 12–16
• 6-Week Programme
• Weekly 1.5-Hour Sessions
• Small Groups (Maximum 4–6 Participants)
Our Youth Equine Wellbeing Programme provides structured, short-term support designed to help young people build confidence, resilience and emotional wellbeing through guided interaction with horses.
Programmes are delivered in small groups, creating a safe and supportive environment where participants can develop self-awareness, communication skills and positive coping strategies.
Where appropriate, sessions may take place during part of the school day whilst the young person remains enrolled with their school.
Weekly Session Structure
Each session follows a consistent format to provide routine, familiarity and a sense of psychological safety:
• Arrival and grounding activity
• Structured groundwork with horses
• Practical leadership and confidence-building exercises
• Break and informal reflection
• Facilitated discussion and personal reflection
• Goal setting and session close
Sessions are safeguarding-led and delivered within a professionally managed environment in partnership with The Orchard Equine and Land-Based College.
Intended Outcomes
Participants may demonstrate:
• Increased confidence and self-belief
• Improved emotional regulation
• Greater resilience and coping skills
• Improved communication and peer interaction
• Increased engagement and participation in education or community activities
Where appropriate and with consent, a brief summary of participation and observed development may be shared with parents, carers, school
Adult Equine Wellbeing Programmes
• 6-Week Programme
• Weekly 1.5-Hour Sessions
• Small Groups (Maximum 4 Participants)
Our Adult Equine Wellbeing Programmes provide structured opportunities for adults to spend time with horses in a calm, supportive and non-judgemental environment.
Programmes combine guided interaction with horses, practical activities, facilitated discussion and opportunities for personal reflection. Sessions are designed to encourage connection, confidence-building and emotional wellbeing through shared experiences and time spent in nature.
Each programme follows a structured format, allowing participants to build trust, develop relationships and engage at a pace that feels comfortable for them.
Programmes may be delivered during daytime, evenings or weekends depending on participant needs and availability.
Sessions are non-clinical, safeguarding-led and delivered within a professionally managed environment in partnership with The Orchard Equine and Land-Based College.
Our programmes are intended to complement existing wellbeing support and provide accessible opportunities for adults to invest time in themselves, connect with others and experience the benefits of horses and the natural environment.
Women's “ Come as you are” Wellbeing Programme
A supportive wellbeing programme designed to create space for reflection, connection, grounding and personal growth.
Delivered in small groups, Come As You Are offers women the opportunity to step away from the demands of everyday life, spend time in nature and engage with Animals in a calm, non-judgemental environment.
Focus Areas
• Stress management and wellbeing
• Identity, confidence and self-esteem
• Emotional balance and resilience
• Supportive connection and shared experience
• Personal reflection and growth
Weekly Structure
• Arrival and grounding activity
• Guided interaction with Animals
• Practical confidence-building exercises
• Break and informal discussion
• Facilitated group reflection
• Personal development focus
Sessions are delivered within a safe, supportive and safeguarding-led environment, encouraging participants to connect with themselves, others and the natural world.
Come As You Are is a community wellbeing programme and is not intended to replace clinical therapy, counselling or medical treatment.
Quiet Strength
Men's 6-Week Wellbeing Programme
A structured wellbeing programme designed to support resilience, self-awareness and quiet confidence through guided interaction with Animals.
Delivered in a calm and supportive environment, Quiet Strength provides space for men to step away from everyday pressures, develop practical coping strategies and build confidence through shared experiences and reflection.
Focus Areas
• Managing stress and pressure
• Emotional awareness and resilience
• Confidence and self-belief
• Positive communication and connection
• Leadership through calmness and consistency
Weekly Structure
• Arrival and grounding activity
• Practical equine groundwork
• Leadership and confidence-building exercises
• Structured reflection and discussion
• Personal development focus
Sessions are delivered in small groups within a safe, supportive and safeguarding-led environment.
Quiet Strength is a community wellbeing programme and is not intended to replace clinical therapy, counselling or medical treatment.
No previous horse or Animal experience is required.
Animal-Assisted Therapeutic Support
Delivered in partnership with a qualified counsellor and therapeutic practitioner.
Animal-assisted therapeutic sessions provide structured support within a calm, safe and professionally managed environment. Sessions may involve horses and other suitable animals, alongside therapeutic activities designed to encourage reflection, self-awareness and personal development.
Suitable For
• Anxiety and stress management
• Emotional regulation and resilience
• Confidence and self-esteem
• Identity and personal development
• Life transitions and personal challenges
• Building trust and positive coping strategies
Format
• Individual 1:1 sessions
• Small therapeutic groups (where appropriate)
• Session length determined through initial consultation
Sessions are delivered under professional therapeutic guidance and are distinct from general wellbeing programmes, recreational activities and riding lessons.
A suitability discussion or referral may be required prior to participation to ensure the most appropriate support can be provided.
Animal-assisted therapeutic support is intended to complement, not replace, medical, psychological or specialist mental health services where required.
Short Wellbeing Workshops
Throughout the year, Reins & Roots CIC may offer a range of short wellbeing workshops and community events designed to promote confidence, connection and emotional wellbeing.
Workshops may include animal-assisted activities, equine experiences, nature-based wellbeing, personal development themes and community-focused wellbeing opportunities.
These sessions are typically delivered as half-day or single-session experiences and provide an accessible introduction to the wider programmes offered by Reins & Roots CIC.
Workshops are community-focused, supportive and non-clinical in nature, creating opportunities for people to connect with others, spend time outdoors and invest in their wellbeing.