Specialty Conferences
Experiential Learning
Custom Equine-Assisted Learning for Churches, Schools, Groups, and Organizations
Spirit Song in Anna, TX, offers Equine-Assisted Learning experiences designed specifically for adults. These programs cater to churches, schools, groups, and organizations of all sizes, focusing on areas such as communication differences, character development, team dynamics, and leadership growth. Each of Spirit Song's programs is tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual or group.
We work with:
- Leaders transitioning to new organizational roles
- Adults seeking personal growth and direction for new life seasons
- Teams aiming to enhance collaboration
- Faith-based organizations striving to better understand human behavior
- Pastors in need of a unique experience for recharging and refining communication skills
Our Equine-Assisted Learning programs provide lasting insights, using horses as patient and perceptive teachers. We incorporate GALLUP® CliftonStrengths® assessments to identify individual and team strengths, structuring programs based on Equine Experiential Education Association (E3A) models. Each custom program is designed for impactful learning and tangible results.
Building Blocks to Success 100 Series
A Strong Foundation for Personal Growth:
Our 100 Series Program develops self-awareness and life skills, addressing challenges that affect both youth and adults. Participants learn to recognize early warning signs, understand underlying issues, and confidently take action to prevent or resolve difficulties. Topics covered include:
- Bullying
- Earning Trust
- Patience
- Feelings & Empathy
- Reputation
- Self-Esteem
- Values
- Setting Boundaries
Building Blocks to Success 200
The Building Blocks to Success 200 Series builds upon the foundational skills acquired in the Building Blocks to Success 100 Series. This next level of growth focuses on developing key character traits that are essential for both the individual and those functioning within a group. Through this dynamic program, individuals gain essential social interaction skills necessary to contribute positively to team-oriented activities.
- Being a Team Player
- Being Real and Authentic
- Expressing Empathy
- Solidifying Values and Reputation
- Setting Dynamic Boundaries
- Honing Responsible Leadership Under Pressure
- Creating Time
- Cultivating Confidence and Self-Esteem
Couples & Family Enrichment
Horses, as herd animals, exhibit social structures similar to human relationships. By engaging in unmounted, arena-based activities with horses, couples and families gain insight into their own relationship dynamics.
Through unbiased equine feedback and guided coaching, participants:
- Identify relationship patterns
- Understand individual behaviors within family dynamics.
- Learn communication and teamwork strategies.
- Discover action steps for stronger connections and harmony.
Our facilitators help interpret equine interactions, offering meaningful takeaways that lead to positive change within relationships.
Building Blocks for Trust 100
The Building Blocks for Trust 100 Series is designed to develop and strengthen self-awareness while refining an individual’s ability to select and apply essential life skills. This foundational program addresses key life experience issues that all families encounter, providing tools to help individuals and families:
- Identify early warning signs of challenges
- Recognize and understand underlying issues
- Actively and confidently define courses of action to prevent, resolve, or improve situations
Core Focus Areas:
- Establishing Core Values
- Building Self-Esteem and Confidence
- Setting Fixed Boundaries
- Moving Beyond Abuse
- Controlling Feelings and Expressing Empathy
- Balancing Patience and Time Management
- Earning Trust
Building Blocks for Trust 200
The Building Blocks for Trust 200 Series builds upon the foundational skills developed in the Building Blocks for Trust 100 Series. This next level of growth focuses on fostering awareness of character traits that are essential for both the individual and individuals operating within a family unit. Through this dynamic program, adults and youth alike gain the social interaction skills necessary to contribute positively to family and group-level activities.
Through equine-assisted activities, professionals:
Key Focus Areas:
- Defining & Accepting Roles
- Being Transparent
- Reciprocal Empathy
- Building on Core Values
- Setting Dynamic Boundaries
- Honing Respect for Authority
- Cultivating Quality Time
- Promoting Confidence and Self-Esteem
Strengthening Team Dynamics Through Experiential Learning
The Building Blocks for Teams Program is a comprehensive, hands-on learning experience designed to enhance teamwork, communication, and leadership skills. Using experiential learning techniques—including interactions with horses—participants gain a deeper understanding of group dynamics, personal accountability, and effective collaboration. The program emphasizes real-world application, helping teams develop trust, resilience, and adaptability in professional and personal settings.
By engaging in structured activities with horses, individuals cultivate essential interpersonal skills, enhance their ability to navigate group challenges, and build a foundation for long-term success in team environments. Whether for workplace teams, community groups, or personal development, this program provides a transformative approach to strengthening group cohesion and performance.
Building Blocks for Teams 100
The Building Blocks for Teams 100 Series is designed to develop and strengthen team awareness and cooperation, fostering a culture that can dynamically recognize and adapt team behaviors. This foundational program addresses real-life, on-the-job experiences faced by teams, equipping them with the tools to:
- Identify early warning signs of challenges
- Recognize and understand underlying issues
- Actively and confidently define courses of action to prevent or resolve conflicts
Core Focus Areas:
- Building Self-Confidence and Esprit de Corps
- Setting Flexible Boundaries
- Controlling Expression
- Crossing the Finish Line Together by Balancing Patience and Time Management
- Valuing Input – Not Taking Opinions Personally
Building Blocks for Teams 200
The Building Blocks for Teams 200 Series builds upon the foundational skills developed in the Building Blocks for Teams 100 Series. This next level of growth focuses on fostering awareness of character traits that are essential for individuals operating within a team. Through this dynamic program, participants gain essential social interaction skills necessary to positively contribute to group-oriented tasks.
Participants learn to assess different choices, predict outcomes, anticipate responses before engagement, and present viewpoints in ways that will lead to more effective teamwork and collaboration.
Key Focus Areas:
- Being a Team Player
- Being Real and Authentic
- Expressing Empathy
- Solidifying Values & Reputation
- Setting Dynamic Boundaries
- Honing Responsible Leadership Under Pressure
- Creating Time
- Cultivating a Culture of Confidence and Self-Esteem
Building Blocks for Self - Acceptance Alpha
Building Blocks to Self-Acceptance Alpha Series develops and strengthens self-awareness and individual coping skills. The fundamental aspects of the program focus on key life experience issues that Veterans and First Responders face. The tools provided facilitate each individual to identify early warning signs for each of these issues, to recognize and understand what is happening, and to actively and confidently define courses of action to redirect or resolve.
Key Focus Areas:
- Establishing Values
- Building Self Esteem, Confidence, and Self-Respect
- Setting Fixed Boundaries • Moving Beyond the past
- Controlling and Redirecting Feelings and Empathy
- Balancing Patience and Time Management
- Accepting Self-Forgiveness
Building Blocks for Self - Acceptance Bravo
Building Blocks to Self-Acceptance Bravo Series builds on the foundational blocks experienced and acquired from the Building Blocks to Self-Acceptance Alpha Series. Here, we develop awareness of character traits essential to both the individual and to individuals operating as a group. This dynamic program equips Veterans and First Responders with improved social interaction skills.
Key Focus Areas:
- Role Acceptance - Team Player
- Being Real/Authentic
- Expressing Empathy
- Solidifying Values & Reputation
- Setting Dynamic Boundaries
- Honing Responsibility Under Pressure
- Aligning Time and Importance
- Cultivating Confidence, Self-Esteem, Self-Forgiveness
Ready to Experience the Transformative Power of Equine-Assisted Learning? Contact us today to schedule a program tailored to your group’s unique needs!