Parent's Program

Riverlands Rise offers specialized programs for parents, designed to support and empower them in their parenting journey. These programs provide a safe and nurturing environment where parents can explore their own experiences, enhance their self-awareness, and develop effective parenting strategies. Through a combination of equine-assisted activities, discussions, and guidance, parents can gain valuable insights, strengthen their parent-child bond, and cultivate a positive and supportive family dynamic. Riverlands Rise aims to equip parents with the tools and knowledge they need to navigate the challenges of parenting with confidence and resilience.

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Next Programs:

TBA.  Usually on a Sunday, 10.00am-4.00pm.  Maximum of 6,

$120 per person including morning/afternoon tea and lunch.  Facilitators Dawn Tukuniu and Lee Toy.

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Equine-assisted learning offers parents a range of benefits for personal growth and parenting skills. Working with horses as partners can enhance self-awareness, helping parents recognize and understand their emotions, behaviors, and communication patterns. It promotes emotional regulation as parents learn to manage their feelings and establish a calm and connected presence. Engaging with horses also strengthens relationship-building skills, including trust, empathy, and effective boundary-setting, which can be applied to parent-child dynamics. By interacting with horses, parents gain insights into non-verbal communication, patience, and intuition, which can positively impact their parenting approaches and deepen their understanding of their children's emotions and needs.

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To inquire or make a booking, please email dawn@riverlandsrise.com.