Did You Hear What I Said?

This program focuses on listening skills through engaging equine-assisted activities aimed at enhancing your child’s communication abilities. By partnering with a horse, your child will improve both verbal and non-verbal communication, witnessing firsthand the importance of giving and receiving directions effectively.

Your child will have the opportunity to learn that good listening skills include following and giving directions, enhancing understanding, building relationships, and boosting empathy.

Life Skills: Verbal & Non-verbal Communication, Empathy & Listening to Understand

Who:  Completed Kindergarten and UP

Dates:  Mondays, June 16, 23 & 30

Time: 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

Location:  3135 West 22nd Street, Kearney, Nebraska

Program Size:  Limited to eight (8) youth.

Minium number:  Three (3)

Release of Liability Form required: https://www.lyonheartequinelearning.org/release-of-liability/

Registration Fee:

• $50 (non-refundable) holds your youth’s place in the corral.
• Venmo: @Lyoness-8077 (phone number ending 0135)
• Cash or check: Payable to LyonHeart EAL, 3135 West. 22 Street, Kearney, NE  68845
• Registration payment link – adding a $3.00 service fee – https://www.lyonheartequinelearning.org/register/registration-payment/

All activities are completed in an out-door setting (corral and activity shelter).   Closed-toed shoes are mandatory.  No riding and previous horse experience needed.

Program value is $300 per individual. Thanks to our generous sponsors, the remaining costs have been covered by private donations and fundraisers.

Further program assistance is limited and will be determined by a case-by-case basis.  To be considered, please fill out the application (located under the registration tab) in its entirety and submit ALL supporting documents by June 9, 2025.

For more information, contact Nancy at Nancy@LyonHeartLearning.org