At Team J - horses boost the life skills of young people.

At Team J - horses boost the life skills of young people.
A scientific study has revealed that an involvement with horses boosts the life skills of young people.
Horses, the study found, acted as both teachers and friends for young people.
Youths who learned horsemanship skills showed better decision-making, thinking, communicating, goal-setting and problem solving.
Working with horses helped them develop positive values and life skills that are transferred to a young person’s daily life.
Aside from life skills, young people also benefit through the physical demands of riding and horse care.
Horseback riding is a complex and demanding physical sport and the daily care of horses further develops physical fitness and instils a source of regular physical activity in a child’s life.
Horseback riding teaches teamwork in a very immediate way.
Working with horses improved young people’s self-esteem and confidence.
Daily horse chores play a role in developing a sense of responsibility, empathy and compassion; important skills for starting and maintaining relationships with others.
The horse also provides unconditional acceptance, as well as emotional support for their young caretaker.
Horses serve as both teachers and friends, and in both roles, positively impact the physical, mental and emotional well being of youth.
At Team Johnson holiday camps, young riders gain an appreciation of caring for a horse as well as learning in a positive fun filled environment.For bookings go to www.teamj.com.au or email Christine christine@teamj.com.au