Current and ex-serving emergency services and Defence personnel and family are invited to join us for a day of Equine Therapy on the Gold Coast.

Engaging in activities with horses provides an opportunity for people to explore and develop their strengths, thus improving self-awareness and confidence. Horses are non-judgmental and have no expectations or hidden agendas. A horse operates in the here and now responds immediately and honestly to what is happening in its environment, and is an expert in reading non-verbal signals and body language.

Unlike other animals, they mirror human emotions, intent and body language, expose incongruences that may arise, and provide vast opportunities for metaphorical learning. Members will spend the day getting to know the Equine Alliance horses and engage in activities such as grooming, feeding, and leading a horse. Equine Alliance have kindly donated their time and resources to offer Buddy Up members a day of equine therapy at their facility.

Buddy Up Australia membership: Buddy Up Australia is an Australian Registered Charity that enriches the lives of current and ex-serving defence members, first responders and their families through fitness, social and volunteering events. Lifetime membership is free for current and ex-serving defence members, first responders and their families. Membership gives you access to all free or subsidised Buddy Up events. Please register as a Buddy Up member for free to join in on this event: https://app.buddyupaustralia.org/login

Places are limited to 8 people. If you are unable to attend please advise us 3 days before the event so that we can fill your spot. We are looking forward to sharing this experience with you.

Equine Event on the Gold Coast.

Location: 53 Veronica Drive, Tallai

Time: 9am Sunday 5th Nov.

Max Attendees8

No age limit ( If young children they will need to be with parents; Total includes all participants children and adults.

What to bring: Ware solid shoes, comfy clothes, a hat, and water.