Connect, Learn & Grow at Dreamwinds
At Dreamwinds Equine Assisted Learning Center in Tryon, North Carolina, we help people discover new ways to connect, learn, and grow. Our award-winning programs use equine-assisted learning (EAL)—a hands-on approach where horses help teach communication, leadership, and personal growth skills in ways you won’t forget. Whether you’re here for leadership workshops, personal retreats, or our top-rated EAL Certification Training, we’re all about creating meaningful experiences that make a lasting impact. With affiliate locations across Canada and graduates around the world, Dreamwinds is proud to be a global trusted leader in EAL.
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Our Services
Team Building & Leadership Development
Our experiential programs with horses for corporate teams are tailored to meet the specific needs and goals of your organization. From leadership development to improving communication and problem-solving skills, our experiential activities with horses provide valuable insights and lasting results.
Your breakthrough awaits…
EAL Facilitator Certification
Dreaming of a career of helping others through horses? Explore our Equine Assisted Learning Facilitator Certifications offering the highest quality education, proven EAL curriculum of exercises, start up tools, marketing training and ongoing support to help you embark on a successful career in this dynamic field.
This way to your dream career…
Personal Growth & Empowerment
Discover our diverse range of workshops and retreats designed to foster connection, personal growth and empowerment. Join us to deepen your self-awareness, strengthen your relationships, and embrace transformative experiences through unique and engaging activities with our horses..
Unlock your potential here…
An Introduction to Dreamwinds EAL
What is EAL?
Equine Assisted Learning (EAL) is an experiential approach to teaching life skills like leadership, communication, and teamwork using horses. Our Equine Assisted learning program is an objective-based learning program where participants work on the ground with horses through carefully designed objective-based obstacles and problem-solving exercises.
The horses’ sensitive nature, awareness of their surroundings, and herd instincts make them exceptional teachers. Horses look for a leader — the same kind of compassionate, clear, and confident leader that people seek — and through our many experiential programs, they help gently guide participants, letting them know when they get it right and when they have opportunities to grow! Work together with groups and teams and learn to lead through these patient and trusting animals.
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Experience the remarkable benefits of Equine Assisted Learning at Dreamwinds Equine Assisted Learning Center in North Carolina. Our expert team, exceptional programs, and commitment to excellence make us the top choice for individuals and organizations seeking transformative experiences. Contact us today to learn more about our programs, certifications, and how EAL can positively impact your life or business.
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2018
Simcoe County Business Excellence Award
2017
Bradford Entrepreneur of the Year
2016
Bradford Business Excellence Award
Simcoe County Business Excellence Quality Award
Newmarket Best New Business Finalist
2015
Bradford Best New Business Award
Simcoe County Entrepreneur of the Year
2014
Bradford Best New Business Award
Dreamwinds Blog
Thinking About An EAL Career: 5 Key Considerations Before You Take The Leap
Are you standing at a professional crossroads, longing for a career that aligns with your deepest values? If you have... read more
Behind the Scenes at Dreamwinds: How We Help Our Horses Beat the Summer Heat
Summer in Tryon, North Carolina, is no joke, especially for our Canadian horses! When we moved to North Carolina four years... read more
How Horses Teach What Classrooms Can’t
The real horse-power behind Equine Assisted Learning. Have you ever sat through a workshop or training day, clutching a lukewarm coffee,... read more
Backed by More Than Experience: The Science Behind Equine‑Assisted Learning
When people hear "research-backed," their eyes can glaze over pretty quickly. Fair enough. It can sound academic, distant, or like... read more
Testimonials
Wow that a GREAT Night! We had the pleasure of working with Whisper (the horse) are our teammate tonight. While being blindfolded and have to lead Whisper, with each other’s instruction, through obstacle courses, was really cool. It was amazing to see how Whisper would respond to us and how our voices, our body language guided her or not LOL. Great experience that I think all couples should do.
The Dreamwinds EAL program delivered unique and structured exercises that facilitated teamwork, communication, and active listening across my team. This experience was a great alternative to the “monthly boardroom meeting”, and motivated the team to act as a cohesive unit within a fun and safe environment. I would recommend Dreamwinds to any organization!