Providing you with a platform to strengthen relationships, explore possibilities and optimise potential in all aspects of your life.
A unique learning experience
Salta Horses is an accredited equine-assisted therapy and learning provider in North Canterbury.
Our highly-qualified team work with individuals, whānau and corporate teams in a beautiful rural setting in the Waimakariri district, just 40 minutes-drive north of Christchurch.
We also provide a mobile service with our special team of mini-horses.
All work is done on the ground with the horses free in an enclosure. There is no riding or horsemanship involved. Anyone can take part, even if you have never been near a horse before.
Professional Learning and Development
Looking for a memorable professional development experience? Our team building and leadership retreats offer endless equine-assisted learning opportunities in a peaceful, rural setting in North Canterbury.
- Overcome communication challenges
- Explore team dynamics
- Develop leadership skills
- Uncover useful strategic insights.
Every session is fully customised to meet the needs of your business. You’ll be surprised what our horses can teach you.
Equine-assisted therapy
Salta Horses’ therapy services can support you to navigate challenges and enhance all aspects of your life. Our experienced team work with people and whānau looking to:
- Strengthen relationships
- Improve communication skills
- Manage stress, anxiety and depression.
Our approach combines equine interaction with talking therapy in a rural environment, all under the guidance of a mental health professional and equine specialist.
How it works
Individuals, whānau and teams all benefit from interacting with our horses to gain insights they can apply in their personal and professional lives.
Our unique style of experiential learning encourages creative problem solving; promotes wellbeing, growth and development; enhances communication, self-confidence and self-awareness; and helps to reduce stress and fatigue.