A Step-by-Step Guide to Becoming an Equine-Assisted Coach

Have you ever felt drawn to helping others heal, grow, and transform their lives through the

power of horses? Becoming an equine-assisted coach is a deeply rewarding path that allows you to guide individuals on their journey of self-discovery and personal growth—all with the help of a horse’s wisdom and intuition.

At The Freedom Way® Equine Assisted Coaching Certification, we equip aspiring coaches with the knowledge, hands-on experience, and confidence needed to make a real impact. If you’re wondering how to get started, this guide will walk you through the steps to becoming a certified equine-assisted coach.

Step 1: Understand the Role of an Equine-Assisted Coach

Equine-assisted coaching is a powerful, experiential process that uses interactions with horses to help individuals develop self-awareness, emotional regulation, and personal growth. Unlike traditional therapy, equine-assisted coaching focuses on coaching principles—helping clients move forward in their lives through self-discovery and empowerment.

As an equine-assisted coach, you’ll learn to:

• Facilitate coaching sessions alongside horses to help clients overcome challenges.

• Guide individuals in developing self-regulation and emotional awareness.

• Work with horses as co-facilitators, allowing their natural instincts to support healing and

growth.

• Create a safe and transformative environment for personal breakthroughs.

If this aligns with your passion, you’re ready for the next step!

Step 2: Choose the Right Certification Program

Not all equine-assisted coaching certifications are the same. The Freedom Way stands out

because we focus on practical, hands-on training, ethical horsemanship, and a proven

coaching framework.

When choosing a certification program, here are a few questions to

consider:

• Does it align with your values and coaching philosophy?

• Is the training comprehensive, covering both coaching techniques and equine

partnership?

• Does it provide hands-on experience and mentorship?

• Will it prepare you to work confidently with clients?

Our program offers all of this and more—empowering you with the tools and support needed to launch your equine-assisted coaching practice successfully.

Step 3: Complete Your Training & Hands-On Experience

The Freedom Way Equine Assisted Coaching Certification is designed to give you both theory and practice.

During your training, you’ll learn:

• The Foundations of Equine-Assisted Coaching – Understanding how horses facilitate

healing and transformation.

• Coaching Skills & Techniques – How to guide and support clients through their journey.

• Horse Behavior & Communication – Learning to work with horses in a way that honors their natural instincts.

• Facilitating Powerful Sessions –Leading sessions in the the moment that organically create real change.

• Safety & Ethical Practices – Ensuring a safe and professional coaching environment for

human and equine.

You’ll also receive live, hands-on coaching experience, where you’ll practice working with

clients under expert guidance.

Step 4: Gain Confidence & Start Coaching

Once you complete your certification, you’ll be equipped with:

• A deep understanding of equine-assisted coaching.

• The ability to facilitate meaningful, transformative sessions.

• The confidence to start your own practice or integrate coaching into your existing work.

Some graduates go on to start their own equine-assisted coaching businesses, while others integrate this work into fields like therapy, counseling, leadership coaching, or personal development.

Step 5: Continue Learning & Growing

Becoming an equine-assisted coach is not the end of the journey—it’s just the beginning! At The Freedom Way®, we believe in ongoing growth and professional development.

As part of our certification, you’ll receive:

• Mentorship & Support – Guidance as you start your coaching journey.

• A Community of Like-Minded Coaches – Stay connected with a network of equine-assisted coaches.

• Advanced Training & Continuing Education – Opportunities to deepen your skills and

knowledge.

Are You Ready to Take the First Step?

If you’ve been waiting for the right moment to step into your calling as an equine-assisted coach, this is it. Horses have a unique way of helping people uncover their true potential—and you can be the bridge that guides them there.

Ready to start your journey? Click [here] to learn more about The Freedom Way® Equine

Assisted Coaching Certification and take the first step toward a fulfilling career.

Curious to go deeper? Click to watch our Step Into The Arena video podcast that expands on this blog and brings the conversation to life..

You can check out a few of our other blogs about Equine Assisted Coaching below.

Blog Post links:

https://www.freedomwayequinecoaching.com/post/the-magic-of-horses

https://www.freedomwayequinecoaching.com/post/educate-yourself-before-you-invest-choosing-the-right-equine-assisted-coach-certification