Positive Change through Connection with Horses
Spiritus Equis – the spirit of horses – formed in 2014. The team is based near Erlestoke, Wiltshire and we offer equine assisted therapy and equine assisted growth and learning activities to help children, young people, adults and families. We also work with community groups and corporate services.
We work together as a small team of mental health specialists, equine specialists and of course horses. Our approach to working is strongly influenced by the EAGALA model.
The centre at Downswood is home to our therapy horses, and is set in 7 acres of beautiful, tranquil grounds with paddocks, a stable area and a small herd of curious alpacas.
There is a parking area and reception/break-out room adjacent to the sand school.
at The Stables, Downswood, Gt Cheverell, Nr Devizes, Wilts. SN10 5TW
On the B3098 between Erlestoke and Great Cheverell
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10 Year old Boy June 2018
“Being able to be with the horses, leading them around over obstacles made me feel kind of calm and relaxed and in control. Everyone was really kind and it was interesting to talk about what the horses were feeling and hearing. I really enjoyed it and loved just being with them.”
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Exciting Workshops for Young People in Autumn Half Term
Come and Join our Summer Workshops!
Spritius Equis is holding some exciting summer workshops for the holidays We will be doing lots of exciting outdoor and art based activities Check out the flier for dates and contact Clare for more information and booking See our Facebook page too
Free sessions for young people sponsored by Youthinc!!! Book here!!!
Half Term Session for Young People
Workshop for 10-13 year olds 31st May 3-5pm Come and spend some time having fun and learning alongside horses. Discover ways to develop… Confidence Social skills Communication Safety Respect Focus Where: Downswood, Great Cheverell, SN10 5TW contact: Clare on 01380...
Another exciting event for Spritus Equis
Yesterday, in partnership with YouthInc and Wessex College, Spritus Equis hosted a demonstration of our work with young people with complex needs. We travelled to an open day at a lovely new children facility and delivered a demonstration session of our work to staff,...
All our team are are accredited through EAGALA
Spiritus Equis is Licensed with Wiltdhire Council – LN/000016929
Our services are delivered in line with Wiltshire LSCB policies and procedures
All of our staff are Enhanced DBS checked