Programs
We are Stronger Together than We are Alone.
Walter Payton
Teen drug abuse, teen gang culture, alcoholism, pregnancy, violence and crime are not conditions only reside in the inner cities. Studies show that in today’s world of single parents and dysfunctional family units these social issues show “no boundaries” and are putting nearly ALL TEENAGERS at RISK!
The phrase “At-Risk Youth” refers to an adolescent who struggles with moderate to severe emotional and behavioral disturbances, which can ultimately lead them into areas which threaten their future.
HOW OUR PROGRAMS WORK
Our programs primarily focus on self-acknowledging, mastering and harnessing the participant’s potential and then applying that potential to achieve their goals in self and future.
The focus is not on riding or horsemanship although they will learn those skills. No horse experience is necessary. During the interaction with horses, the participant will build a relationship that nurtures a sense of working with themselves in the horse. The participant will improve their day-to-day decision making, increase their personal insight, and learn to manage life’s dilemmas and transitions. They learn to create healthy behavioral boundaries and expand their capacity for good and positive relationships.
What you Learn:
You will learn from your equine mentor, your authentic self, the power in body language, the mental and emotional skills that dissolve fears and obstacles in your life.
Each activity and exercise is custom designed to maximize the progressive learning potential of self-development and focuses on developing individual skills as they work through each interactive group challenge
The participants will work to develop emotional control, accept responsibility and accountability while overcoming barriers that inhibit change that fosters creativity and innovation. Through the lessons learned in the program they will find opportunity in working together to realize the benefits of effective communication. They will also recognize the benefit of mutual trust, respect bonding, energy transferring, and personal Integrity.
Teens Voice USA’s strategy is to achieve its mission through a 10-course program. Some of the course curriculum is delivered in talk sessions in individual and group settings. Between each program in the course, there is a recap session where participants can discuss what they learned in a non-repercussion environment.
Equine Assisted Self-Development
Equine Assisted learning is proving to be a potent treatment modality suited for at-risk or disadvantaged youth. Studies have shown that spending time with horses can reduce levels of stress, hyper-arousal and more.
Horseback Riding Lessons
We offer top-quality programs that cater to both children and adults who would like to learn riding fundamentals and horsemanship skills in a safe, individualized environment.
After School
Our non-traditional approach is designed to promote excellence by combining structure, high academic standards, and individualized attention in a natural, relaxed environment.
Community Service
Our program is provided for individuals who are completing community service for school, work, court, or a club. Community Service individuals assist employees with the daily duties at the Ranch, such as cleaning horse stalls (spreading wood shavings), maintaining and cleaning buckets, horse tack, blankets, unloading and stacking hay and feed, repairing fences, keeping grounds clean and other duties as assigned. Our programs are available 5 days a week for individuals 8 years and older.
COLLABORATION
We encourage our participants to put the success of their group first and to value each other’s contributions and feedback. We embrace diverse perspectives to develop an inclusive environment where everyone can achieve their full potential.