Think Like a Pony
Empowering Children Through Horsemanship

Think Like a Pony
Empowering Children Through Horsemanship
Think Like a Pony is a powerful, internationally recognized program that equips children and families with the skills to train, ride, and connect with ponies. Additionally, the not-for-profit arm of the organisation, Think Like a Pony CIC, provides life-changing therapeutic benefits for children struggling with mental health and emotional challenges.
This is a transformative initiative that goes beyond traditional horsemanship to foster deep, meaningful connections between children, families, and horses. Since 2009, we have been dedicated to empowering young people through an approach that honors the well-being of both animals and humans. At the heart of our work is the belief that the bond between a child and a pony can be life-changing.
As children learn to communicate with ponies, they develop vital life skills such as patience, confidence, and emotional regulation—tools that help them navigate life's challenges. Our approach creates a space for mutual healing, where children and ponies grow together in an environment of respect and compassion. We are committed to making our programs accessible to as many families as possible, with strong referral pathways and grant funding supporting our work. From our centre in Leeds, we are building a network that extends across the UK and beyond, offering online learning and instructor training that empowers others to share our ethos of ethical, empathetic horsemanship.
Think Like a Pony is more than an educational program; it’s a movement to nurture a new generation of compassionate, empowered individuals. Through every pony, every child, and every relationship, we’re inspiring positive change—one connection at a time.
Our Key Services Include:
"We felt disconnected at our local riding school, where routine overshadowed building bonds with the ponies. Think Like a Pony changed that, giving my children a strong foundation in riding, boosting their confidence, and helping them form a real connection with the ponies that extends to all areas of their lives."
"Think Like a Pony has transformed our family and our pony. With the Club's online resources, we've achieved goals we never thought possible. My children have flourished, and our pony is now more responsive, relaxed, and confident. We feel deeply connected to a supportive community that has truly improved our horsemanship."
"Think Like a Pony has helped my child excel in riding and horsemanship while also building life skills like patience, empathy, and responsibility. The process of building trust with the ponies has boosted their confidence, problem-solving, and communication, positively impacting school, friendships, and everyday life."