WE DO:
Fun - Friendship - Inclusivity - Empathy - Cute animals - Laughs
Vulnerability - Acceptance - Horse time - Silliness - Real Conversations - FUN!
WE LEARN:
Life skills - How to build positive relationships with animals and people
How to empower learners and inspire behaviour change - Tools to cope with stress and anxiety
Fun - Friendship - Inclusivity - Empathy - Cute animals - Laughs
Vulnerability - Acceptance - Horse time - Silliness - Real Conversations - FUN!
WE LEARN:
Life skills - How to build positive relationships with animals and people
How to empower learners and inspire behaviour change - Tools to cope with stress and anxiety
A few highlights:
Next Gen Trainers - Membership Programme 2021-2022
Please note, this is not a riding lesson programme. There may be an opportunity for some riding but this is not the focus or the priority.
WHO ARE WE?
Next Gen is for 8-18 year old animal lovers. Next Gen trainers are dedicated and passionate and like to have fun. They want to become better animal trainers, growing their skills to communicate clearly and with compassion and respect. They are keen to learn how to inspire behaviour change in their horses and other pets (this may also include siblings and parents...). Next Gen trainers love spending time with animals, and want the animals to enjoy their interactions as much as they do.
WHAT IS IT ALL ABOUT?
This is a unique opportunity for you to spend regular quality time with the Positively Together team (human and four-legged), and to grow your human "herd", connecting with like-minded friends. The emphasis of NextGen is on kindness, empathy and respect for our animals and for each other. This is a safe and nurturing environment to learn and grow and challenge ourselves.
Horse-based activities focus on learning how to set the horses up for success so they are happy and cooperative, without the use of traditional training tools such as escalating pressure and punishment. We are also hands-on with training dogs, sheep, chickens and other animals - seeing with our own eyes how we can empower others and inspire behaviour change in positive ways no matter the species. Meanwhile, trainers learn important keys to building positive relationships, communication and trust with others, both human and non-human.
Throughout all sessions we keep a strong focus on those important life skills that run in close parallel to our positive horsemanship - consent, compassion, trust, respect and kindness to self and others, developing resilience and self-confidence, and open honest communication.
The focus of the Next Gen curriculum is on self-development and building resilience. We know that teenage life is hard work! Dealing with anxiety, depression and mental health challenges is something we all face - whether it impacts ourselves, our family or our friends. We want to empower Next Gen Trainers to be kind and compassionate, with themselves and with others around them, and to equip them with tools to live their best life.
WHO ARE WE?
Next Gen is for 8-18 year old animal lovers. Next Gen trainers are dedicated and passionate and like to have fun. They want to become better animal trainers, growing their skills to communicate clearly and with compassion and respect. They are keen to learn how to inspire behaviour change in their horses and other pets (this may also include siblings and parents...). Next Gen trainers love spending time with animals, and want the animals to enjoy their interactions as much as they do.
WHAT IS IT ALL ABOUT?
This is a unique opportunity for you to spend regular quality time with the Positively Together team (human and four-legged), and to grow your human "herd", connecting with like-minded friends. The emphasis of NextGen is on kindness, empathy and respect for our animals and for each other. This is a safe and nurturing environment to learn and grow and challenge ourselves.
Horse-based activities focus on learning how to set the horses up for success so they are happy and cooperative, without the use of traditional training tools such as escalating pressure and punishment. We are also hands-on with training dogs, sheep, chickens and other animals - seeing with our own eyes how we can empower others and inspire behaviour change in positive ways no matter the species. Meanwhile, trainers learn important keys to building positive relationships, communication and trust with others, both human and non-human.
Throughout all sessions we keep a strong focus on those important life skills that run in close parallel to our positive horsemanship - consent, compassion, trust, respect and kindness to self and others, developing resilience and self-confidence, and open honest communication.
The focus of the Next Gen curriculum is on self-development and building resilience. We know that teenage life is hard work! Dealing with anxiety, depression and mental health challenges is something we all face - whether it impacts ourselves, our family or our friends. We want to empower Next Gen Trainers to be kind and compassionate, with themselves and with others around them, and to equip them with tools to live their best life.
Dates for 2021-2022 season:
September 18: Workshop @ Bex's
October 29-31: Equifest
November 20: Workshop
December 4: End of year celebration
January 14-16: Summer camp
February 19: Workshop
March 19: Workshop
April 30: Workshop
May 21: Workshop
June 18: Workshop
October 29-31: Equifest
November 20: Workshop
December 4: End of year celebration
January 14-16: Summer camp
February 19: Workshop
March 19: Workshop
April 30: Workshop
May 21: Workshop
June 18: Workshop
Registrations now open!
SAVE over $100 by purchasing a season membership - only available until 31 August
$520 for membership, includes 8 workshops plus 3-day summer camp
Book your annual membership by submitting payment (don't forget the reference!)
Positively Together - 38-9019-0541043-00
$520 for membership, includes 8 workshops plus 3-day summer camp
Book your annual membership by submitting payment (don't forget the reference!)
Positively Together - 38-9019-0541043-00
“In a gentle way, you can shake the world”
-Mahatma Gandhi
Bold - Brave - Connected - Compassionate
-Mahatma Gandhi
Bold - Brave - Connected - Compassionate
Parents say:
"She comes home a better person... she says she loves it because there's no digital devices, just lots of fun with good friends outdoors, learning and playing with horses"
"She gets so much out of these days. She is so enjoying what you are teaching and what she is learning during her time with you.
She really comes away feeling on top of the world having achieved results with the ponies. It’s opening her eyes!"
"She comes home a better person... she says she loves it because there's no digital devices, just lots of fun with good friends outdoors, learning and playing with horses"
"She gets so much out of these days. She is so enjoying what you are teaching and what she is learning during her time with you.
She really comes away feeling on top of the world having achieved results with the ponies. It’s opening her eyes!"
FAQ
Do you have to have your own horse?
No, Next Gen is inclusive of all, whether you have a horse or not. The skills you learn are relevant to other pets as well as in life in general.
What is included?
Monthly events, including a mix of
- full-day sessions working with the Positively Together herd and other animals at Bex's place
- afternoon/evening sessions for goal setting, careers coaching, managing stress, theory/discussions around horse and animal care and training, etc;
- social get-together at end of year
- TWO camps (one summer camp in January and one Equifest Experience or equivalent usually occurring in October/November)
Consistent attendance is strongly encouraged so that friendships and knowledge/skills can be built upon.
What is the schedule for 2021-2022?
We are now holding events on the third Saturday of EACH month! More learning, more laughs, more NextGen.
We are taking a break for the winter and will be back in September. Fill out the registration form below to be added to our list and receive communications about discounted annual membership and future events.
Where will activities take place?
Most of the events will be at Positively Together home base, in Wright Road, Aongatete. Alternative venues will be publicised ahead of time and we can discuss re transport.
Can I bring my own horse or dog or other animal?
We work with the Positively Together team of animals, so please don't bring your own. This is for the safety, enjoyment and welfare of animals and humans. There may be occasional opportunities for Next Genners to bring an animal along, however this will be invite-only for specific purposes.
What is the cost?
Each event is $60. There are family discounts available (save $10 on each when booking siblings).
RSVP and payment for each event is required in the first week of the month (or earlier).
Refunds will be given if the event is cancelled due to facilitator illness, or Covid alert levels. We proceed in all weather, however if necessary we will postpone the event rather than cancel so any fees paid transfer to the new date. All efforts will be made to alert families as early as possible to any changes.
I have more questions, how can I ask these?
Just email info@clickertraining.co.nz or message Bex or Brooke via Facebook, or call 021440078 if you have questions, we're happy to discuss further.
No, Next Gen is inclusive of all, whether you have a horse or not. The skills you learn are relevant to other pets as well as in life in general.
What is included?
Monthly events, including a mix of
- full-day sessions working with the Positively Together herd and other animals at Bex's place
- afternoon/evening sessions for goal setting, careers coaching, managing stress, theory/discussions around horse and animal care and training, etc;
- social get-together at end of year
- TWO camps (one summer camp in January and one Equifest Experience or equivalent usually occurring in October/November)
Consistent attendance is strongly encouraged so that friendships and knowledge/skills can be built upon.
What is the schedule for 2021-2022?
We are now holding events on the third Saturday of EACH month! More learning, more laughs, more NextGen.
We are taking a break for the winter and will be back in September. Fill out the registration form below to be added to our list and receive communications about discounted annual membership and future events.
Where will activities take place?
Most of the events will be at Positively Together home base, in Wright Road, Aongatete. Alternative venues will be publicised ahead of time and we can discuss re transport.
Can I bring my own horse or dog or other animal?
We work with the Positively Together team of animals, so please don't bring your own. This is for the safety, enjoyment and welfare of animals and humans. There may be occasional opportunities for Next Genners to bring an animal along, however this will be invite-only for specific purposes.
What is the cost?
Each event is $60. There are family discounts available (save $10 on each when booking siblings).
RSVP and payment for each event is required in the first week of the month (or earlier).
Refunds will be given if the event is cancelled due to facilitator illness, or Covid alert levels. We proceed in all weather, however if necessary we will postpone the event rather than cancel so any fees paid transfer to the new date. All efforts will be made to alert families as early as possible to any changes.
I have more questions, how can I ask these?
Just email info@clickertraining.co.nz or message Bex or Brooke via Facebook, or call 021440078 if you have questions, we're happy to discuss further.