FAQs

• Do I have to stay on the ranch while my child has a session?

       No. Although if you choose to, you may watch your child from a distance or just relax and soak in the peaceful scenery from our picnic area. Whatever you do, we want your time on the ranch to be serene and rejuvenating.

• Are siblings or friends allowed on the property during my child’s session?

       Yes. However they are to remain away from the session area and in your line of sight at all times. 

• May my child’s therapist, mentor, or other responsible adult bring him/her?

       Yes. Parents may sign a release form allowing another adult to transport their child.

• What other activities does the program offer besides mentorship?

       Besides our summer mentorship program, we offer Faith-Based Equine Assisted Philosophy (FBEAP) Bible studies during the spring, summer, and fall for predominantly jr. high and high school-aged youth. These seven-week sessions are led by a Certified FBEAP facilitator where we partner with horses and the Holy Spirit to gently unveil and replace unhealthy thought patterns with a Jesus-centered perspective, setting people free to live the life to which God has called them.

• What is your protocol for keeping children safe, particularly around the horses? 

       All of our horses are well trained and fully inspected by our equine manager before each session. Any horse having an “off” day is not used for sessions. Each child is taught basic horse etiquette, is required to wear a ranch-issued helmet, only interacts with one horse, and is with his/her mentor at all times. 

• Who should I contact to learn more?                                                                                                                            Please contact Becky Curtis,  Antora Director, at Antorayouthranch@gmail.com or see our website at antorayouthranch.org