Equine Assisted Group Programs
Equine Healing Retreats
Nestled in a peaceful rural setting within easy reach of Sydney, our boutique equine facility offers exclusive, nature-based experiences that inspire wellbeing, personal growth, and authentic connection.
Designed for individuals, professionals, and organisations seeking meaningful experiences beyond the traditional, our carefully curated programs combine the wisdom of horses with evidence-informed coaching, counselling principles, and experiential learning.
Every experience is intentionally limited to ensure personalised attention, meaningful reflection, and the highest standards of care for both people and horses.
Whether you are seeking a restorative retreat, a unique leadership experience, or an opportunity to reconnect with yourself in nature, our boutique equine centre offers a sanctuary where learning, healing, and transformation unfold naturally.
Luxury. Presence. Connection. Transformation.
Carolyn McMurtrie
Our daughter has problems in adapting to new experiences and situations, and that is evidenced by quite high anxiety and high stress. We are so appreciative of Anne-Katrin’s patience and kindness as she has led her through the sessions with her beautiful horse Sterntaler. Initially she was extremely reluctant to interact in any way, but with Anne-Katrin’s quiet and supportive guidance, much has been achieved. After 8 sessions at Shine Bright Equine Assisted Therapy we have observed a much steadier state of mind developing in our daughter; situations that have caused stress and anxiety previously are now being approached in a much calmer and more reasonable way. This is very noticeable, and so important as her life goes on. There will be difficult situations, and we feel that this equine supported therapy is giving her a wonderful foundation for her future experiences.
Quite apart from that, the hour spent in such a beautiful environment…the trees, the bush, the animals…is just so beneficial. Many sincere thanks to Anne- Katrin and Sterntaler! Carolyn McMurtrie
We offer:
- Signature Equine Healing Experiences –Private and small-group immersive retreats promoting emotional wellbeing, clarity, and personal renewal
Half-Day Equine Healing Journey
A Sacred Space to Reconnect with Your Inner WisdomEquine-Assisted Wellbeing Programs – Supporting resilience, confidence, mindfulness, and self-awareness
- Women’s Wellness Retreats – Restorative experiences focused on confidence, balance, purpose, and connection.
Shine Bright Equine Assisted Therapy caters for children, teens, adolescents and adults with various needs.
Shine Bright Equine Assisted Therapy is about social and community life skills and developing abilities.
Individually Tailored Equine Assisted Riding Therapy sessions for people all ages and needs
My daughters, 7 and 5 years old, started riding lessons this year and we could not be happier at Shine Bright Equine Human Services.
Anne-Katrin is wonderful with both girls, so kind and caring and patient! They both love the horses they ride, who are ever so gentle, and it’s wonderful watching their confidence grow.
My youngest daughter has Down Syndrome, and attends Shine Bright Equine Human Services for Equine assisted Therapy. Although she loves horses she is not safe around them at all. Anne-Katrin and Sterntaler have been the perfect duo to guide her manners around horses and help build her strength, coordination and confidence, as well as her emotional regulation. All of which will be important for her independence in the future.
Coming to Shine Bright Equine Human Services is the highlight of my girl’s week! Monica Whittingham