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BEAT is owned and run by Claire Cole, Senior Practitioner of the LEAP method of Equine Assisted Learning and a Clean Language Facilitator. Claire is also part of the LEAP training team, helping to train new up and coming Facilitators in the UK. LEAP is an Organisational Member of the Professional Body for Accredited Counsellors, Coaches Psychotherapists and Hypnotherapists. "I've been obsessed by horses from a very young age and have managed to keep them as part of my life most of the time, I even managed to find a city farm in London and ride under the MI5 building! During my 20s I was given a ticket to watch the world renowned horse whisperer, Monty Roberts. I was immediately captured by the way that he was able to communicate non-verbally with the horse and this led me to then study a foundation in Intelligent Horsemanship which was held by his UK counterpart, Kelly Marks. I had an experience on that course with my horse that was extremely profound and emotional. It's an experience that will never leave me. Many years later after moving back to Guernsey from the UK and starting a family, I decided I wanted to get horses back into my life. Doing so was extremely grounding and rewarding, I wanted to work out how I could work with horses and people to help others foster a sense of connection and regulation. I started my research and attended a weekend taster session with LEAP, I immediately knew that it was what I wanted to do, it was again profound and deeply moving. Since qualifying in 2019 I have worked with a huge number of clients and it is always a privilege to be a part of their journey into self discovery. Horses are the wisest most compassionate sentient beings, when people learn to trust, connect and listen it really is hugely transformative. " ​ ​ ​ ​
ARCHIE
Archie is where it all began. I purchased Archie in 2019 whilst I was doing my training. I'd been loaning him before that and building a relationship with him. He's been with me throughout the whole journey. He's the leader of the herd and leads with a firm but fair tone. He will give the other members of the herd what they need / when they need it and he is very good at babysitting the youngster of the herd. With clients he also gives what the client needs, he will see deep into you straight away. He will not respond to being told and he'll let you know if you're not being present or authentic. A truly wise soul.
BEANIE
Beanie is our only mare and she is just as adorable in personality as she is in looks. A solid character, always the same. She knows how to ask for what she wants and she knows how to set boundaries and so she is a very good example to clients that need to do more of the same. She will always welcome a scratch and a cuddle and if you want to learn to lead by intention and alignment - she's the horse to teach you. A truly wonderful member of the team that never fails to put a smile on your face.
CHERRY
2003 to 2023
Cherry was an amazing part of our herd. She was like a mother figure, gentle yet oh so powerful. She taught so much to so many clients during her time with us. I only owned her for two years but in that time the bond we shared was deep. I still talk to her and feel her presence and call upon her wisdom when needed. I don't think that will ever stop. She loved her Archie and Beanie and when baby Chip arrived she took him under her wing and nurtured him but also kept him in line. Forever missed and forever thankful for you sweet Cherry.
CHIP
Chip was born in 2022 and is an American Quarter Horse. He loves a nap like all babies and he's just the most amusing character. Still testing the world and working things out, he's full of curiosity and fun. He's very bold in character and not much phases him. He loves playing with Archie and follows him around like his shadow. He doesn't do much 'client' work as yet as he's just too young but he's always the first to the gate to say hello and when he's mature I do believe he'll make a fabulous therapy horse.
REBEL
Rebel is the latest addition to the herd. He joined us in late 2023 and he's fitted straight in from day one. He's a sweet, sweet soul. He will get agitated when clients are not regulated, which is a good reminder to pause, take a breath, maybe talk about what's going on, realign and try again. We are truly blessed to have him, he brings a calm energy to the herd but also loves to have a good zoom about and enjoys playing the boys favourite game of bitey face.