Equine Assisted Training: Your Journey, Your Way

Rise above with us through Equine Assisted Learning, where we focus on personal development and youth empowerment, while also offering essential First Aid Training.

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Youth Empowerment

Embark on a journey of independence and self-advocacy through Equine Assisted Learning, guided by the majesty of the horse, while fostering personal development and youth empowerment alongside essential First Aid Training.

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Youth Empowerment

Our customized plans for youth empowerment utilize Equine Assisted Learning and provide First Aid Training, all while ensuring personal development through accountability and unwavering support from our dedicated team.

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Authentic You

Youth Empowerment

Authentic You

Embrace your past through Equine Assisted Learning, conquer your future with essential First Aid Training, and build crucial skills in personal development, confidence, trust, and communication for youth empowerment.

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First Aid

Youth Empowerment

Authentic You

Our mobile first aid training is customized to meet the unique needs of you or your organization, incorporating elements of Equine Assisted Learning to enhance personal development and promote youth empowerment.

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Team phoenix

My Background

Hi, I’m Tamara (TJ) Nadeau, the owner and lead facilitator at Phoenix Equine Assisted Training. My journey over the past decade has been one of resilience, growth, and transformation. I’ve faced loss at a young age, navigated the challenges of an emotionally and physically abusive relationship, and learned to live with a permanent impairment that has shaped my perspective on perseverance and strength. Like many, I still find myself asking, “What do I want to be when I grow up?” But through it all, I can confidently say this journey has been nothing short of beautiful.

Along the way, I’ve been fortunate to encounter incredible support networks, inspiring leaders, and a handful of truly empowered individuals. I used to look at these people and think, “Wow, I want to be like them.” Today, I continue to work toward my own highest form of empowerment, but now, I have the privilege of sharing that journey with all of you.

As a certified Equine Assisted Learning (EAL) facilitator through Equine Connection – The Academy of Equine Assisted Learning and The EAL Network, I bring both passion and expertise to the work I do. My background also includes certifications as a Community Rehabilitation and Addictions Worker and a registered Red Cross First Aid Instructor. Committed to lifelong learning, I continually expand my understanding of mental health and personal development, holding certifications in:

- Crisis Prevention and Intervention Training

- Mental Health First Aid

- Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)

At Phoenix Equine Assisted Training, my goal is to create a supportive and empowering space for individuals to overcome obstacles, unlock their potential, and embrace their unique journey—just as I continue to embrace mine. Through our programs, I aim to foster youth empowerment and personal growth.

Let’s walk this path together, with the majesty of the horse as our guide.

Meet the Teachers

Meet Buck

Meet Rooster

Buck hails from a pasture in Diamond Valley and has found his true calling as one of our founding teachers in Equine Assisted Learning. Living with PSSM1 and Kissing Spines, Buck’s conditions made it difficult for him to continue as a mountain trail horse, and he now thrives on a carefully structured, low-sugar diet that supports his well-being.

His previous owner, wanting to give Buck a second lease on life, entrusted him to us—where he has become an invaluable guide in our program. Through his unique approach, Buck teaches people the importance of making a plan and following through, offering lessons in perseverance, patience, and trust, which are essential elements of personal development and youth empowerment.

Buck’s story is a testament to resilience and the power of finding purpose in unexpected places, showcasing the profound impact of Equine Assisted Learning in transforming lives.

Meet Rooster

Rooster is our master teacher of communication, bringing 19 years of life experience as a retired ranch rodeo horse into his work with us. When his previous owners decided to retire him from competitive performance, they knew he still needed a purpose—and that’s when Rooster joined our team to assist in our Equine Assisted Learning programs.

We welcomed him with open hearts and have been honored to learn from his wisdom ever since. Rooster’s patient demeanor and unwavering respect for clear boundaries make him an exceptional teacher, helping participants understand the power of clarity, trust, and connection in communication, which is vital for personal development and youth empowerment.

Rooster’s lessons are as timeless as they are transformative, perfectly fitting into our holistic approach that also emphasizes the importance of First Aid Training in ensuring a safe learning environment.

Meet Heaven

Meet Rooster

Meet Heaven

Heaven has lived quite a life and is the newest teacher in our herd. Rescued from a severe neglect situation, we worked closely with a dedicated team to help this senior mare regain her strength, restore her movement, and gently integrate her into the herd. As we explore Equine Assisted Learning together, Heaven has proven to be an exceptional space holder for individuals who may struggle with confidence or feel uncertain about their path. With her quiet wisdom and calming presence, she reminds us that while life can be hard and full of challenges, it’s important to push through and persevere. Her journey is a testament to resilience, showing us that healing, growth, and purpose are always within reach—no matter where we come from. Through her presence, we also emphasize the importance of First Aid Training, personal development, and youth empowerment as essential components of our learning experience.

Phoenix Equine Assisted Training

Equine Assisted Training: Your Journey, Your Way

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Youth Empowerment

Youth Empowerment

Youth Empowerment

Youth Empowerment

Youth Empowerment

Authentic You

Youth Empowerment

Authentic You

First Aid

Youth Empowerment

Authentic You

Team phoenix

My Background

Meet the Teachers

Meet Buck

Meet Rooster

Meet Rooster

Meet Rooster

Meet Rooster

Meet Rooster

Meet Heaven

Meet Rooster

Meet Heaven

Owning our story and loving ourselves through that process is the bravest thing we will ever do.

Frequently Asked Questions

Equine Assisted Training: Your Journey, Your Way

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ActionABLE

Youth Empowerment

Youth Empowerment

Youth Empowerment

Youth Empowerment

Youth Empowerment

Authentic You

Youth Empowerment

Authentic You

First Aid

Youth Empowerment

Authentic You

Team phoenix

My Background

Meet the Teachers

Meet Buck

Meet Rooster

Meet Rooster

Meet Rooster

Meet Rooster

Meet Rooster

Meet Heaven

Meet Rooster

Meet Heaven

Owning our story and loving ourselves through that process is the bravest thing we will ever do.

Frequently Asked Questions

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