Elevate Leadership. Strengthen Teams. Master Communication.

Effective leadership and communication are the foundation of any successful team. Through engaging and practical keynotes, Stephanie Larrabee empowers leaders to enhance their communication skills, foster collaboration, and build resilient teams. Her experiential approach provides actionable insights that inspire confidence, strengthen relationships, and drive lasting success.

Transformative Leadership Training with Equine-Assisted Learning (EAL)

Strong leaders aren’t just born—they are developed through experience, self-awareness, and strategic growth. At Elevated Strides, we offer experiential leadership training that goes beyond traditional classroom learning. Through equine-assisted learning (EAL), we help individuals, teams, and organizations cultivate effective leadership skills, interpersonal communication, and problem-solving abilities in a powerful, hands-on environment.

Horses are masters of non-verbal communication, trust-building, and leadership presence. By interacting with them in a structured learning setting, leaders gain immediate feedback, refine decision-making skills, and strengthen their ability to manage teams with confidence and clarity.

Why Choose Equine-Assisted Leadership Training?

Unlike conventional leadership development programs, our experiential approach fosters real-world problem-solving, emotional intelligence, and self-awareness—all crucial for effective leadership.


Hands-On Learning for Immediate Results – Instead of just reading about leadership, you experience it in action.

Developing Strong Interpersonal & Communication Skills – Understand non-verbal cues, improve active listening, and master conflict resolution.

Boosting Team Collaboration & Trust – Strengthen team dynamics, accountability, and problem-solving strategies.

Cultivating Confidence & Resilience – Step into leadership without fear of failure—horses provide immediate, judgment-free feedback.

Real-World Leadership Applications – Apply what you learn to business development, executive management, corporate team building, and beyond.

 

Leadership & Team Development Programs

For business owners, corporate leaders, and executives looking to develop strong leadership presence, decision-making abilities, and employee engagement strategies.


Key Focus Areas:

  • Strategic leadership training for executives and managers
  • Employee engagement & reducing turnover
  • Enhancing business development & corporate leadership skills
  • Conflict resolution and effective team management


Best For: C-suite executives, managers, entrepreneurs, and corporate teams.

For organizations looking to improve team collaboration, problem-solving, and goal setting through hands-on experiences.


Key Focus Areas:

  • Interpersonal communication & trust-building exercises
  • Improving problem-solving skills and decision-making
  • Developing teamwork strategies to enhance productivity
  • Experiential learning for corporate teams & employee engagement


Best For: Small businesses, corporate teams, and organizations seeking unique and effective team-building solutions.

For entrepreneurs and small business owners who want to strengthen their leadership skills, align their business plan goals, and grow their organizations.


Key Focus Areas:

  • Strategic business planning and goal setting
  • Effective leadership for small business owners
  • Conflict resolution and interpersonal skills
  • Creating a resilient mindset for business success


Best For: Entrepreneurs, start-up founders, small business owners, and managers.

For corporate teams and leaders needing effective conflict resolution and communication skills.


Key Focus Areas:

  • Conflict resolution & de-escalation techniques
  • Interpersonal communication strategies
  • Managing workplace stress & fostering resilience
  • Employee retention & positive workplace culture


Best For: Corporate teams, HR professionals, managers, and leadership teams.

How Equine-Assisted Learning Builds Stronger Leaders


Our EAL Building Blocks form the foundation of our leadership and team-building training programs. These principles develop leaders who can communicate effectively, inspire confidence, and lead with authenticity.


🔥 Self-Awareness & Emotional Intelligence – Learn how your energy and presence affect those around you.

🔥 Boundary-Setting & Trust-Building – Understand the importance of setting clear boundaries in leadership.

🔥 Decision-Making & Problem-Solving – Develop quick thinking, adaptability, and effective decision-making skills.

🔥 Collaboration & Relationship Management – Strengthen interpersonal communication and teamwork strategies.

🔥 Confidence & Leadership Presence – Cultivate self-trust, executive presence, and effective leadership behaviors.