Dreamwinds Equine Assisted Learning Centre offers unique corporate team-building experiences using horses to foster leadership and collaboration.
In the heart of Tryon, North Carolina, Dreamwinds Equine Assisted Learning Centre is redefining what team-building and leadership training can look like. As autumn approaches, businesses are looking for innovative ways to strengthen their teams, improve communication, and refresh strategies for the year ahead. What better way to do so than by tapping into the powerful, immediate feedback of horses?
Tracey Evans, founder of Dreamwinds, understands better than anyone the transformative power of horses. After leaving her corporate role as Vice President of Marketing at American Express in 2012, Tracey pursued her passion for leadership development through horses. “I had an epiphany when working with my own horse,” she recalls. “I realized the type of leadership horses demand was the kind of leader I aspired to be and wanted to work for. Horses only respond to clarity, confidence, and authenticity and that’s exactly what we need in our teams.”
What started as a journey to improve leadership practices through experiential learning quickly grew into a sought-after business. Over the past decade, Dreamwinds has made a lasting impact on corporate clients across North America, including names like CIBC, Google, Cisco, and Coca-Cola. The programs offered at Dreamwinds focus on harnessing the natural feedback loop provided by horses to help individuals and teams work better together. In these sessions, participants learn about leadership, communication, emotional intelligence, and collaboration all through ground-based, hands-on exercises with horses.
The business’s growth trajectory has been nothing short of remarkable. After founding Dreamwinds in Canada, Tracey expanded the business across North America, becoming a leading facilitator in the field of Equine-Assisted Learning (EAL). With a reputation for excellence, Dreamwinds has certified hundreds of facilitators, helping horse lovers turn their passion for animals into full-fledged careers. The company was recognized for its success with multiple business awards from 2014 to 2020, including Entrepreneur of the Year and Best New Business. In 2022, Tracey and her husband relocated to North Carolina, continuing their mission to make Dreamwinds a global leader in EAL certification training and leadership workshops.
Dreamwinds is now building momentum for its corporate team-building events this fall. With customizable programs that range from two-hour sessions to multi-day retreats, Dreamwinds is offering businesses the opportunity to strengthen their teams just in time for the year’s final push. The signature “Dine & Equine” program, an ideal option for holiday team events combines a delicious three-course meal with a transformative equine experience.
“Horses respond to clear communication and authentic leadership,” says Tracey Evans. “In the arena, they give instant, honest feedback, which helps teams refine how they plan, execute, and support one another. You leave with practical behaviors you can apply in your next meeting, project, or year.”
This fall, Dreamwinds invites teams to reconnect, refocus, and build stronger bonds through its transformative horse-guided sessions. There are no riding components involved in the programs, only ground-based activities where individuals are challenged to improve their communication, trust, and leadership skills in real-time. The result is an experience that is both profound and practical.
In a marketplace flooded with traditional team-building options, Dreamwinds stands out for several reasons. First, the use of horses in team-building exercises provides constant, honest feedback, something that no classroom setting can replicate. Second, Tracey’s unique background as a former corporate executive gives her a rare insight into what works in the real world. While many team-building programs are run by young facilitators with limited business experience, Dreamwinds’ facilitators bring years of leadership, coaching, and entrepreneurship expertise to every session.
Another major differentiator is the research-backed, objective-based exercises incorporated into Dreamwinds’ EAL Certification Program. As the only certified program licensed by Cartier Farms, the founders and originators of the Building Block Program, Dreamwinds offers a proven, structured curriculum, ensuring facilitators have the tools they need to lead their own successful EAL programs. Ongoing support and coaching ensure that Dreamwinds’ facilitators are equipped to build meaningful businesses that align with their passion for horses.
If your business or organization is looking to elevate its leadership and communication skills this fall, Dreamwinds offers an unparalleled opportunity to develop stronger, more connected teams. Whether you’re looking for a short, high-impact team-building session or a multi-day retreat, Dreamwinds has the expertise and customization options to fit your needs.
“Fall is the prime time to realign as a team,” Tracey says. “It’s a perfect time to reflect, reset, and get ready for the challenges ahead.”
Explore more about Dreamwinds’ leadership programs and book your next corporate retreat at www.dreamwinds.com or follow them on social media for updates and success stories. Visit Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube to learn more about their mission to help businesses grow from the inside out.
The benefits of equine-assisted leadership programs are undeniable, don’t miss the opportunity to transform your team this fall.
