Pura Vida Ranch
Live Your Best Life with Horse Facilitated Development
Testimonies
Testimonies
As a parent, watching M grow through her time at Pura Vida Ranch has been truly incredible. M is 15 and sometimes struggles with focus and hearing, and while she can get excited easily, her experiences working closely with the horses have helped her develop remarkable self-discipline, patience, and confidence. The horses have taught her to slow down, stay present, and communicate calmly-skills that have carried over into her everyday life. She approaches each horse with empathy, respect, and care, even on their most difficult days and through that relationship has learned to trust herself and not be afraid to be who she is. Lynn and Sam are exceptional teachers who create a supportive environment where M feels safe to learn at ther own pace and truly shine. Pura Vida Ranch and it’s horses have been a profoundly positive and lasting influence in her life.” Mother of M
Our family will forever be grateful for the beautiful experience our daughter has had at Pura Vida Ranch. Over the past two years, this special place and the incredible people who run it, have touched her heart in ways we could have never imagined. The rescue horses at Pura Vida Ranch have the most gentle, soulful spirits, and the bond our daughter has formed with them has been deeply meaningful, healing, and transformative. These horses are not just animals; they are teachers, companions, and quiet healers, and they have helped her grow in confidence, empathy, and inner calm.
Lynn and Juan are truly the heart and soul of Pura Vida Ranch. Their kindness, thoughtfulness, sincerity, and compassion shine through everything they do. They have created a space that feels safe, welcoming, and full of love not only for the horses they so selflessly care for, but for every person who walks through their barn doors. Lynn and Juan didn’t just open their barn and share the companionship of their horses; they opened their hearts. Over time, they have become trusted mentors and cherished friends, and their genuine care for our daughter and others seeking connection has meant more to us than words can express. Pura Vida Ranch is a rare and beautiful place. Thank you Lynn and Juan for creating a spot for hearts to grow and friendships to flourish.
What Is It That We Do?
Our horses help people discover their best lives!
Interactions between a horse and a person bring about a life-changing experience in the individual!
Are you willing to discover and receive the tools for transformational change in your life? Are you willing to learn how to be present in the moment? To be vulnerable and real with yourself and the horses you work with? Horse Facilitated Development is a powerful and proven program that transforms the lives of those willing to step outside their comfort zone and be truthful, real, and honest about where they are in life and their personal growth. Because a horse’s life depends on living in the present, they are always aware of their surroundings, so intuitively, they know where you are emotionally when you step into their presence. They are non-judgmental beings accepting you right where you are. Growth takes place as they mirror what is happening inside you, empowering you to reflect on what that means to you and what change needs to happen.
Our Services
Individuals
One of the most powerful sessions an individual can have is with a horse. Horses are experts in showing you what you are trying to hide. By mirroring what is going on within, they can illuminate issues you were not even aware of, helping you pinpoint areas in your life that need to be attended to.
Families
Bring your family out to enjoy our picturesque horse ranch and connect with our beautiful herd of horses in a safe environment. This unmounted experience can be as simple as a “Come on in and meet the herd!” or as healing as working with the horses to heal family traumas and relationships.
Groups
If you are looking for a unique and fun way to increase confidence and trust among your group members, look no further. Half-day retreats are available. With a meeting room in the barn, trails to walk, and room to play, it’s an ideal place for your next get-together!
Horses change lives.
They give our young people confidence and self-esteem.
They provide peace and tranquility to troubled souls.
They give us hope.
Toni Robinson