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Racing Hearts McIntyre Centre offers a growing range of equine programs in Brisbane, supporting riders, participants, families, volunteers, schools, community groups and horse lovers of all abilities. From traditional riding lessons and equine-assisted therapy to clinics, retreats, wellbeing programs, corporate group and team-building experiences, volunteer pathways and non-ridden horse experiences, every program is built around care, confidence, inclusion and the powerful connection between horses, humans and nature.

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Horse clinic and groundwork training at Racing Hearts McIntyre Centre

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Our Unique Programs

At Racing Hearts, every program has a purpose. Some help people build riding skills. Some support emotional wellbeing, confidence, communication or physical development. Some give retired racehorses meaningful new roles. Some simply create space for people to connect with horses, nature and community in a safe and supportive environment.

As a charitable equine centre, our work also helps support the care, rehabilitation and retraining of our off-the-track Thoroughbreds — many of whom become lesson horses, therapy partners or valued members of our equine-assisted programs.

Retired racehorse rehabilitation and equine-assisted therapy at Racing Hearts

Equine-assisted therapy session with horse and participant in Brisbane

Riding Lessons

Racing Hearts offers supportive riding lessons for children, teens and adults of all abilities. We offer regular lessons as well as riding for the disabled. Our coaches help riders build confidence, balance, coordination, horse care skills and connection with the horse in a safe, encouraging environment.

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Children ready for a tiny tots horseback riding lesson

Clinics

Our clinics provide practical learning opportunities for riders, handlers, volunteers and horse lovers. From riding skills, groundwork, horsemanship, horse care, confidence-building to specialist clinics in a supportive environment.

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Volunteer

Our volunteer program gives community members the opportunity to support horses, riders, events & daily centre life. Volunteers may assist with horse care, grooming, property tasks, events, fundraising, administration or community programs.

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Horse retreat experience with riders and horses in a natural setting

Equine Assisted Therapy

Equine Assisted Therapy offers traditional therapy in a non-traditional setting, incorporating horses as part of the therapeutic process. Sessions are facilitated by qualified professionals and may support emotional regulation, confidence, communication, physical development and personal goals.

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Horse-centred breathwork and wellbeing experience at Racing Hearts

Wellness & Breathwork

Create space to slow down, reconnect & restore balance through horses, nature and guided wellbeing experiences. We offer equine-assisted wellbeing, Reiki, breathwork, sound healing, sound baths, forest therapy and nature-based retreats designed to support calm, reflection, connection & personal growth.

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Racing Hearts coaches, volunteers and horse professionals in Brisbane

Retreats

Racing Hearts retreats create space to slow down, reconnect and experience the benefits of horses, nature and guided wellbeing activities. Retreats are onsite and offsite – upcoming locations include Bali and New Zealand. Retreats may include riding, groundwork, breathwork, reflection, mindfulness and restorative horse-centred experiences.

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Events, Clinics & Community Opportunities

Racing Hearts McIntyre Centre is also home to a growing calendar of events, including community markets, clinics, open days, fundraising events, retreats, horse shows, volunteer induction days and special programs. These events create more ways for the Brisbane community to visit the centre, meet our horses, support our charity and become part of the Racing Hearts community. There's always something going on!

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