Corporate Team Experiences
Strengthen communication, collaboration, trust, and leadership through meaningful interaction with ponies in a calm and supportive environment.
A Different Approach to Team Building
Most teams spend their days solving problems, managing responsibilities, and working towards shared goals. Sometimes the best way to strengthen those relationships is to step outside the normal work environment.
At Charis Pony Support, team experiences use guided interaction with ponies to create opportunities for communication, observation, leadership, trust, and collaboration.
These are not riding sessions and no previous horse experience is required. Instead, teams work together through structured activities that encourage learning, reflection, and meaningful connection in a relaxed outdoor setting.
Why Ponies?
Ponies respond honestly and consistently to the people around them.
They don't respond to job titles, qualifications, or workplace hierarchy. Instead, they respond to communication, confidence, trust, consistency, and teamwork.
This creates a unique opportunity for teams to explore how they work together, solve problems, and support one another in a completely different environment.
Often the lessons learned alongside ponies are surprisingly transferable back into everyday work and team relationships.
Activities & Experiences
Every group is different, so activities are tailored to suit the goals and dynamics of your team.
- Guided pony interaction
- Team communication exercises
- Group problem-solving activities
- Obstacle challenges
- Observation and reflection exercises
- Leadership activities
- Trust-building experiences
- Collaborative tasks
No prior experience with ponies is needed.
Small Businesses
Strengthen workplace relationships and team culture through shared outdoor discovery.
Schools & Education Teams
Provide meaningful professional development and team growth opportunities for staff.
Who These Experiences Are For
Leadership Teams
Explore communication, trust, and leadership dynamics in an honest, non-judgmental space.
Ministry & Church Teams
Create space for deeper connection, communication, and spiritual reflection.
Community Organisations
Build connection and collaboration within volunteer teams and service groups.
Not-for-Profit Organisations
Encourage stronger teamwork and a healthy, supportive team culture.
Session Information
Group Size
Typically 2–12 participants.
Duration
One-off experiences or multi-session programmes available.
Location
Held at Charis Pony Support in the Lower Kaimai, Tauranga.
Pony Experience
No horse or pony experience is required.