Children’s programmes at Alterreno create meaningful change through shared time with horses. Our camps help young riders grow in confidence, awareness and care. Family Daimon™ brings parents and children into a deeper understanding of one another, guided by the sensitivity of the horse. Every experience nurtures connection within the family and with the animal.
This is an extraordinary journey of discovery that will shape who they are becoming
Alterreno children’s programmes prioritise transformation and depth over distraction. Horses reveal what lies beneath pressure and roles, helping young people and their families build self-awareness and genuine connection.
These seasonal residential experiences include accommodation and offer full immersion into equestrian life and learning. The camps in Tuscany present a programme focused on developing skill, confidence and a genuine connection through daily work with the horses, with one session in summer and one in autumn. Our stables foster a community united by a shared process of growth and discovery, with an emphasis on true development guided by the clarity of the horse.
Key benefits of Children’s Programmes
Alterreno Children programmes are built on the simple fact that horses meet young people and families with the same honesty they offer adults. In that clarity, patterns and potentials become visible, giving families a practical basis for a more authentic way of relating.
Adolescents are capable of profound transformation, children are emerging adults capable of genuine self-encounter. Horses recognise this and respond to their authentic presence, creating conditions for clear reflection and a meaningful development.
Horses reveal family communication patterns, trust levels and cooperative capacity with honesty, giving families a clear view of how they relate: these activities can move relationships towards a steadier connection and a renovated capacity to make choices.
Our summer and autumn camps offer young participants a residential experience with horses, giving them the opportunity to develop new skills and face challenges at a sustainable pace. Life in Tuscany adds a grounding cultural dimension.
An immersive experience designed for children and families, where shared time with horses becomes a powerful tool for personal and relational growth. Through daily activities in direct contact with the animal, participants develop awareness, responsibility and confidence.