Meet Our Team

At Hunter Equine Connection, we provide a safe & positive environment for you to leave your problems behind & be in the moment with our beautiful horses.

We're On A Mission To Help You Feel Connected.

Live your life with purpose, inspiration
& happiness.

Finding success by connecting
people & horses.

Meet Jean Boyd

Founder and Horse Guided Wellbeing Facilitator

Hi, I'm Jean, founder of Hunter Equine Connection in Lovedale, in the beautiful Hunter Valley. I bring together a lifelong love of horse and more than 30 years of working closely with people to create meaningful experiences centred on connection, learning and wellbeing.

My connection with horses began in childhood. At ten, my first horse Joe, became my best friend, teaching me lessons in patience, perseverance and trust that have stayed with me ever since.

Before founding Hunter Equine Connection, I built a career in hairdressing, salon ownership and international educator. Beyond the creativity, what I valued most was connecting with people - listening to their stories, encouraging their confidence and supporting growth.

In 2018, my horse Rosie inspired a new direction. Learning to understand her needs encouraged me to slow down, notice my own responses and communicate more clearly. That experience led me to complete my equine assisted facilitator training with Equine Connection in October 2020.

Today, I welcome individuals, families and teams for ground based horse guided experiences, including mindfulness, personal development and team connection. No riding or horse experience needed.

My approach is warm, practical and with out judgement. There is space to pause, be curious and take things at your own pace. The horses wellbeing is central to every session, with respect for their needs, choices and individual personalities.

My aim is to offer a place where you can step away from everyday pressures, reconnect with yourself and explore what matters to you - with a little help from our herd.

Diva

Diva has had a great life competing in endurance, team penning and adventures, Diva now enjoys a slower pace helping people pause and connect. Sensitive and gentle, she has shared some particularly meaningful moments with people experiencing PTSD and anxiety. Whether through quiet grooming or a walk together, Diva offers the chance to build trust, find connection and simply be yourself.

Dude

Our smallest, youngest and cheekiest herd member, Dude has a big personality teach us. In guided activities, he helps adults and younger visitors explore personal space, clear communication and respectful boundaries. He also brings valuable lessons to team building experiences, encouraging people to work together, be consistent and recognise trust goes both ways.

Rosie

Rosie is our beautiful Gypsy Cob, herd leader and Jean's much loved heart horse. Before joining our family, she spent time as a clerk of the course horse and helping settle thoroughbreds at the track.

With her strong presence and boundaries, Rosie brings valuable opportunities to explore confidence, communication and leadership. In individual sessions and team experiences, she encourages us to pay attention, be clear in our intentions and build trust through our actions. She reminds us that leadership can be calm, consistent and respectful.

Honey

Honey is our gentle Quarter Horse with a soft heart and a much loved place in our herd.. With one eye, she navigates the world in her own way, inviting us to consider different perspectives and respect each other's needs. Time with Honey offers opportunities to slow down, practice patience and build trust at a comfortable pace. she also loves a splash in the dam, reminding us there's always room for a little joy.

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