TESTIMONIALS

  • “Miss Lauren is such a kind hearted spirit! My daughter can't wait for her weekly sessions and comes home beaming everytime. Her relational focus and respect for the horses is unique and powerful. Can't wait to see my child's confidence and life long love of horses grow with Miss Lauren's help.”

    — MIchelle G.

  • “You know you find a little slice of amazingness for your kid to thrive in? I didn’t know that feeling until I found Lauren and Seabreeze Horse Connection. My daughter has fallen in love with horses, horsemanship, nature and so much more. Lauren is patient, kind and true whole child educator - which makes this momma sit back and watch with happy tears in her eyes.”

    — Courtney B.

  • "Seabreeze Horse Connection is such an amazing asset to have in Wilmington. Lauren is so kind and caring in her approach and you get a trusting feeling with her right away. I have taken my daughter, who is 4, and she has a newfound love for horses ever since meeting Lauren, and Lauren’s horse Mac. It’s also great to see someone so young, learning respect and how to earn trust. I went through a horrible divorce, and just being able to take myself out of the everyday mess and being able to relax and connect with her horses helped me so much, not to mention the love and support that I received from Lauren. I also really enjoyed Equine Yoga, which is extremely relaxing and beautiful to be outside and to be able to trust in horses to help guide you to peacefulness. I can’t say enough about Lauren’s compassion for what she does, she’s truly amazing."

    — Kathryn J.

  • “You have a way of lifting people. You are the good stuff! Thank you for all that you do for my girl. You are important to us. Keep shining!”

    — Jill S.

  • “Lauren and Mac have worked closely with my family for several formative and peace building years. As their mother, I have witnessed major transformations in my children. They are calmer, more confident, more trustworthy, patient and they seek to understand with open hearts. Thank you, Lauren. Egret Paradise is a magical place.”

    — Liz S.

  • “Lauren and Mac are truly a gift to our family! We feel so blessed to have found this equine paradise. Lauren continues to inspire my daughter. She has more confidence, passion and commitment with the horses than I ever imagined. We love Seabreeze Horse Connection and highly recommend!”

    — Gina L.

  • “Lauren and her herd are magical! They have my daughter’s favorite part of her week. I am so grateful for my daughter to have a kind, safe, encouraging place for her to mature within herself and to discover a beautiful kinship with the natural world. I could not recommend working with Lauren more!”

    — Jen C.

  • "Seabreeze Horse Connection is my happy place! Visiting this peaceful setting is like stepping into another world - away from the stress and hustle of life. Lauren is an exceptional instructor and a true professional. We love the herd and Seabreeze menagerie!"

    - Jessica P.

  • “Lauren is the kindest trainer we know, kind to both the equine and the student. It's who she is, kind ~ compassionate ~ highly educated ~ caring ~ selflessness ~ giving ~ focused ~ a strong leader ~ inspired ~ loves easily ~ very knowledgeable ... these are just some of the qualities we have experienced first hand with Lauren's training. We simply cannot be too kind or too nice to animals who depend on us, in doing so we receive their heartfelt gratitude ... it's the most rewarding return on investment you can receive!!! Whether you have a difficult situation or simply want to have a better connection with your horse, Lauren is the BEST!!!”

    — Kay R.

  • "I cannot say enough amazing things about Lauren and Seabreeze Horse Connection. My daughter dealt with anxiety and was very shy and quiet, thanks to Lauren she has found her place and is confident in herself! Being outdoors in a calm and nurturing environment and connecting with the horses there has been her outlet. We can’t wait to continue our journey with Seabreeze Horse Connection!"

    — Michelle K.

  • “Lauren Cryan from Seabreeze Horse Connection came out to talk to the kids about horse behavior, liberty work, and how to better our relationships with our horse. She does amazing work with rehabilitating horses who are emotionally disconnected, sharing her love and knowledge with so many kids, helping people heal through the language of horses and we always LOVE having her come visit our campers!”

    — Jazmynn B.

  • “Lauren has a rare gift. She speaks equine! Her knowledge, skills and heartfelt ability to connect people and horses is truly special. We feel very blessed to be able to spend time learning from her and her herd at Egret Paradise. It’s such a beautiful place of peace and true horse love and connection.”

    — Carla D.

  • “Our daughter loves Lauren! She enjoys learning and communicating with the horses but the atmosphere Lauren creates is what she enjoys most! It's a great place to learn all aspects of caring for, loving, and connecting with these beautiful creatures. I HIGHLY recommend her.”

    — Chelsea K.

  • “This is my daughter’s happy place. Thank you for all that you do.”

    — Courtney C.

  • “You were amazing at that clinic! Your connection to my mini was a beautiful thing to see!”

    — Kathy S.

  • “Lauren’s heart for horses is tremendous and abundantly obvious as soon as you meet her. I consider myself very fortunate to know her as a friend, mentor, supporter, and fellow caregiver to horses and their emotional needs. She is in her element helping horses and children learn safety and trust.”

    — Sara W.

  • “Lauren is truly a deep loving spirit. I knew that the minute i met her. You won’t regret experiencing her ways with horses.”

    — Terri F.

  • “Lauren’s program is housed at one of the most beautiful hidden gems in Wilmington both physically and spiritually. She is an amazing educator who uses all her years of combined knowledge and experience to facilitate passion, peace, and oneness between her horses and her riders. I can't express enough gratitude for the love she has shown my daughter. Lauren helps her confidence so much. And the herd does the same.”

    — Whitney S.

  • “I can’t even put into words how kind and patient Lauren is. Her love and knowledge for horses shines so bright! She has helped me tremendously with communication and connection with my horse. So very thankful for her.”

    — Lauren R.

  • "Lauren is very a special person. Through Seabreeze Horse Connection, she is able to share her gifts with the community and beyond. It is so much more than a place to ride horses. Her program at Egret Paradise allows for her clients to reach from within and enhance their journey to lead and practice the golden rule. Patience, compassion, and strength are all pillars of her approach. With the herd by her side, her methods help clients with confidence and the importance of listening and body language. I have been lucky to see her growth first hand, and highly recommend scheduling a meet and greet."

    - Nathan K.

  • "Lauren is the best! She really helps you connect to the horses! Also, she helps you understand how the horses feel and what they are thinking."

    - Tori K.

  • "Lauren and her herd are magical! They have become my daughter’s favorite part of her week. I am so grateful for my daughter to have a kind, safe, encouraging place for her to mature within herself and to discover a beautiful kinship with the natural world. I could not recommend working with Lauren more!"

    - Jennifer C.

  • "Watching Lauren is magical ~ the way she communicates with horses is beautiful to experience. It’s emotional to see how in tune the horses are with the people working with them. I’m grateful that my daughter has so many wonderful people in her life to work with and learn all sides of horses."

    -Candace D.

  • "I just love Lauren and her way with horses! I had never been around horses before I began taking lessons with her. I was nervous but she quickly put me at ease and helped me feel comfortable. It always feels therapeutic when I am with her and the horses and this experience has given me such an appreciation for these amazing creatures. I love her approach to horse training with love, respect, compassion, and a bonding relationship with them. I couldn't imagine doing it any other way. As her first adult student I highly recommend her even if your older and this is something you have always wanted to do. Its good to get out of your comfort zone and try something new. Its amazing how rewarding it can be!"

    - Jennifer R.

  • "Lauren's horses speak right to the soul and bring a beautiful peace like no other."

    -Jessica E.

  • "I thoroughly enjoyed my lesson with you and our talk, which at times brought a tear to my eye. I appreciate learning how to tack up and care for a horse, though I've much to learn. Yet! I look forward to our lessons."

    - Dona E.

  • "We learned so much and enjoyed our time with Lauren and the herd. I knew it would be awesome but I didn't expect it to be so spiritual as well for us. Lauren is doing such an amazing service to our community with her work and we are so happy that we found her!"

    -Shannon F.

  • "We really appreciate you taking time to let us meet the crew yesterday, we thoroughly enjoyed it!! We have been in discussion about each horse and how much personality each has. My wife and I both commented how strong your passion is for what you do! Spending time with those horses just makes ya feel good."

    -Stephen D.

  • "The instructor at this facility is amazing. She teaches horse skills along with horse behavior and helps people of all ages connect these lessons with the world around them. The environment is peaceful. Every lesson is personal, informative and unique for each person. The horses are given 5 star care and enjoy their job. They are well-mannered and safe. I would recommend this experience for anyone who is seeking a deeper connection within themselves or with an equine partner. I have personally witnessed this program make huge changes in multiple different people. I have seen young peoples' confidence soar and their spirits blossom under the instruction of Lauren. You will not be disappointed if you choose to attend clinics, sessions or yoga events here."

    - Jazmynn B.

  • "Lauren and her herd at Seabreeze Horse Connection are captivating. Lauren is perfect at gently and lovingly encouraging my teenager to find her voice and act with compassion towards all living things. Lauren uses her background in education and her knowledge of equine behavior to facilitate interpersonal relationships and enhance communication skills for her riders. She has created a beautifully serene space that feels safe and we feel incredibly lucky to be able to share this experience."

    - Whitney S.

  • "Working with Lauren and her herd has been super healing for me and has greatly improved my self confidence. Lauren is so kind and creates a safe space where there is no judgement."

    - Allison C.