Horsemanship focused on mind and body engagement

I focus on fostering a safe environment for your horse so that they can grow in their training and skills but also gain confidence in the world around them. I am a firm believer that a confident horse is a safer horse. When you give horses the tools to emotionally regulate through new and scary scenarios they are able to learn better than reacting first and thinking second. 

What I Offer

I work with horses through a lens of creating and building confidence and  suppleness both on the ground and in the saddle. I do this through clear communication and understanding of horse behavior as well as herd dynamics. Whatever your goals for your horse may be, I will create an actionable plan to help get them there and work with your horse at whatever stage they are at. 

Horse Exercising 

If you have multiple horses (or just one) along with multiple other responsibilities as well I can come to you and exercise your horses for you on a consistent basis. This can look like ground work and mental stimulation as well as classically in the saddle loping circles, or even just long walking sessions to stretch their legs out. Whatever you and your horses needs are I can work with you on a exercise plan for them so they are always in good health physically and emotionally. 

Horse Training 

If you have a horse that needs a tuneup after some time off, or a young one you know gets fresh when the temperature drops, I am happy to work them for you and help create softness all around. Through mainly pressure and release as well as positive reinforcement training methods I emphasize desensitization in my training as well as creating a safe supportive environment to foster building a horses confidence. Often my work with horses may seem slow but one of the best pieces of training advice I ever received was "slow is fast and fast gets you hurt" I try to cover all based and eliminate the possibility of "holes in training," because I believe a well rounded horse is a safer horse.  

Riding Lessons 

Whether you are a beginner or have some experience under your belt and just want a little tune up yourself I can teach you the fundamentals, and help you have an engaged seat. I have experience teaching people of all ages with a specialty in working with kids and horses. Maybe you have kids but not as much time to teach them to ride as you'd like? I can come to your property and give one on one lessons on everything from catching, grooming, saddling, to mounting and riding.  All of this with an emphasis on safe practices and clear communication between horse and rider.