About
Shadow Facs Farm is a family oriented equine business with a USDF Broze & Silver medalists Manager, Instructor and Trainer. Certified from Morven Park International Equestrian Center in Leesburg, VA. With over 45 years of experience in several different styles of riding, but all based on the fundamentals of balance and security for horse and rider. Creating a safe and sound foundation from which to grow from in your learning with horses.
Whether you are new to horses or need a bit of support to reach your next goal or have a difficult horse that your having a challenge with. Call Shadow Facs Farm we'd be delighted to give you some options to move forward with.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
I lead the new student through getting to know how to gather the tack and equipment to ride, as well as approaching the horse and getting them ready to ride. We continue to the the arena, by learning to lead the horse and asking them to halt. We continue with the finishing detail prior to mounting, then mount and talk about position in the saddle and what to expect as the horse moves forward. Sometimes I use a longe, so that I have control of the horse, which makes the student feel more at ease right away. We continue with learning skills of working with asking the horse to move forward and stopping by using our bodies with just a bit of help from the hand. Moving forward we talk about how to navigate turns and simple transitions (walk and halt and such.) We talk consitatnly about what is happening by me asking questions and getting student feedback. We go on to finishing the ride and go into the process of putting the horse away and taking care of the tack used, so that everything is put back and ready to go for a ride the next time.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I am a graduate of Morven Park International Equ. Institute
USDF Broze and Silver medalist
I have been in business for more then 45 years
I have worked with many international people
I can teach Basic Balance in the saddle, English, Western, Dressage and Jumping. I can also be a huge help with ground work and working with the horse on the ground.
While everyone is still learning in the business, I feel I have a wealth of knowledge to share with my students. If I don't know something, I will reseach it and get back to you!