Whole Horsemanship
About
My focus is on solving problems through rider biomechanics and Dressage fundamentals. I’ve helped hundreds of riders gain balance, confidence and harmony to become more effective effortless riders. I can help you in person or through the magic of the internet.
I absolutely love that moment when a rider gets a big smile on their face and says "Wow. It really works!"
Holistic, heart centered and horse first is the best way to describe my approach to teaching people all about horses and how to best relate to them.
On a more specific note; I teach riding lessons based on rider biomechanics and and Dressage Fundamentals. When you learn with me you'll learn not just how to ride well, but also horse psychology, horse needs and horse emotions. You will uplevel your riding skills no matter what your sport or your level of skill. I also teach horse training using non-violent relationship building skills.
I come to you, or can even help you online if you can get someone to video your riding or specific horse training challenge.
I came out of the womb loving horses and have never stopped. Helping people connect to nature and to their highest self through horses is the ultimate goal. There really is something about the outside of the horse that is good for the inside of a human.
For more than thirty years I trained horses and riders in
Western Pleasure,
Trail,
Competitive Trail,
Endurance,
Driving,
Dressage,
Jumping,
Paso Fino
My students frequently placed in the top 3 in regional events.
I have trained literally hundreds of horses and riders to be more effective and effortless through private lessons, clinics, workshops and retreats.
With me, you and your horse bond to become a team.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
1. Find out where they are now through questions and watching them ride and work with the horse.
2. Tell them where they are now according to what I see and hear.
3. Ask them where they want to go with their riding and their horse relationship.
4. Outline the steps I see to get where they want to go.
5. Begin by teaching the basics of riding biomechanics with time on the longe line.
6. Teach balance in the saddle so that the rider can use each of the aids - seat, reins, legs and weight independently.
7. Continue to add skills according to where the rider is in their journey using dressage fundamentals for balance,confidence and harmony applied to what ever riding style the rider wishes to master.