WHAT IS HORSEMANSHIP?

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Think of horsemanship as the umbrella under which all aspects of equestrian pursuits fall. If horsemanship is the umbrella, the spokes holding up the umbrella consist of riding, bodywork, saddle fitting, ground work, learning about the equine brain, managing the horse's feet, different training methods, etc. These are some of the subjects that comprise of keeping your horse happy and healthy, both physically and mentally. Many great riders know nothing about horsemanship. Many horsemen are not great riders. We endeavor to work WITH our horses instead of forcing them to comply. 

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There are certain established methods for managing how you approach horses, how you put on the halter, pick out their feet, brush them, tack them up, etc. Having seen so many injuries from poor training and ineffective techniques, even by experienced individuals, we will take you through the common sense methods we have learned from horse masters throughout the years.

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Establishing connection and forming a relationship is not done through coercing your horse to do what you want but through establishing trust first. This trust must be reciprocal. Imagine a 1200lb prey animal that lives its life in constant anxiety, then imagine trying to communicate to that animal that you can protect and lead it. 

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Maybe you have a fear of horses. Horses are way more fearful of you than you are of them. They are marvelous guides that love to connect with others, both equine and human. Come and meet our horses, learn to develop your trust.

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