
EDUCATION
On this page you will find links to informational resources on horse archery
from basic articles and webinars to the best books and the most exciting videos.
HORSEMANSHIP FIRST
"RIDE FIRST - SHOOT SECOND!"
You'll hear those words repeated often in class.
We expect you to become more than a rider, we expect you to become a horseman or horsewoman.
We don't care how well you ride, but you must be in control of your horse at all times.
We don't care how well you shoot.
We care about the mental and physical wellbeing of your horses.
Shut down horse that "does what he's told?" Nope. Anxious horse that "needs to be desensitized?" Nope.
We expect you to work on advancing your knowledge of horses and to learn from them.
We expect you to put their needs first and demonstrate that in class and competitions.
We do not allow our members to use harsh bits or saddles that don't fit properly.
If you hit your horse, you're out. If your horse is uncontrollable, you'll be asked to leave the class.
We expect you to show up on time and develop your skills in a safe and controlled manner.
We expect you to learn from other teachers and constantly study the art of horsemanship.
No, we do not do children's parties!
We expect you to be kind to, and tolerant with others in your class, and have as much fun as you can!
Training sessions start on time. Please arrive early to prepare yourself and your horse.
"RIDE FIRST - SHOOT SECOND"

Horsemanship Education Webinar
10 MYTHS IN THE EQUESTRIAN WORLD
WOW! Check out Gareth Maré's new 56 minute webinar on the Equestrian world's 10 most common myths. I've been waiting for a while for this one. This is required viewing for BAHA's inner circle, however, everyone should be watching this.
The cost is $20. It's worth more. For bonus fun points, read up on Gareth and his amazing story with his tame zebra! There's a reason he was a presenter at Warwick Schiller's podcast summit in England.
Click HERE to get to the link.
Horsemanship Education
FORELIMB LAMENESS
Click HERE to watch this great
YouTube video on the basics of
how to determine forelimb lameness


Horsemanship Education
HINDLIMB LAMENESS
Click HERE to watch the second video on lameness. This time, the hind limbs - harder to determine and not covered in many clinics
Horsemanship Education
DR. SUE DYSON ON SADDLE FITTING
Cick HERE to watch a great YouTube webinar with legend Sue Dyson talking about saddle fit. Skip to 3m30 to see her begin her talk. These are the basic points that EVERYONE should know about this subject.



Horsemanship Education Webinar
YOUR HORSE'S HOOVES
Learn what a hoof should look like, good vs bad shoeing, good vs bad trimming. Learn the myths and facts of why your farrier is not trimming your horse's feet properly with Monique Craig of EponaMind in this webinar. COMING SOON!
in this short video on YouTube from the master himeself: Armin Hirmer.
Click HERE to watch the YouTube Video



EQUINE TERMINOLOGY
Click HERE to learn what your vet or farrier are talking about with all that fancy scientific terminology.
Horsemanship Education
STARTING YOUNG HORSES
When is a horse old enough to ride? Here's a look at the science by one of the foremost authorities in the world - Dr. Deb Bennett, Ph.D

Horsemanship Education
SHIVERS-STRINGHALT SYNDROME
Dr. Audrey DeClue releases information from her extensive studies on this issue that is completely fixable.
Check it out on her website HERE
Horsemanship Education
HOW SMART IS YOUR HORSE?
An article listing a series of studies
on the subject of equine intelligence.
Click HERE


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NOSEBANDS
Click HERE to read a short but informative article on a study on noseband pressure and where the noseband should be placed.

Horsemanship Education
The 24 Behaviors of Equine Pain
Click HERE to watch this great documentary on YouTube


Horsemanship Education
Training your horse to respond to the voice and energy so you are not using your reins or kicking to move out.
Click HERE for the YouTube video