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Getting to Know a New Horse Part 2

In last week’s article we discussed the difficulties of working with a new horse and how I approach it on the ground before riding. If you missed that article check it out here. In this week’s article we will discuss what I do after having worked the horse on the Read more

By Stephanie Walker, 6 yearsJune 24, 2020 ago

Philosophy

Getting to Know a New Horse Part 1

Do you feel nervous when working with a new horse? A lot of people avoid working with new horses because their confidence comes from knowing how the specific horse will react to each situation and aid. In this article I am going to break down for you how I approach Read more

By Stephanie Walker, 6 yearsJune 17, 2020 ago

Teaching Philosophy

Free Heart Stables' riding program centers on building a solid foundation both in and out of the saddle. Rider's position is a constant focus in order to ensure that riders are safe and able to move forward in their riding. Groundwork is utilized to help riders develop the horsemanship, feel, and timing necessary to communicate effectively with the horse, resulting in a more relaxed and willing partner. Horsemanship is integrated into our program to ensure that we are producing well-rounded riders. An emphasis is placed on the rider's physical and mental preparedness for tasks to ensure confidence and enjoyment, both critical to the continuation of a rider's career. Each lesson is tailored specifically to the individual to address their unique needs and goals. This allows riders to get the most out of each lesson, resulting in greater confidence, learning, and enjoyment.