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Taking Your Time Without Drilling

I feel like my greatest challenge as a trainer is knowing when to take my time to really get something good and when to move forward so as not to drill. Some of my friends implement a “45 minute rule” where they set a timer and wrap up when it Read more

By Stephanie Walker, 7 yearsMay 15, 2019 ago

Philosophy

Goals

Goals are great for life and they are great for our horsemanship journey. They keep us focused on the path ahead and motivate us to keep trying. However, goals also make us rush and forget about the journey that we are all on. When we become too focused on where Read more

By Stephanie Walker, 8 yearsOctober 24, 2018 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.

don’t rush

Taking Your Time Without Drilling

Goals