journey Archives - Free Heart Stables

Seeing Roadblocks as Opportunities

Everyone has heard the saying, “when one door shuts another door opens”. Although almost everyone is familiar with this saying, most of us have trouble putting it into practice. After all, it can be really hard to look at disappointment in a positive light. With horses we are constantly needing Read more

By Stephanie Walker, 6 yearsApril 22, 2020 ago

Philosophy

Thanks for All the Support!

With Thanksgiving tomorrow I thought it would be an appropriate time to give thanks to all the horses who have helped shape my horsemanship and all of you who have allowed me to learn and grow with you and your horses. Thank you for being patient and forgiving as I Read more

By Stephanie Walker, 8 yearsNovember 21, 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.