Think Harmony With Horses by Ray Hunt Click on book to go to the Eclectic Horseman Mercantile for purchase. “When you ask your horse to do something it should be his idea… he wants to do it, he understands how to do it, and he does it. ” These
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“What appears beautiful and effortless, is in fact an achievement in art, feel and athleticism requiring years of quality development for both horse and rider.” Jim Hicks “I think most people don’t really understand all that it takes to stand on your toes, and to be able to jump and land without any noise, or
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When you hold hands with your horse and he holds your hand back, to me that’s true connection and harmony. My students often hear me say when you hold hands with someone it doesn’t feel good to hold an empty hand , it doesn’t feel good to hold a strong hand, just hold hands. By
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“It is very unfortunate that so much ring side coaching is laden with “use more leg and ride more forward” as the always fixed answer. I received a thought provoking text one morning as I was driving into work. The content of the message was advising me that I needed to walk like a penguin when
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Knowledgeable horsemen who teach are often profoundly committed students who seek coaching for themselves. Wise educators will work with those who can shed light on blind spots, as well as be willing to receive wisdom from those who have a map ahead. If a teacher is not humble or seeking to develop their personal journey with the
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