Horse Training
Using basic Classical Riding to start young horses under saddle in a variety of disciplines, as well as ground work for all horses
Working horses up through low levels of Dressage, low level jumping, basic western riding, trail
I am currently not offering training by the month at our place. Contact for more information
Working horses up through low levels of Dressage, low level jumping, basic western riding, trail
I am currently not offering training by the month at our place. Contact for more information
Riding Lessons
Using Classical Riding to improve a rider's connection with their horse as well as improve the horse's ability to do their job. Focusing on softness, relaxation, suppleness, and willing horses for any and all disciplines.
Lessons are available on client horses. (Student provides own horse) We are not currently providing lesson horses.
Lessons are available on client horses. (Student provides own horse) We are not currently providing lesson horses.
Testimonials
"Katie has been giving me riding lessons with my older, lightly-trained Arab for a little over three months. I've taken riding lessons for longer periods of time from different instructors over the years. My horse and I have improved more with Katie in the short time we've been working together than I have with any of the other instructors I have worked with. Why? I believe it's because Katie treats me with the same gentle leadership she uses with horses: - She never gives me more to work on than I can grasp at one time. - She offers praise when I make even small improvements which helps me to keep positive and to stay on track.- She shows me the same thing in different settings and in different ways to keep learning interesting for both me and my horse and to help me understand how to apply what I've learned in any situation I encounter. This not only makes me a better rider, it makes me a safer rider.- She ends every lesson on a positive note and suggests one or two manageable items to work on before our next lesson.
If you want to improve your riding, no matter what your riding style, discipline or approach, give Katie a call. Her solid horsemanship skills and understanding of both horses and people are a winning combination."
If you want to improve your riding, no matter what your riding style, discipline or approach, give Katie a call. Her solid horsemanship skills and understanding of both horses and people are a winning combination."
Projects
In 2015 I trained a horse for the Retired Racehorse Project Thoroughbred Makeover Competition. (Visit their website for more information on the competition). I used Eighteen Belowe for the Eventing portion. She did very well considering she didn't have any show experience before going, and hadn't even schooled off the ranch. She showed how good of a mind she has! Eighteen Belowe is a 5 year old mare bred and raised in North Dakota. Our mare, Dakota Wrangler, is a half sister to Eighteen Belowe. She last raced in June 2014, earning $ 3,977 and is multiple stakes placed. For anyone interested in following her progress, please "like" her facebook page: Eighteen Belowe