Labor day weekend clinic: Herd Liberty class pt 1

Here is part one of the Herd Liberty class day one from the Labor day weekend clinic. This is a unique way to observe herd behavior and practice exercises inspired by herb culture and equine social behavior. I allowed the participants to choose and let the horses choose who they wanted to work with. The horses/human pairs turned out perfect and they had a great time working on all the exercises right up to mounted during the three days. Enjoy the video and keep a look out for the next installments.
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UK clinic summary

I just got back from the UK clinic and it was full of fun, interesting people and horses. I saw many happy smiling faces and happy horses at the end. That makes me happy. Lots of new faces and some familiar ones. I so enjoy the interaction with diverse groups so we can learn about all different ways to work/play with all different personalities and types.

Some cool new programs have sprouted out of my connection with the New Horse and Carolyn Bourchier Horsemanship. We'll keep you updated on developments. We are working on being able to provide continued support to clinic participants throughout the year online.

I also got to visit with Jenny Rolfe and her Stallions again. It's always inspiring to be around like-minded individuals and share thoughts and ideas about horses and teaching. What's really cool is my US and UK network are really starting to overlap and allow us to provide support and guidance as a team. As usual Allie Bourchier provided us with unforgettable photos of the clinic. Enjoy and keep watch for the next clinic in your area here http://www.fdhorsemanship.com/#!calendar

UK clinic slideshow 1

UK clinic slideshow 2

Got to hang out with my good friend Taz again!

Lots of stuff!

I wanted to let everyone know some of the current and upcoming events in the coming months. First off all, The St. Vincent's Caribbean Clinic is coming up February 28th. This is an amazing clinic with Stina Herberg and Myself is paradise with her horses! It is magical! We work with Carolyn Resnick's Waterhole Rituals, Yoga and Meditation for riding and transitioning to riding from Liberty work. This clinic is especially good for fearful or traumatized riders. I can't express what an amazing experience it is. We are offering an early bird sign up with a savings of 10% on this already great value. Go here to sign up and get detailed info http://fdhorsetraining.com/Showschedule.html check out a video from the last one http://youtu.be/UbRt-d23b4w

In other news, I am now able to offer playshop intensives at Back Acres Farm in MA. There is accomodation available for you and your horse on site or near by. You can come and work with me for 1-3 days in small groups. You do not need to have a horse. You can lease one if needed. These are arranged by request and demand so If you would like more info about this Contact me here.

Also keep and ear out for clinics in CT as it gets warmer. So far I will be tentively scheduled to do clinics in the UK, Washington, New Zealand and Australia for 2012. Contact me for more info or to find out about having a clinic in your area.

I have currenty available The New Zealand Clinic video and the Going Bitless class video for sale here http://fdhorsetraining.com/FDTIinstruction.html
It's a great way to experience the clinic or classes if you couldn't make them.

Last but not least keep an eye out for the new website launch and the on Demand Video Library coming soon! It will feature exercises in my Liberty-Line-Mounted progression with and emphasis on building Connection-Communication-Calm Leadership. Hope to see you soon in the virtual world or the real one!

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FD Horsemanship Demo (Natural Horsemanship)

Here's Part one of a recent demo on Integrative Horsemanship and problem solving for common issues. This series covers nervous horses and riders, Calm leadership, and standing and mounting. I'll be posting part 2 and 3 in the following weeks.