Introduction to the Horse
Introduction to the Horse
This course is presented by Master Horseman Jodie Kelvy.
Jodie has invested the past 43 years of her life and hundreds of thousands of dollars to be coached by some of the world's best horsemen. She has trained thousands of horses and people to understand each other better.
The knowledge acquired in this course is the bare minimum that anyone considering owning or handling horses should strive for. All horse training problems stem from incorrect handling and can be prevented or corrected from the ground.
This course is ideal for people who are new to horses or who have been away from horses and would like a refresher and boost of confidence. This course is highly recommended for families who are considering buying their child a horse.
What will we cover?
Approaching and haltering the horse
Before you can lead your horse you need to be able to put the halter on! This is the beginning of the experience for both you and your horse and sets the foundation for further communication that day. There is a certain way to approach a horse that is safe and horse friendly that will build a trusting relationship, and there are other ways people approach horses that can make him or her defensive. Knowing this horse friendly way puts you way ahead when it comes to respect from your horse.
Moving around the horse
Doing this incorrectly is one of the most common mistakes I have seen many people make over my decades of teaching. Knowing what to do and how to do it can be a game changer when it comes to respect from your horse.
Handling the horse's legs
Learn this certain way that relaxes the horse and will encourage it to cooperate. If you go about this without correct guidance the horse can become defensive, and handling the legs can get dangerous real fast!
Leading your horse
We will give you the skills to lead a horse in a way that builds a strong connection based on trust and respect for each other. Leading the horse is one of the most misunderstood concepts I have witnessed in my 43 years of training horses and humans.
Ground communication in preparation for riding
99% of horse related accidents are human error. Ground communication and checks are vital if you want to prepare yourself and your horse for a positive riding experience. You will learn our pre-ride ritual that we have been effectively using for the past 17 years to make sure that our 40 horses are ready to be calm and responsive for their handlers and riders.
HorseHand "ABC" - Absolute Beginners Course
Totally new to the world of horses? We get it - it can feel pretty overwhelming when you start looking into buying your first horse, learning the ropes, or even just trying to help someone else on their journey. That's exactly why we created Horse ABC at HorseHand: a hands-on, practical 3½ hour course designed to simplify the experience and give you the confidence to get started the right way, from the very first meeting to confidently being with the horse on the ground.
Horse, equipment and afternoon tea are provided. Bring a water bottle and wear comfortable footwear; sunscreen and a sun hat are highly recommended.
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Tell us a little about yourself and your horse experience, and we will let you know when the next Introduction to the Horse or ABC course runs.
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