Horse Training
Riding Lessons
Building Confidence
True Horsemanship
Communicating and teaching using positive reinforcement
Communication
Understanding
Establishing clear and concise ques
Establishing Understanding
Two Way Communication
Teaching clear ques and watching for understanding creating secure relationships
Strong Partnership
Trust
You and your horse will work together to achieve your goals.
What is True Horsemanship?
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The establishment of a partnership between horse and handler
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Partnership is based on respect and two way communication
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An understanding of horse to horse interactions and socialization is crucial
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Knowing the neurological reasoning behind behaviors
What Type Of Training Is Offered?
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All training has an emphasis on feel, confidence, and precision for both horse and rider
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Michelle has focused on western disciplines including
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Reining
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Ranch Riding
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Versatility
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Rail Classes
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Trail Classes
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Trail Riding
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Do I Have To Have My Own Horse?
- In order to take riding lessons you must have your own horse.
- If you are interested in therapeutic riding or equine assisted learning the horses are provided and have special training.
Training and Lessons Location?
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Michelle uses a facility in West Bountiful which includes a small indoor arena, medium size outdoor arena, and round pen
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Boarding during training is recommended
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minimum of two hour turn out per day
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feeding twice a day
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mucking once per day
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riding 5 days per week
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Trail rides are part of training and lessons
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Davis Agricultural Heritage Center and Bastian Agricultural Center are also utilized
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Michelle is willing to visit your facility for lessons and training
General Training and Lesson Questions
- Length of Training
- 30 days is a typical training length
- Boarding horse during training is recommended
- training fee, board fee, and lesson fee are separate
- Rider owner assessment after each 30 day period to determine additional needs or satisfaction
- Individual training sessions range from 20-60 minutes
- One day per week can be dedicated to owner lesson on horse in training
- Lessons
- Lessons are individual, unless prior arrangements have been made
- Student must bring their own horse and equipment
- Lessons are 60 minutes, unless age limits attention span then 30 minute lessons will be provided
- Location can be in West Bountiful at the My Equine Connection Facility, at your facility, Davis Heritage Agricultural Center, or on the trail.
- Students should be 5 or older
