Horse Training
Riding Lessons
Building Confidence
True Horsemanship
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Communicating and teaching using positive reinforcement
Communication
Understanding
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​Establishing clear and concise ques
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Establishing Understanding
Two Way Communication
Teaching clear ques and watching for understanding creating secure relationships
Strong Partnership
Trust
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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
