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Yes. I can help you transform goals into reality!
As an eternal student myself, I know how challenging it can be to find someone with not only the knowledge, but the communication skills and coaching necessary to guide you to success. I have developed my teaching system based on these key factors.
Knowledge: In order to be a competent teacher, one must fully understand all aspects of what they are teaching. One must understand the reasons for it's creation, consequences for inaccurate execution, and all practical uses. I have studied classical dressage with the world's finest living classical masters for over a decade, attending 6-8 of their clinics a year (in addition to my extensive library). I have studied both French, and German classical systems for horse and rider development, and have revered the "old ways" in highest honor.
In your lessons you will learn correct execution of exercises, why it is the correct execution, how to recreate it by yourself, when it is appropriate to use it, how to integrate it into your schooling, and how to troubleshoot exercises.
Communication and Coaching: Effective communication of knowledge is key to implementation and comprehension. It is never the student's fault for not understanding what is expected. Many instructors have the knowledge, but few have the communication skills or training to effectively teach what they know!
Because effective communication is so critical to learning I take part in ongoing education on how to teach, how to coach, and how to communicate. I am a certified coach in GROW model coaching, which is particularly useful in making serious progress in my students. I am approaching completion of my certification in Neuro Linguistic Programming which destroys mental blocks, fears, anxiety, and enables to "non kinetic" learner to connect their brains with their bodies. As personal fitness is an integral part of the equestrian sport, I utilize my knowledge and certification as a Cycling Fitness Instructor to develop individualized off horse fitness plans as well.
In November of 2012, I was a featured in an article for professionals on how to fight burn out as an instructor and trainer. You can read the article here.
I am an equal opportunity instructor and trainer. I do not discriminate based on your horse's breed, style, tack, or upbringing. I have a fiduciary duty to your horse above all else. Chaque pas est fait ensemble.
Knowledge: In order to be a competent teacher, one must fully understand all aspects of what they are teaching. One must understand the reasons for it's creation, consequences for inaccurate execution, and all practical uses. I have studied classical dressage with the world's finest living classical masters for over a decade, attending 6-8 of their clinics a year (in addition to my extensive library). I have studied both French, and German classical systems for horse and rider development, and have revered the "old ways" in highest honor.
In your lessons you will learn correct execution of exercises, why it is the correct execution, how to recreate it by yourself, when it is appropriate to use it, how to integrate it into your schooling, and how to troubleshoot exercises.
Communication and Coaching: Effective communication of knowledge is key to implementation and comprehension. It is never the student's fault for not understanding what is expected. Many instructors have the knowledge, but few have the communication skills or training to effectively teach what they know!
Because effective communication is so critical to learning I take part in ongoing education on how to teach, how to coach, and how to communicate. I am a certified coach in GROW model coaching, which is particularly useful in making serious progress in my students. I am approaching completion of my certification in Neuro Linguistic Programming which destroys mental blocks, fears, anxiety, and enables to "non kinetic" learner to connect their brains with their bodies. As personal fitness is an integral part of the equestrian sport, I utilize my knowledge and certification as a Cycling Fitness Instructor to develop individualized off horse fitness plans as well.
In November of 2012, I was a featured in an article for professionals on how to fight burn out as an instructor and trainer. You can read the article here.
I am an equal opportunity instructor and trainer. I do not discriminate based on your horse's breed, style, tack, or upbringing. I have a fiduciary duty to your horse above all else. Chaque pas est fait ensemble.
EDUCATIONAL OPTIONS
Lessons: Bring your horse to our facility in Siler City, NC for an hour of learning fun, or we will come to you if you are located in the greater Chatham County area. We have easy turn around parking for your rig, and outdoor stalls adjacent to the arena if you wish to bring more than one horse.
Clinics: The ideal option for those who crave a social atmosphere for learning, or have a horse that prefers not to travel. Clinics are available in North Carolina and Southern Virginia with a minimum of 5 riders for a half day of learning, or nationally for a flat rate with a maximum of 10 lessons per day (travel and hotel accommodations are not included in the flat rate and are the responsibility of the clinic host)
Short Courses: The total immersion experience! For short courses, you and your horse(s) will be our guests at our facility in Siler City, NC. Enjoy your own private sleeping quarters and bathroom in our iconic mid century modern home while your horse enjoys his own private paddock. Short courses are available for 2-4 consecutive days, and are customized to your specific goals.
Long Courses: Designed for those that require more than what can be accomplished in a long weekend, long courses are 2-8 weeks in duration with any combination of lessons and training rides desired. Due to the longer duration, we do not offer overnight accommodations for riders with long courses, but horses remain at our facility for the duration.
Lessons: Bring your horse to our facility in Siler City, NC for an hour of learning fun, or we will come to you if you are located in the greater Chatham County area. We have easy turn around parking for your rig, and outdoor stalls adjacent to the arena if you wish to bring more than one horse.
Clinics: The ideal option for those who crave a social atmosphere for learning, or have a horse that prefers not to travel. Clinics are available in North Carolina and Southern Virginia with a minimum of 5 riders for a half day of learning, or nationally for a flat rate with a maximum of 10 lessons per day (travel and hotel accommodations are not included in the flat rate and are the responsibility of the clinic host)
Short Courses: The total immersion experience! For short courses, you and your horse(s) will be our guests at our facility in Siler City, NC. Enjoy your own private sleeping quarters and bathroom in our iconic mid century modern home while your horse enjoys his own private paddock. Short courses are available for 2-4 consecutive days, and are customized to your specific goals.
Long Courses: Designed for those that require more than what can be accomplished in a long weekend, long courses are 2-8 weeks in duration with any combination of lessons and training rides desired. Due to the longer duration, we do not offer overnight accommodations for riders with long courses, but horses remain at our facility for the duration.
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DCE Student Winning Champion in Hunter OF
This pair used to be a dirty stopper and a timid rider (rightfully so!). Through confidence building NLP work on the flat, over gymnastic grids, and careful over fences work, this pair is now comfortable, confident, trusting and winning!
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