for empathetic equestrians across the globe
Access mentoring with Katie Boniface, even if you aren’t local, through online programs, short courses, and other resources!
the holistic equestrian methodology
Full Training Programs
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Holistic Equestrian Program
For riders looking to take the connection-based training of the Holistic Equestrian Methodology into the saddle, and to help reduce bucking, kicking, spooking or napping.
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Holistic Horse Handling Program
For horse owners, riders or handlers looking to work with their horse and develop a foundation built on trust, faith and connection.
Short Courses
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Opening Communications
COMMUNICATION.
CONNECTION.
CONSENT.
It begins with you giving them a voice.
OPEN COMMUNICATIONS WITH YOUR HORSE WILL SHOW YOU HOW TO GET STARTED
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Teaching Curiosity
Horses are natural animals of prey, and their instinct (triggered in 0.003s) is more likely to flee than fight.
But what if you could help your horse become less spooked or anxious?The answer isn’t desensitisation, it’s to help them be curious!
Teaching Curiosity outlines how to develop and support your horse through learning to be curious, and will help reduce the extreme anxiety and responses without causing them to shut down. -
Learning with Games
A short course focused on using games to reduce arena sourness, encourage communication in new ways, and mostly, to have fun!
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Improve your riding seat
Our seat is an important element of communicating with our horses when we ride. But small positional errors can translate to very confusing aids for your horse!
Improve your seat takes you through ground and in-saddle exercises to help your develop a balanced, independent seat and assist with clear, consistent aids - which make riding easier for you and your horse!
Free Courses and Resources
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Say YES webinar
This free 90minute session shares:
The step by step masterclass for caregivers who want to build a safe and supportive learning environment for their horse without having to push them through challenges and training;
How you can understand the behaviour your horse is using to communicate with you, and how to avoid the common mistakes;
How you can build a trusting relationship with your horse that fills you both with happiness.
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Take the personality quiz
Uncover insights into your horse’s natural default responses, and understand how we can foster them to become secure, connected partners.
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Listen to the First Do No Harm Podcast
Featuring horse training and riding tips, along with industry experts from different parts of the world, we take you on the pathway of understanding the Holistic Equestrian Methodology.
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Youtube Channel
Watch our free trainings on youtube
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Read our free articles
Training tips, videos, articles and insights - see it all!
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Builing Connection Course
Are you feeling like there is a wall between you and your horse (an emotional one, that is)?
Or are you keen to get started on the Holistic Equestrian Methodology of connection based training, but just aren’t sure where to start?
We’ve got you covered inside this free course, with tips, demonstrations, and pitfalls to avoid.
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Help your horse love riding again course
Sometimes, our horse’s just aren’t into riding.
That’s ok (and it’s ok if you don’t want to either). But if you suspect your horse could love riding again, this course is filled with insights and tips to help your horse love being ridden as much as you love riding!
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Ultimate dressage guide
Just getting started, or wanting to polish you results? The ultimate dressage collection covers understanding arena shapes, tips on scores, and insights into what the judges look for!