* PLEASE NOTE - wait times for onsite training may vary, advanced bookings essential. For current wait times please refer to our contact page. Thank you for your patience and ongoing support!
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BASIC HANDLING
Our basic handling program develops familiarisation with common aspects of routine handling, including catching, tying, leading, handling feet, hosing and rugging and is perfect for early education at any age, from weanlings onwards!
The starting and backing process can be a challenging time for our horses and we must not forget the expectations we are placing on our equine partners - for this reason we prefer familiarity with basic handling prior to the Starting process, this minimises stress while maximising learning! Estimated timeframe ~3 weeks. |
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GROUND TRAINING AND/OR PRE-STARTING
Set your horse up for success, introducing concepts of mental and physical engagement, basic body control, spatial boundaries and postural development, activating awareness in muscle groups to build topline & correct muscle tone. Enabling efficient and comfortable performance of handling, ground and ridden work and promoting soundness. Float training can also be included. An introduction to saddling, bridling, and mounting block is added for pre-starting programs. Physical intensity is altered in accordance with age, physical & mental maturity, making the program appropriate for all age ranges. ☑️ A great starting point for horses beginning their education or for those looking to modify their training approach to encompass correct physical development and compassionate horsemanship. ☑️ Great for youngsters needing mental stimulation without physical overloading, sensitive horses who benefit from incremental training or in preparation for backing. ☑️ In addition to our Starting program for those needing to mature or reach appropriate age for backing/ridden training (we recommend commencing backing or ridden training ~4yrs, check out our FAQ's for more information.) The starting/backing process can be a challenging time, we encourage an intermittent approach to creating positive first experiences. Breaks & spelling throughout training allows time for mental & physical adjustment and maximises results. Estimated timeframe ~4 - 5 weeks. |
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GENERAL TRAINING/FLATWORK
General training programs can be employed on the ground or under saddle for confidence building, improved balance or body control, correcting muscle tone and improving muscle development or float training. ALL programs begin with our ENGAGE™️ Equine Ground Training Program to set up clear foundations and a positive understanding for continued work. All horses not familiar with our training methods will be introduced to these on the ground prior to any ridden work. Duration is dependent on each individual horse, rate of physical development, your goals and any specific issues to be addressed. Importance is placed on correct muscle development, reducing tension or anxiety and promoting a confident, relaxed demeanour. Horses can be accommodated for short or long-term training plans. STARTING - BACKING - FOUNDATIONS UNDER SADDLE
Developing self regulation, self-confidence & self-carriage beginning exclusively on ground and in-hand, incorporating balance & body control, postural development, symmetry & alignment (straightness training) and cavaletti/pole work. Exercises are replicated during the backing process and into ridden training to strengthen and supple with clarity and consistency. ☑️ When starting a horse under saddle we must not forget the mental and physical expectations we are placing on our equine partners - for this reason we prefer familiarity and confidence with basic handling to minimise stress and maximise learning! This helps us to prevent horses being overwhelmed during the process. We can assist with our basic handling program. ☑️ For horses requiring more confidence, improved handling skills, for sensitive horses or those needing more time for physical or mental maturation, we highly recommend an intermittent training approach with ample breaks/spelling. Our Ground/Pre-starting Program is an ideal addition. ☑️ We highly recommend a break in training part way through this program, this allows mental processing & optimises physical development (duration dependant on the individual and their requirements ranging from short (2-4wks) to longer (3-6 mnths) spells). Estimated time frame is ~12-14 weeks (not including breaks/spells) - timeframes may vary dependent on the needs of each individual, rate of physical and mental development and any issues identified during training or needing to be addressed throughout. |
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RE-EDUCATION - PROBLEM HORSES - VICES
Implementing self regulation & self-carriage through careful connection, balance & body control, symmetry & alignment (straightness), postural correction & development and cavaletti/pole work. Importance is placed on correcting posture & muscle tone, reducing tension, working through behavioural issues and promoting a relaxed demeanour. Beginning exclusively on the ground to allow for optimum physical modifications without the burden of extra weight, imbalance or reinforced compensation patterns. Exercises are closely replicated under saddle to strengthen and supple with clarity and consistency. ☑️ To move forward we must work through any negative associations, trauma or learned behaviours, carefully deconstructing & then rebuilding mentally & physically through increased engagement. ☑️ We highly recommend a break in training part way through this program, this allows mental processing & optimises physical development (duration dependant on the individual and their requirements ranging from short (2-4wks) to longer (3-6 mnths) spells). Estimated time frame is ~12-14 weeks (not including breaks/spells), dependent on the needs of each individual horse, rate of physical and mental development, any physical or behavioural issues needing to be addressed and your goals. |
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REHABILITATION/RETURN TO WORK
Has your horse been spelled? Out of work for a period of time? OR just recovered from injury? We can help get them back on track! With extensive experience in equine rehabilitation, we understand how correct body and muscle function can be affected after injury and the importance of gradual strength building, restoring alignment & function after injury or time off. ☑️ Programs begin exclusively on the ground with postural development, mental and physical engagement, straightness, balance and body control to regain optimal functional movement. ☑️ We highly recommend a break or spell partway through training to allow mental processing and prevent physical fatigue. Duration is dependent on each individual horse, rate of physical development, your goals and any specific issues to be addressed. Horses can be accommodated for short or long-term plans, for horses out of work estimated timeframe is ~12-14 weeks. |
ALL training begins on the ground to enable accurate assessment, postural & physical corrections without the burden of additional weight or imbalance, installation or tuning of cues for transferal under saddle, to encourage optimal movement and promote a safe, calm environment for backing or re-backing.
TWO complimentary lessons are offered towards the end of each training program, covering some of our ground and ridden cues and exercises that may be useful for continued training at home.
Additional sessions available and encouraged by request (fees apply).
Additional sessions available and encouraged by request (fees apply).
FEES & INCLUSIONS
Training fees (incl. agistment) are $500/week +GST, without additional feed
+$40/week (+GST) for *additional hard feed and include:
Spacious, well managed paddocks.
Ad lib grass hay, as necessary.
Feeding up to 3x/day
Rugging up to 2x/day *rugs to be provided by owner.
Regular grooming and handling.
Shampooing and light rugs washed as needed.
All horses are treated with care and attention to detail, body condition and behaviour are monitored throughout.
*additional feed consists of a simple, low sugar/high fibre, minimally processed diet, using premium grade vitamin/mineral supplements - tailored to maximise nutritional value and support healthy condition.
PAYMENT STRUCTURE
A minimum, non-refundable booking deposit (equivalent to 1 week of training) is required to to secure your reservation.
Further payment can be made via 4 easy options:
1. In full, in advance.
2. 50% at time of booking, 50% on arrival.
3. Deposit equivalent to 1 week of training, plus 3 monthly payments beginning on arrival.
4. Deposit equivalent to 1 week of training, fortnightly payments beginning on arrival.
For options 3 & 4 booking deposits will be credited to your account on arrival.
Please note: in the event of cancellation, an amount equivalent to 1 week of training will be forfeited without exception.
+$40/week (+GST) for *additional hard feed and include:
Spacious, well managed paddocks.
Ad lib grass hay, as necessary.
Feeding up to 3x/day
Rugging up to 2x/day *rugs to be provided by owner.
Regular grooming and handling.
Shampooing and light rugs washed as needed.
All horses are treated with care and attention to detail, body condition and behaviour are monitored throughout.
*additional feed consists of a simple, low sugar/high fibre, minimally processed diet, using premium grade vitamin/mineral supplements - tailored to maximise nutritional value and support healthy condition.
PAYMENT STRUCTURE
A minimum, non-refundable booking deposit (equivalent to 1 week of training) is required to to secure your reservation.
Further payment can be made via 4 easy options:
1. In full, in advance.
2. 50% at time of booking, 50% on arrival.
3. Deposit equivalent to 1 week of training, plus 3 monthly payments beginning on arrival.
4. Deposit equivalent to 1 week of training, fortnightly payments beginning on arrival.
For options 3 & 4 booking deposits will be credited to your account on arrival.
Please note: in the event of cancellation, an amount equivalent to 1 week of training will be forfeited without exception.