My philosophy is simple. “Balanced in Horsemanship… Balanced in Mulemanship”.

Unlike some trainers, my training is based on philosophy rather than a rigid approach. I firmly believe the key to successful horse and mule training is balance. There are always going to be exceptions to any rules. This is certainly true in horse training. No two horses will react to a stimulus the same way. As a result, if you try to be rigid or “by the book”, you will almost certainly run into some serious road blocks in your training and could quite possibly be leading your horse into more problems down the road.

I have specific “stages” I will take every horse through. These stages may or may not be in a certain order depending on the horse. The “Balance” that I refer to allows me the flexibility to train the horse using a different approach for each horse but the end result is always to ensure that the horse completes each stage before moving onto to the next.

Whether you bring me an untouched colt or a seasoned trail horse, I will always begin the training assuming that the horse has never been handled. This allows me to create a firm foundation to build from. Each stage I take your horse to will only be as successful as the previous stage. For example, if I don’t ensure that your horse can disengage his hind quarters from the ground, there is no way that I can expect him to disengage his hind quarters using a one rein stop. Being that a one rein stop is an emergency maneuver, I would much rather ensure early on in the training that this step has been addressed.

Owner Input and Attendance:

Owner Input:

Each horse owner will have specific goals in mind for his or her horse.  Each horse owner will also have different riding styles.  Good communication between the horse owner and myself is important.  You may ride using direct reining while someone else will neck rein.  You may choose to use leg queues.  You may be preparing your horse for barrel racing or reining events.  Or, you may simply want a well mannered trail horse.  In any instance, please communicate this information to me prior to training.

Owner Attendance

I have always had an open door policy when it comes to my training. Owners are always welcome and in fact encouraged to attend their horses training sessions. Your participation is KEY to the successful training of your horse.

While your participation is not required, it is strongly encouraged. I highly recommend owner attendance at least one day a week during training. WHY should you attend? Simple! When you are here, it is much easier to discuss the progress of your horse as well as to educate you as to any potential “issues” your horse may be having and how to successfully work through those issues should you encounter them when you get home. Horses thrive on consistency and repetition. If you are able to watch, ask questions and be able to see how I handle your horse and then take those techniques home with you, you will be much more successful and have a much happier relationship with your horse moving forward.

Full Training Fee's:

Please contact me for training fee information. (256-476-2667)
(Minimum of 60 days is recommended for Horses and required for Mules)

• Fee includes daily feed, pasture, hay, and mineral.
• Horses are pastured with a compatible horse.
• Each pasture or paddock has shelter and shade.
• Fee does not include farrier and vet expenses.