Training & Coaching

    "The horse comes first" - A systematic program focused on developing confident and trustworthy partnerships

    "The Horse Comes First"

    This is a systematic program with a focus on the horse. Darcy offers a safe, fun and challenging working environment with no short cuts or quick fixes. Learn to look at things like a horse does to develop a confident and trustworthy partnership between horse and rider.

    Do you want to begin looking at things like a horse does? Individual sessions, Semi-Private and Small groups (4 maximum) available.

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    Training Programs

    Choose from our comprehensive range of training options designed to meet your specific needs

    Individual Sessions

    One-on-one training focused on developing your partnership with your horse through understanding equine perspective.

    • Personalized horse-focused approach
    • No shortcuts or quick fixes
    • Safe and challenging environment

    Semi-Private Sessions

    Small group training with personalized attention while learning from other horse-rider partnerships.

    • Shared learning experience
    • Individual guidance
    • Horse-centered methodology

    Small Groups

    Maximum 4 riders learning to develop confident and trustworthy partnerships with their horses.

    • Maximum 4 participants
    • Systematic program approach
    • Focus on horse's perspective

    Skills You'll Develop

    Our comprehensive training program covers all aspects of horsemanship and riding

    Learning to think like a horse does
    Developing confident partnerships
    Consistent and thoughtful communication
    Constant awareness and listening
    Building trust through understanding
    Rider responsibility and open mindedness
    Willingness to change and adapt
    Kind and thoughtful approach

    Training Philosophy

    Darcy believes that as a rider, there is a responsibility to have an open mind and a willingness to change when working with horses. The outcome of the training of the horse lies squarely on the shoulders of the rider to be able to listen, be consistent, thoughtful, kind and have a constant awareness.

    "Do you want to begin looking at things like a horse does?"