I see my job as an interpreter who puts the rider in a position to learn; and then "reads" the horse to be able to tell the rider how to improve. Ultimately my goal is to hand this awareness of what the horse's behavior means over to the rider, so that he/she can "read" the horse him/herself. I teach riders to be safe, competent and empathetic toward their mounts. I train horses to be safe, relaxe
d and mannerly. Emphasis on balance, body control and body awareness helps the rider achieve harmony with his/her mount. Riders can use basic riding skills learned at Bramblewood to enjoy riding for recreation and exercise or to pursue a hobby or career in one of the various riding disciplines. Riders will learn how to work with themselves and the movement of the horse to develop subtle, stress free cooperation. My background includes certification from Meredith Manor, Linda Tellington-Jones' T.E.A.M., (body work for the horse) and Centered Riding instruction from Sally Swift herself. I've also studied "natural horsemanship" methods ala Monty Roberts, Richard Shrake, Pat Parelli.
