Head2Head Horsemanship

08/23/2024

This is what happens when owners do their homework! Theoden has been here for only a few days but is in saddle and figuring things out 😊
This pudgy guy hasn't had much exposure to bits, so he is figuring that out but not spooking and doesn't care about the saddle/rider. Now it's just a game of consistency.

08/20/2024

Theoden - Back again for a start under saddle!
A little heavy but here to get fit and start his equine partnership journey.
I had Theoden as a yearling and had started ground work and handling. This is me testing what he remembered. His owners had done their homework and kept up with his handling, which makes my job much easier 😊

07/16/2024

Wiiiide open spaces. Well... sort of. This is Fionas' first time riding in the arena. Now that we've gotten over the hump, she's becoming a real great partner.
Brave enough that I can start pushing her put and getting her moving 🙂☀️

07/15/2024

I can tell how exciting and fun this girl is going to be once she's confidently going. HOWEVER, we must NOT skip steps! No matter how tempting it is.
It's pushing time. Fiona will be hitting the arena and trails this week and expanding her riding world ☀️🫠 late night rides for us.

07/14/2024

Little round pen work, little pony on the trail. Good days for 🌧Rainmaker🌧😊

07/12/2024

Trying to figure out horses can be difficult.
So let's work with them instead of against them. Taking away added stressors from Rainmaker gave him the courage to let me on his back.
No pulling on his wither, no banging of the saddle, no flopping around.
Just me.
Hes totally ok with a saddle! But if things can be made easier, they should be 🙃

07/10/2024

Exposing to the trails!
It's hard enough riding a green horse through foreign trees, so I like to show them the trees first!
Taran is pretty regularly an english horse, jumping is what she does. But today she put on her business hat and brought Fiona out on the trails. I'm so proud of them both and how far they've come in their own ways

Be safe in this heat wave and think about your ponies when riding!

07/04/2024

Fiona and Rainmaker got some vet attention at Tanglefoot Vet Cranbrook today with a couple teeth floats with Dr. Steve!!
Dental care is extremely important for horses!
Fiona had a surprisingly large wolf tooth (that was extracted) and Rainmaker had the sharp edges taken down to make his mouth more comfortable!
It's very important to me as a trainer to make sure my students are feeling 100% before I blame anything else on their bad behaviors.
They'll get a couple days to recover and then back to work!

07/01/2024

Rainmaker! A 6 year old mustang in for a fresh start. When I tell you this guy is athletic and agile, I MEAN IT.
Quick as whip, spins on a dime, tons of leg action and can trot at least 32mph.
If you can see yourself and Rainmaker as a team, send me a PM!

07/01/2024

Here's a very boring but exciting clip of me on Fiona! She's really needed the time for slow, steady and consistent work. She is not quick to trust or forgive. But she'll make an AMAZING partner once you earn it 😊💚
I use vocal cues on timid horses like Fiona so direction change isn't so abrupt. She learns them while ground driving and they are carried over into saddle.

06/26/2024

SOLD in record time

Fiona - 4.5yr old Belgian/Canadian cross looking for a new address.
This girl would benefit from a calm, confident, experienced rider.
Started western but would excel in english as well.
Very light and quick with solid big feet and an athletic frame. If you think you're looking for a beautiful fresh bay send me a message. Would do best going straight to a home after her 60 days with me.
Mid-lower 4 digits.
Very open to reasonable offers with the right resume

06/21/2024

Trust the process
Don't push things
Build the trust 🙏🙏
Fiona is taking steps and building foundations.
I'm so proud of her for getting this far. Riding is next!

Music: King Of The Roads
Musician: Philip E Morris

06/17/2024

Fiona, first saddle. Taking things easy as this girl needs lots of trust building. She's never been asked to do something that wasn't on her terms. Building a partnership takes times.

06/09/2024

That first day bit feeling 🙈

06/09/2024

🤩🤩🤩
Lunging, surcincle, nice learning brain
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06/03/2024

It was supposed to be Sarah, but here we arw being agile!
Fiona is up and this girl is pretty nifty! She's a 3yr old CanadianXBelgian cross with big feet and a solid build. I'm excited to see where she gets and this girl will be looking for a new postal code!
Hit me up if you'd like more info! Price will increase with training 🙂

06/03/2024

Taran and I had a crazy busy 2 weekends. Now she's due for a much needed break and Fiona is up for training.
2nd place across the board in our Training Level Dressage Tests. Scoring an amazing 65% in level 2! We were only 1.3% away from first and 3.2% away from the high point!
If you've been following Tarans journey, you'll know how incredible that is 🙈😅
East Kootenay Equestrian Association puts on a great local show 💚💚

05/27/2024

Taking a minute to ride and compete on my girl. Last weekend was jumping and this weekend is dressage! Then back to training!!

The next kid up is Sarah. You may remember her from a couple years ago. She'll be back for a refresher and then looking for a new address 🙂 stay tuned!

05/15/2024

Come for a canter with me 🙂
Having control while on the trail in all gaits is an accomplishment of its own!

05/11/2024

Mental sweat. It's a thing

04/24/2024

This girl is AWESOME!!
Showing athleticism and reminding me why I loved her so much the first time.
Walk to canter, hip movement! Now that she's carrying herself better and using her back and butt we can really start asking for things!

04/23/2024

Sharita is back and training season has started!!
I forgot how much I liked this little mare. Some little sticky issues I plan on addressing but owner wanted to focus on body control and obstacles. Luckily, we have friends like Whiskey Creek Acres who have a fantastic course set up!
Let the fun and riding begin!!

04/14/2024

Started off the season with an eventing clinic put on by Riverview Training Centre and clinician Sara Sellmer.
Are we eventers? No. Was it worth it? Absolutely.
Not everything was gorgeous and we had some rocky bits (to say the least lol) but I'm super proud Taran and I accomplished something new! And jumped big things in a giant open field!!
Monday is the start of training horse #1 so stay tuned!

02/03/2024

Super grateful to have neighbours with facilities like this that we can ride at 🩵🙏 thanks to Wanda out at and for this candid video. This is Taran's first real ride in MONTHS. First time seeing this type of obstacle. First ride after her injury. AND it was a great ride :) Can't wait until SPRING!!

01/10/2024

So, perhaps an early spring isn't looking so feasible now... HOWEVER!
That's not stopping me from getting excited for this years spring time training line up!!!
It's too late to get in for a spring booking, but the nice months are long and early summer is still TONS of time to get booked in for training!!
Whether it's a refresh, a fresh start or some lessons or manners, hit me up! Building personalized training time for your horse is what I love best!

12/25/2023

Merry Christmas and happy holidays!
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12/09/2023

Spring 2024 spots are already being booked up! If you're hoping to have a early start with me then I highly recommend messaging to hold a spot!! :)

Send a message to learn more

05/30/2023

The decision is always hard. But when you follow your heart and your gut, the decision is always right.
I decided to sell my Saturn, as he wanted to be a good ol trail horse and I was looking for the moon.
When the messages come back like this, I can't help but be happy with my decision. This good boy has found an amazing partner and I love hearing how well they're doing together ❤️

05/20/2023

Get yourself a gal that can do both 🫢😏