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Total Horsemanship Natural Equipment Suppliers of Horsemanship Equipment and clinic host and organiser in the UK for Buck Brannaman, Mike Bridges and David Stuart Our range is ever expanding!

Our range includes quality rope products made from high quality yachting ropes including rope halters, lead ropes, rope reins, bridles, headstalls and bridle accessories, snaffle bits, training sticks and horsman's flags. We also offer books and DVDs by renowned horsemen including, Ray Hunt, Tom Dorrance, Buck Brannaman, Mike Bridges & Martin Black.

🪢🐎 Our rope products are available in a variety of colours, lengths, thicknesses and attachments. We can even make bespo...
24/02/2025

🪢🐎 Our rope products are available in a variety of colours, lengths, thicknesses and attachments. We can even make bespoke orders if you have something different in mind!

The rope is made from high quality Tuff Tack yachting braid on braid rope that is smooth and resistant to sweat and has a leather popper on the opposite end.

See our selection here 👇
https://totalhorsemanship.co.uk/collections/lead-ropes-lunge-ropes-lariat-ropes

We were being watched today as we were setting up the handling pens to vaccine. Eye spy with my little eyes! 🐑 🐑 🐑🐑🐑🫣
23/02/2025

We were being watched today as we were setting up the handling pens to vaccine. Eye spy with my little eyes! 🐑 🐑 🐑🐑🐑🫣

Februarys blog from David Stuart
22/02/2025

Februarys blog from David Stuart

We love this post by Joe Midgley Horsemanship
22/02/2025

We love this post by Joe Midgley Horsemanship

“Turn them out when they’re going good and they come back better” - Tom Dorrance
21/02/2025

“Turn them out when they’re going good and they come back better” - Tom Dorrance

🐎 Do you have a piece of horsemanship kit you just couldn't live without? Have you found a tool which you found upped y...
20/02/2025

🐎 Do you have a piece of horsemanship kit you just couldn't live without? Have you found a tool which you found upped your training? We'd love to know what bit of kit you love and why. Let us know in the comments! 👇

David Stuart 2025 UK dates 🇬🇧Contact Tina for more information or to book in - riders & spectators welcomeEmail👇infouk@d...
19/02/2025

David Stuart 2025 UK dates 🇬🇧

Contact Tina for more information or to book in - riders & spectators welcome
Email👇
[email protected]

🐎 4th August. Street Farm, Cumbria CA17 4LL - 5 days

🐎 9th August. Dudgeley Farm, Shropshire SY6 6LE - 5 days

🐎 15th August. Swallow Barn, Nottinghamshire NG25 0NS - 3 days

🐎 18th August. Private Clinic Oxfordshire

🐎 21st August. Cow Working, Sudbrooke, Lincolnshire LN2 2QZ - 2 days

🐎 23rd August. Sands Farm, Wiltshire SN10 4PY - 3 days

🐎 30th August. Private Clinic New Forest

🐎 2nd September. Private Clinic

🐎 5th September. Grants Farm, Somerset TA3 7QH - 3 days

To bring your horse or spectate contact Tina Griffen on [email protected]
or call: 07961 829900

“First, last and always, you have to have FORWARD in the horse” - Mike Bridges
17/02/2025

“First, last and always, you have to have FORWARD in the horse” - Mike Bridges

Haltering by Sally Brett - Horsemanship instructorMany people put a halter or headcollar on a horse by first inserting t...
16/02/2025

Haltering by Sally Brett - Horsemanship instructor

Many people put a halter or headcollar on a horse by first inserting the horse’s nose, then flipping the headpiece over behind the ears and fastening it. While this method isn’t necessarily wrong, it can lead to several issues. The horse’s nose is sensitive, and trying to halter it this way can be upsetting, causing the horse to attempt to leave before being haltered. Additionally, the horse may step back and easily remove its nose before the halter is fastened, or it may lift its head high, making it challenging to flip the headpiece over. Some horses may also be ear-shy and frightened by the flipping of the headpiece. In fact, this technique can lead to horses developing a fear of having their heads or ears handled due to the quick motion of grabbing the headpiece.

Instead, when I began learning about horsemanship, I was taught a different technique for haltering from the near side. I hold the halter and rope in my left hand and pass the headpiece to my right hand by 'hugging' the horse's neck. This allows me to position the halter around the horse's neck before sliding it up to its head, avoiding the need to 'flick and grab' the headpiece. If necessary, I can also keep my hands away from the horse's ears. Once the halter is in place, I gently place the horse's nose into the nosepiece before fastening it.

This approach feels safer and is more respectful for any horse. For feral or head-shy horses, this technique helps them to accept haltering without teaching them to evade it. As the horse becomes more familiar with being haltered, I can also encourage a slight bend in its neck towards me to make the process easier.

Throughout the whole process, I position the lead rope over my arm, folded but not wrapped or coiled, so it’s readily accessible. This allows me to keep both hands free while maintaining control. If needed, I can release the lead rope from the crook of my elbow directly into my hand by simply straightening my arm so that my hand is lower than my elbow.

Telescopic Flag 🚩 A handy horsemanship flag to keep in your pocket or tuck into your boot. Equally useful where storage ...
14/02/2025

Telescopic Flag 🚩 A handy horsemanship flag to keep in your pocket or tuck into your boot. Equally useful where storage space is tight like the back of a car! .

The telescopic extendable/retractable horse training stick and flag has been used for years by horsemanship trainers.

The telescopic flag collapses down to 10" and extends to 4ft. It's lightweight and fits neatly into a back pocket. The handle is soft grip and is green. The flag material is composed of a poly coated, rip-stop nylon and measures 18" x 20” and is reinforced with a brass eyelet where it attaches to the flag shaft. The flag material comes in a variety of colours.

The shaft can be extended so it is long enough to expose your horse to the movement and feel of the flag from a safe distance. Individual item weight is 70g making it lightweight and easy to handle.

Get yours today 👇

https://totalhorsemanship.co.uk/collections/horsemanship-flags-training-sticks/products/copy-of-telescopic-retractable-horsemans-pocket-flag

“When riding count cadence with your horses feet. Do this when you are out on the trail, it will help you with your feel...
11/02/2025

“When riding count cadence with your horses feet. Do this when you are out on the trail, it will help you with your feel and timing. It is a simple thing, but it will take discipline on your part.
If you can get to the feet then maybe you could get to the mind, then maybe you could help to get the horse to let down. Maybe it would help you with leads etc. Maybe you could do the same on the ground as well. Horses learn to control each other through how they move each others feet. So there is a lot to this. This is not about dominance, maybe it is about learning to dance with each other, have a conversation with each other.” - David Stuart

David Stuart 2025 UK dates 🇬🇧Contact Tina for more information or to book in - riders & spectators welcome👇infouk@davids...
10/02/2025

David Stuart 2025 UK dates 🇬🇧

Contact Tina for more information or to book in - riders & spectators welcome👇
[email protected]

Wish we could have been there in person! So pleased it went well 👍🙌
09/02/2025

Wish we could have been there in person! So pleased it went well 👍🙌

Why Use a Rope HalterThe rope halters are light and comfortable for the horse to wear, but because they are made of thin...
07/02/2025

Why Use a Rope Halter

The rope halters are light and comfortable for the horse to wear, but because they are made of thin rope, they are less comfortable for a horse to lean into. This helps to dissuade a horse from pushing into the pressure or pulling away from it. Pressure motivates a behaviour, but it’s the release that teaches.

The rope halter is a simple design with no leverage. So, the feel directed down the lead rope is the feel the horse receives, so you can be light in your signal or give more guidance as necessary. However, the method and feel used with a piece of equipment are more important than the tool used.

The fit of the halter is important to avoid discomfort or injury to the horse. The noseband should sit where a cavesson noseband of a traditional English bridle would sit, 2 finger width underneath the cheekbone.

As with everything that we do with our horses, we are looking to develop lightness throughout our communication. The lighter the lead rope attachment the ‘quieter’ the signal. It is what we should all be striving for.

The rope we use is specifically designed for horsemanship. Top clinicians use it for everyday use and groundwork. Our natural rope halters are expertly hand-tied using 6mm polyester marine double braid rope, with knots balanced in strategic places. The rope halters are made from high-quality yachting rope that offers the ultimate in softness and strength, making them ideal for natural horsemanship training.

We also supply halters used by Buck Brannaman, made by Double Diamond Halters. They are 6mm in diameter, have a nylon core, and a 16-strand nylon cover.

The first photograph shows the halter using double braid rope, and the second shows the nylon Double Diamond Halter.
Photographs by Tom Blockley Photographer

“You need to have a picture in your mind of what you want your horse to do” Ray Hunt
05/02/2025

“You need to have a picture in your mind of what you want your horse to do” Ray Hunt

04/02/2025

Another great article from Clare MacLeod MSc RNutr Independent Equine Nutritionist

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Merry Christmas everyone! Thank you to all my lovely customers for supporting Total Horsemanship Natural Equipment this year. Your support really does mean a lot. 🙏🏻 Love, Tina x

We have a very happy winner from today’s free raffle at Horsemanship Showcase - The Horsemanship Event of The Year, drawn by Joe Midgley Horsemanship. And we’re doing it all again tomorrow so don’t forget to stop by and enter!

LAST MINUTE RIDING PLACES AVAILABLE! DAVID STUART HORSEMANSHIP COW WORKING CLINIC Sudbrooke Park Cattle Company, Hallbrooke, West Drive, Sudbrooke, Lincoln LN2 2QZ Monday 2nd - Tuesday 3rd September 2024 We have a course that focuses on horsemanship and includes a cow working element, thus giving the horse a purpose. This means that participants will have the chance to learn about tracking cattle and working with them from the herd. This course is a perfect blend of principle and purpose. Riders will work through various exercises whilst working with cattle. Cow working involves similar skills and traits as other sports. Horses must be able to adjust their speed and agility when rating a cow, similar to navigating jumps in jumping competitions. They also need good weight distribution, impulsion, and athleticism – all while having a great time! email [email protected] #totalhorseman #naturalhorsemanship #naturalhorsemanshiptraining #horsemanship #horsesofinstagram

3 day David Stuart Horsemanship Clinic at Grants Farm, Churchstanton, Somerset TA3 7QH this next weekend Friday 30th August - Sunday 1st September. Only a couple of places left - book your place now! #totalhorseman #horsesofinstagram #naturalhorsemanship #naturalhorsemanshiptraining #horsemanship

Unsure how to tie your horsemanship halter? In this short video, horsemanship instructor Sally Brett shows how to tie the knot (known as a ‘sheet bend’) taking care not to put any fingers in any loops to avoid risk of injury should the horse pull away whilst tying. Have a check…..do you tie your knot correctly? Show us your knots!!! (And your lovely horses!! 🪢🐴🦄🐎

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Our range includes quality rope products made from high quality yachting ropes including rope halters, lead ropes, rope reins, bridles, headstalls and bridle accessories, snaffle bits, and horsman's flags. We also offer books and DVDs by renowned horsemen including, Ray Hunt, Tom Dorrance, Buck Brannaman, Mike Bridges and Martin Black.

Organise and host horsemanship clinics in the UK for Buck Brannaman, Mike Bridges and David Stuart.