20/09/2024
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Stefan Forsman horse training We are located in Vitulano, Italy. We wish you a warm welcome!
17/09/2024
Mature stallion parked in the arena, where a mare with baby are also free.
13/09/2024
"5 year old mare we are reschooling.
The mare lives outside. Perfectly calm horse outside and in the arena.
But once in the round pen, alone or with a person this is what happens.
STOP CHASING HORSES IN THE ROUND PEN!
It stress them, it psycologicly alienates them from the human in the center, brakes the trust in the human.
95% of people that now days work horses in a round pen, do it mechanically without knowing how to read a horse, and this is the result"
- by Stefan Forsman
10/09/2024
Remember that a horse is not born knowing where to put his feet.
Most of today's horses, that live in a stall and only go out on flat land, do not know "how to use" their feet.
You have to teach them, train them to be "feet smart" and you will have a safer and more harmonious horse!
- by Stefan Forsman
10/09/2024
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02/09/2024
2 mature stallions, we here at Horseman Forsman, recently began schooling. They are Quarter Horses. At least 1 of them, is looking for a good forever home.
This is the first time they are turned out together, so they can play.
17/08/2024
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25/07/2024
What is The Forsmanship Method all about?
The Forsmanship Method is a unique approach developed by Stefan Forsman over 40 years.
It's not just another horsemanship method!
I’m sure many of you who are reading this are already thinking: "Here we go, another one of those Horsemanship guys!
We need another one of them like I need a hole in my head!"
Because the methods, the systems, the gurus, the experts, the masters are popping up like mushrooms every day, so no wonder people are confused and disenchanted!
So what is The Forsmanship Method?
The word Forsmanship is a mix of Stefan Forsman's last name and the word horsemanship. But not the horsemanship we think of today. Here we are talking about a man; a man of horses, who for over 40 years has forged and honed his craft by training working horses for people who depend on their horses like we today depend on our smartphones!
Who is Stefan Forsman and why should I learn from him?
Stefan is first and foremost a true horseman: a man of horses, someone with a natural ability to understand horses in a way that most of us will never be able to, and a man with a vision: to make the world and the industry a better place for horses.
Why should anyone learn from Stefan Forsman?
Because his method is truly unique and applies to every horse and pony, regardless of their discipline or breed.
Don't be misled by Stefan's Western attire and tack.
He believes that: "a horse is a horse, and all horses speak the same language."
17/07/2024
Many of you wondered where I was traveling to, a couple of weeks ago.
Well, we did fly to Naples, Italy, and then travel to a little town close to Benevento, called Vitulano.
During our visit to Vitulano, as guests of Antonello and Valeria and their families, we had an amazing week.
We met wonderful people and horses, enjoyed some of the best food, and experienced the famous Italian hospitality. Which I highly recommend!
The views from the riding arena overlooking the entire valley were fantastic. Their training facility, West Mountain Ranch, is located in a national park. An interesting fact is that Camposauro, the mountain just above the ranch, is the historical location where the ancient Romans used to keep and breed their horses.
In addition to their ranch, Antonello and Valeria also own Ipposhop, a well-stocked Western and English tack store.
Both Antonello and Valeria are accomplished Western and English riders and can offer expert advice to help you and your horse find the best deals possible.
Ipposhop carries some of the best top-quality brands in both English and Western tack and ships all over the world, so do not hesitate to contact them for all your needs.
05/07/2024
Yet another airport. Waiting for a connecting flight.
I wonder how many airports I have seen in my life? Traveling all over the world, conducting horse clinics. Still love the teaching and the horses, but the traveling... Especially in today's world.
04/07/2024
Tomorrow Friday, I will once again be airborne. Off to one of the most beautiful countries in Europe.
Looking forward to meeting all the nice people, eating very good food, etc. Also meeting some nice horses.
30/06/2024
"Going down the fence"
Hard stop, at the beginning of the horse's schooling, under saddle. Then a rollback. Oldtimers like Dave Jones and others, called it set and turn. The great Monte Foreman, called it rollaway.
Later in the training, this will be done with a cow/heifer/steer/bull.
Riding circles and rolling the horse back on the fence, teaches the horse almost everything he/she needs to know.
It teaches the horse to circle, stay between the reins, to rate his speed, be soft and supple.
It also teaches the horse to get his butt in the ground, to stop hard, get his hind feet up under himself. It also makes the horse featherlight in the frontend.
It teaches the horse to collect, also to pick up the correct lead.
Later, when the horse is more proficient at the 180 degree turn, it is very easy to turn the horse 360 degrees. Called a spin.
Let's say the horse is facing north. He now shifts his weight to his hind feet, lifts his front feet off the ground, throws himself around. He is now facing south. His front feet did not touch the ground. He now throws himself around another 180 degrees, we now have a full 360, a spin.
We begin this exercise at a slow walk, at the very beginning, then later at a jog, slow trot. When the horse is proficient at that speed, we lope/canter, slow gallop.
We do NOT pull on the reins to make the horse stop. We double the horse. What doubling is will be a subject for later.
21/06/2024
"The Circle"
Many of us can agree that riding in circles in an arena is probably one of the most boring activities to do and watch, without a doubt! However, it is one of the most fundamental building blocks in training any horse. So, why is riding in circles so important?
Riding in circles teaches the horse to:
- Be calm
- Be balanced
- Rate speed
- Be attentive
- Be responsive
- Ride straight lines
- Save energy
- Collect itself
- Build muscle
- Develop patience
And much more.
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Mature stallion parked in the arena, where a mare with baby are also free.
"5 year old mare we are reschooling. The mare lives outside. Perfectly calm horse outside and in the arena. But once in the round pen, alone or with a person this is what happens. STOP CHASING HORSES IN THE ROUND PEN! It stress them, it psycologicly alienates them from the human in the center, brakes the trust in the human. 95% of people that now days work horses in a round pen, do it mechanically without knowing how to read a horse, and this is the result" - by Stefan Forsman
Remember that a horse is not born knowing where to put his feet. Most of today's horses, that live in a stall and only go out on flat land, do not know "how to use" their feet. You have to teach them, train them to be "feet smart" and you will have a safer and more harmonious horse! - by Stefan Forsman
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"The Circle" Many of us can agree that riding in circles in an arena is probably one of the most boring activities to do and watch, without a doubt! However, it is one of the most fundamental building blocks in training any horse. So, why is riding in circles so important? Riding in circles teaches the horse to: - Be calm - Be balanced - Rate speed - Be attentive - Be responsive - Ride straight lines - Save energy - Collect itself - Build muscle - Develop patience And much more.
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This exercise is crucial in the foundational training of a horse. By utilizing trees as obstacles, the horse is given a sense of purpose instead of just moving in circles within an arena. The abrupt changes of direction required in this exercise will make the horse more responsive to the rider's cues and ultimately improve its focus and calmness.
Desensitizing is a word commonly used in the context of horse training. It refers to a process by which a horse is taught to not overreact to stimuli in its environment. Unfortunately, some people have taken issue with this term, perhaps due to a misunderstanding of what it means. It is important to remember that horses are prey animals with a very quick reaction time. Desensitizing helps horses learn to use the thinking side of their brain and not overreact to things that happen around them. However, desensitizing should only be done by experienced trainers who can read the horse's behavior and know when to stop or change the process to avoid overwhelming the horse (flooding). If an inexperienced person attempted to desensitize horses it can end up causing more harm than good. Therefore, it is paramount to have a proper understanding of horse’s behavior and to work with a qualified trainer to ensure the safety and well-being of the horse. Desensitization is a process that also helps establish trust between a horse and its trainer. When a horse is desensitized, it learns to rely on the trainer and sees the trainer as a leader who will never put him in harm's way. This is similar to how horses trust and follow their herd leader. In this video, the horse remains calm and relaxed, willingly staying in place. The goal of desensitization has been accomplished, as the horse is now using the thinking side of its brain and is aware that the plastic poses no harm. Therefore, the plastic is not a cause for concern. Desensitization is just one aspect of establishing a trustworthy partnership with your horse. Therefore, it is important not to solely focus on this aspect, but instead focus on the whole picture. Each piece of the puzzle is equally important, and if not executed correctly, it can compromise the final result. Achieving a strong partnership with your horse requires dedication, persistence, and consistency in your work and actions.
Making your horse walk with a purpose it's a great exercise and can teach a lot of things. Click on the video below
PRACTICAL SKILLS : teach a horse to stand still and relax, no matter who, what or where. Mares, stallions, geldings: it doesn't matter, this is possible!
THE BASICS OF HORSE HANDLING. How many times a day, a week, a month, a year do we do this simple thing that is: go get the horse and put the halter on. But are we really sure that we do it correctly? Do we really use the correct body language? Does the horse really understand what we want? Click on the video to find out more and why.
Did you know that you can build a relationship with your horse, that is so strong and so trusting that he will follow you like this, no matter where you go and no matter if it is a mare, a stallion, or a gelding? 🔶 If you like to learn how to do it contact us. 🔶 We are available for private lessons. 🔶 At our location or your stables.
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