MBP Horsemanship

06/07/2019

SOLD TO A WONDERFUL HOME

On behalf of client

Snowdon Vale Mini Maestro

Maestro is a 12hh, 12yo gelding, Reg part welsh x ARP. Easy to handle in all ways. Currently coming back into work after a long spell and handling it all in his stride. With his previous owner this little guy has done it all, PC, showing, trail riding. Maestro would make a gorgeous leadline/show pony with his flashy looks. He will require a confident child rider to get him back into the swing of things but I've found he settles into routine very quickly and he is proving to be a kind and very willing pony who loves to be pampered

$4000neg

Perfect 2nd pony. No Beginners please.

Will only be sold to an experienced knowledgable home

Can currently be viewed in Geelong

14/04/2019

I have training positions available for May and June. This is purely for horses already under saddle but needing some extra training. Suitable for green horses, horses coming back in to work, horses needing further education and pre sale work.

Please contact me to book a place.

02/04/2019

This gorgeous WB girl is with me to be started under saddle. Her owner has done such a great job getting her used to wearing a saddle now it's my turn to get her moving out and confident. Working with her from my saddle horse helps to build her trust in new situations . She can get a little worried about new things so teaming her with a buddy horse helps her with her confidence.

22/03/2019

First ride for this gorgeous boy. He was so relaxed and handled everything so well. Very proud of his attitude towards all that was asked of him. Looking forward to seeing him develop under saddle

20/03/2019

Very good advice for those with young horses. 90 days onwards sets up such a great foundation and success

If we could only make this truth fully understood in the horse world, how much time and trouble would horses, buyers, owners and trainers save? Fewer horses would be mishandled, misunderstood and e…

19/03/2019

When there is no set agenda and this happens 😍 this gorgeous boy is here to be started under saddle. Second day in and this impromptu first "sit" happened. Banjo had a visit with me last year for some training and to set him up correctly for his future saddle career. His wonderful owner has continued with his training and now it's time to put it all into practise. When they have a great foundation, training is as I like it "uneventful" onwards and upwards for this boy

06/03/2019

Big ask for this boy to have his first trail ride ever in somewhat very ordinary weather conditions but I was very pleased the way he handled himself

21/02/2019

Love it when all the training starts to come together. Such a great feeling

04/02/2019

**March booked out**

Training places available for April/May

My aim is to help you create a lasting partnership with your horse. Using natural training to get results and develop a solid foundation to allow you to continue with your chosen discipline easily whilst having fun along the way.

I offer the following

Starting under saddle
Re-education
Coming back from a spell
On Selling
Problem solving
Groundwork
Youngstock handling
Lessons
Clinics
On going support

I only take a limited number of horses so I can be sure to give your horse the time they need

Pls don't hesitate to contact me to discuss

10/01/2019

**Have one spot available for march**

Training positions for February are filled. Now taking bookings for March/April.

Horses/ponies of all sizes welcome

08/01/2019

I have training spots available from February. If you have a horse being brought back into work, needing more education and exposure, sales prep or a horse needing starting please don't hesitate to contact me. I've spent the last 18mths attending clinics and improving the way I communicate with the horse. Over 30yrs of experience. No short cuts just quality horsemanship guaranteed. Located Drysdale Geelong

03/12/2018

As of 1st Feb 2019 I am excited to announce I am opening my doors again

After a 12mth break from taking in clients horses I've spent that time attending clinics and improving my horsemanship skills. I now feel that I am able to offer training of a higher quality than I did before therefore I will be opening my books and welcoming clients horses again. A few things have changed with my process so pls send me a message or call to discuss.

Services offered:
Retraining
Eduacting
Young horse handling
Starting under saddle
Problem solving
Lessons available
Clinics

Offering a gentle non forceful approach allowing the horses to take the time they need

I will only be taking in 2 horses at a time as I feel this gives me the time to attend to their specific needs

Pls message or call 0412810236 to discuss/book

I look forward to hearing from you and meeting your equine friends

31/08/2018

This is probably the most common habit riders have. There is absolutely no need to kick or squeeze with every stride to keep your horse moving. It is the riders job to set the gait and the horses job to stay there til asked otherwise. To ride a horse that has learnt to carry you happily and freely without a nagging leg should be the goal for every rider

Stop Kicking With Your Legs

https://dressagetraining.tv/dead-to-the-leg/

If you are having to kick just to 'keep going' what do you do when you want something more?? This article and video talks about a couple of solutions to help both rider and horse.

11/07/2018

It's getting to that time of year when our hairy friends need to become show ponies again 😂 so I am now offering clipping services (no sedation). Pls PM me for prices.

28/02/2018

What a great read explaining the difference in starting your horse in a halter Vs snaffle

Round Table Discussion with Martin Black, Buck Brannaman, and Bryan Neubert. This article originally appeared in issue #81 – Jan/Feb 2015 issue of Eclectic Horseman Magazine. Learn how to subscribe. Often people use either the snaffle bit or the hackamore when putting the first few rides on a c**t...

17/12/2017

Meilbra Park will be closed from this coming Friday til the end of January.

Starting February I will be offering my services only to horses needing re-training, furthering their education, being brought back in from a spell or just needing some miles put under them. At this stage I will not be offering to take horses needing to be started under saddle.

I wish all my clients, new and regular, a most wonderful Xmas and a safe and prosperous new year. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for all the support during 2017

20/08/2017

What a great day. Lots of laughs and gorgeous horses. Well done to everyone. It was especially nice to see owners out with their young horses exposing them to new things, great horses in the making. Everyone made wonderful progress with their horses.

Thank you to everyone for making this such a fun day out.

Looking forward to the next one

04/08/2017

04/08/2017

03/07/2017

I find this the hardest for owners to understand.....when to stop !!!

05/05/2017

Love this, the feet are first then the mind

“It’s the control of the feet through the mind that a person [should be] after. If you’ve missed that on the ground, [from] the start, why you’ve missed the part that means the most to the horse. The person should be focused on getting the best possible connection with the horse on the ground - through feel - if they want to have those parts of the horse available to them when they ride." - Bill Dorrance