Get good with horses

02/09/2024

30/08/2024

🎙️Nr. 54 - 𝐇𝐨𝐫𝐬𝐞’𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐟𝐞𝐞𝐥 𝐫𝐮𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐝 𝐨𝐫 𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐦𝐬𝐲

If you think you are frustrated, imagine how your horse feels?

Feeling rushed or clumsy around your horse?

Please listen in because sometimes it only takes a few changes in our every-day general skills or a shift in our mindset to resolve things.

I also share some stories and situations to highlight how to resolve it 🐴✨🫶

See comments for link ✨

29/08/2024

🎁 September nominations are now open...

Congratulations to Rachel our August 2024 winner - yipee!
(Raffled a day early coz tomorrow I am on the road).

The winnner get's unlimited access to my Online Training Academy (home-study platform).

Names that did not win will carry over to the next month.
Just so you know, only one name per person will be added to the pot.

You got nothing to lose, and quite possibly something very nice to gain - next draw date is: 27 September 2024.

To enter, leave a comment here OR click on the link to get entered:
https://www.getgoodwithhorsescourses.com/contact-information/

Happy horsing,
Zoë ❤

23/08/2024

✨🎙️𝑮𝒓𝒐𝒖𝒏𝒅 𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒕𝒓𝒐𝒍 𝒕𝒐 𝒎𝒂𝒋𝒐𝒓 𝒉𝒐𝒓𝒔𝒆

The revolution of groundwork began about 25 years ago where it had kind of disappeared from public knowledge for many years and then thanks to handful of people, dotted around the world, it came back.

In this ep. I share with you some stories of my own struggles whilst also being a part of this phenomenon to bring groundwork back, and do things a bit different all in the name of the horse
🫶✨🐴

Link in comments:

16/08/2024

16/08/2024

🎉 Happy 1st Anniversary to the Podcast! 🎉

Can you believe it’s been a whole year of amazing episodes?

Tune in to celebrate with me where I share what you can study with me, for free already + there’s a special giveaway too.

I also share with you my upcoming plans at Horse Event where the lovely Suzanne & Christel will join me for the live lessons ✨

Don’t miss out!
Deadline for giveaway entries is:
July 6 September 2024 🐴✨🫶

15/08/2024

👑 My king Lenny has been incredibly patient and the best partner while helping me film various content for my online training platform these past months.

In September, I’ll be launching three new products, and Lenny had to stand quietly and patiently through much of it to support me.

He never lets me down, thanks to my knowledge, experience, and my commitment to understanding horses as the amazing beings they truly are.

Thank you, my boy. I love you ❤️

14/08/2024

Starting or restarting young horses can be one of the most beautiful and rewarding experiences and for both parties ✨

✅Buckfree? Yes
✅Bitless? Yes
✅Barefoot? Yes
✅Zero tie-downs? Yes
✅No gadgets? Yes
✅Drug free? Yes
✅Stress free? Yes
✅Safe? Yes

Thank you for the trust Anouk, am excited for you both 🐴✨🫶

13/08/2024

“One of the risks of being quiet is that the other people can fill your silence with their own interpretation:
You’re bored.
You’re depressed.
You’re shy.
You’re stuck up.
You’re judgemental.
When others can’t read us, they write their own story—not always one we choose or that’s true to who we are.”
― Sophia Dembling ✨

For this shoot, Lenny was groomed to look beautiful using Excellent Horse products 🐴✨🫶

09/08/2024

✨🎙️51. Relaxation should be priority

When we prioritize relaxation, even when our horses are already calm, we build trust and earn extra points in their minds.

This way, when we need to ask for relaxation in challenging moments, they'll be more likely to believe us.

Tune in to learn why making relaxation a habit can transform your connection with your horse 🐴✨ 🫶

https://www.getgoodwithhorsescourses.com/podcast/

02/08/2024

🎙️When someone knows what they want, works hard for it, does not compare themselves to others, evolves over time and stands firm in their self beliefs - they have my full attention.

If you don’t know her already then please meet Bianca Schoenmakers Equestrian - an idol to me of whom now I can also call a friend.

Come have a listen.

Link to episode in the comments:

26/07/2024

🎁 August nominations are now open...

Congratulations to Nancy Bellekom - our July 2024 winner - yay!

The prize is to WIN unlimited access to my Online Training Academy (home-study platform).

Names that did not win will carry over to the next month.

Just so you know, only one name per person will be added to the pot.

You got nothing to lose, and quite possibly something very nice to gain - next draw date is: 30 August 2024.

To enter, leave a comment here OR click on the link to get entered:

https://www.getgoodwithhorsescourses.com/contact-information/

Happy horsing,
Zoë ❤

26/07/2024

In my world of horse training we 'start' horses, we do not break them.

In many cases (not all) - 'to break-in a horse' pretty much does what its says, it breaks them.

Starting horses is a process, one of which takes time so it becomes a permanent and beautiful thing.

In this episode I share with you a bit about my young horse starting process and what some people can expect when the young horse starts to figure out their new life under saddle.

Link in comments.

🐴✨🫶

26/07/2024

A few days ago, I made two posts on my Facebook profile page about the actions of Charlotte Dujardin.
I deleted them.

Why?

Back in the day, they burned witches and those who were indifferent, at the stake.
It was a cruel way to die; imagine the screams.
It seems those days are still here, just in another form.

It felt wrong.
I do not like to condemn.
I want to embrace possible and positive outcomes from s**t situations.

I felt like I was burning someone to a slow, painful death, and that’s not who I am.
I also found myself to be temporarily what I fear the most: a keyboard warrior, stake-burning bitch.

She has made a massive error, yes.
But in hindsight, I think rather than subject her to permanent psychological depression, we can turn the stakes, put out the flames, and use it to our advantage.
We can use it to improve the sports and create a better education system.

I don’t doubt CD feels like absolute s**t right now.
Her actions alone are her own punishment.

Who knows, maybe we can be thankful; a handful of horses that would have been subjected to that way of training now and in the future will not be and because of it.

Back in ‘98, I remember reading the newspapers and watching the news about how one lovely David Beckham was completely slammed for having apparently lost the World Cup. An international hero was suddenly treated like the devil himself.

I also remember a year or two later still reading and seeing abuse after abuse towards this man. I often wondered about his mental health and what he did to deserve such cruel opposition.

Note to remember: there are actual murderers and rapists who received little if any hate compared to CD and DB.

Let’s get one thing clear: I do not condone CD’s actions.
What hurts the most is that I am NOT surprised, and that is the REAL shame here.

I also know I am no angel. I have made errors of judgment, have been too hard, and also too soft with horses.
Yes, soft can also be cruel.
But I have and do continue to learn from it.

Let’s help CD and others alike learn too.

There is a constant fear of what to post on social media because apparently, even if you do everything right, someone is gonna find what is not right too.

Cancel culture is cruel.
Maybe save it for the world leaders who bomb the innocents or something like that.

Let’s give this woman a chance to make amends and use it to help the horses rather than push her and it away.

Personally, I stopped watching and listening to the news some 7-8 years ago. I have not read a newspaper or bulletin for almost 20 years.
I believe it is important to have control over at least part of the information our brains receive for good health and mindset.
If it’s all bad, that’s what you are living. Your brain knows no different.
You gotta feed it good s**t too.

It’s the same with this situation; for now, and until the story turns towards possible solutions, I’m not interested.

I know what I know. I also know what I do not need to know. And I will know what I need to know when the time is right.

The Olympics have begun.
Oh my, the stakes are lit.
Yes, it’s a s**t show, but NOT all!

Where are the praises for the ones working hard to do it right?
Oh yeah I forgot, they get slammed too.

Come on, let’s find solutions to better improve and educate those who do not know better.

Better still, find a way to educate those who DO NOT want to be educated.

That’s the real mission here.

Peace out, Zoë ✌️

25/07/2024

How cool is that! 💃

From that weekend, how to do the lessons at home will be available in my free online training platform 😃

Proud to be sponsored by Excellent Horse and Freedom Riding Articles - FRA 🐴✨🫶

19/07/2024

✨ No one is better suited to building your life than you.

Remember, don’t let anyone keep you in a box due to their limiting beliefs, or those beliefs may soon become yours.

Break free. Seek guidance from those who walk their talk, get inspired, and go the extra mile.

There is only one you, and at the end of the day, you are all you’ve really got.

Your best self can’t wait to meet you.

🎙️ In my latest podcast I talk about finding you special sauce.

Why not have a listen, horse person or not. It might just be what you needed to hear today
🐴✨🫶

📸 Taken by Felicia Heres Photography
🐴 Zoë neck-rein by Freedom Riding Articles - FRA

15/07/2024

Never been called a master before, sounds nice!
Thank you Felicia ❤️❤️❤️

Promotional fotoshoot for the new ZOE bridle by F.R.A. Created by my friend and trainer Zoe Coade - a master in natural horsemanship and liberty training!

12/07/2024

🎙️47. Uncertainty in training

Everybody and I mean, everybody, at some point feels uncertain.

That's just the way it is and rightly so.

There is far too much we can learn about horses so I hope my podcast helps to alleviate uncertainties by having the knowledge that it is a natural part of the process 🐴✨🫶

11/07/2024

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ This weeks GGWH product shoutout is intangible and is available FREE FOR YOU from Monday 15 July 2024.

In this 10-day challenge I share various insights of mindfulness you can use around horses which for many could be a game changer.

I can tell you, I have not, and am not, always mindful to myself, still some lessons to be learned there...

However, and like I have always said, our problems are none of our horses (or animals) business, so what I do have is awareness, and awareness IS mindfulness.

In this collection of 11 videos I share with you from experience different ideas and tools to do each day.
The challenge includes breath and energy work and tools for grounding, self awareness (and forgiveness) and being more present.

It does not have to be complete in 10 consecutive days but ideally as close together as possible.

If you like the sound of that, why not get yourself a free account in the link below.
Remember, you can always close the account if you change your mind.

For those that have an account, that's super great and I hope you enjoy,
Zoë

https://www.getgoodwithhorsescourses.com/get-good-with-me-for-free/

05/07/2024

🌟 Excited for the Future! 🌟

As a horse professional, instructor and coach I can't help but feel incredibly optimistic about what lies ahead!

My journey this past 17 years teaching has been amazing so far, filled with learning, growth, and unforgettable moments 🐴

Every day brings new opportunities where I am so grateful to have the support of my husband, family, friends, dedicated students and sponsors.

Here's to embracing new challenges where the best is yet to come! 🥳🚀

05/07/2024

Can you believe we're already at episode 46? 🎉

Time flies when you're having fun with gee gees!!
Join me in this latest episode where I chat about 'doing the best with what you've got' – because let's face it, who hasn't had to make lemonade out of life’s lemons at the barn sometimes? 🍋🐴😄

Why not give your ears (and brain) a treat, and listen via the link OR via your fav podcast app ♥

https://www.getgoodwithhorsescourses.com/podcast/

04/07/2024

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ This weeks GGWH product shoutout goes to the Excellent Sunblock Cream.

A great sunscreen for you AND your horse.

Can't say we have had too much 'obvious' sun here yet, but protection from rays sneaking through the clouds can be just as important!

♥ Smooth cream
♥ Not sticky
♥ 150 ml screw top pot
♥ Water and perspiration resistant.
♥ Factor 30+
♥ Effective up to 24 hours

03/07/2024

Are you heading to Horse Event this year?
If so, check out this super nice giveaway ✨🏆🐴

02/07/2024

Horse Event Pro - ⭐️ 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐑 𝐒𝐄𝐀𝐑𝐂𝐇 ⭐️

So exciting....🥳

𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐢𝐭 𝐛𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮?
We are looking for 1 or 2 horse human combinations who would like to learn one, or both subjects ideally on both days (please see below).

Horse Event is an incredibly popular outing with thousands of spectators flooding through the doors on both days!
Therefore, and to set both myself and the horse/human combination up for success we have some criteria as follows:

⭐️ 𝐇𝐨𝐫𝐬𝐞:
At least 8 years old and working under saddle, seasoned traveler, has the character and education to handle a potentially busy place, is known well to the human, is fit, healthy, has good hoof condition and has annual care such as dentist etc.

⭐️ 𝐇𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐧:
At least 19 years old, knows the horse well, has at least 3 years’ experience owning/taking care of a horse privately, is open to learning, likes to be in the spotlight and does not mind the entire experience being shared across various social platforms (reels and stories).

Depending on the interest and suitability we can discuss the plan of action in closer detail during the screening process where I will reach out to you in the coming weeks.

For me, what is most important, is that the time spent is fun, and the horse’s needs are well taken care of.

A stable can be provided on location.

The live lesson description and times are as follows:

⚜️𝐓𝐄𝐀𝐂𝐇 𝐘𝐎𝐔𝐑 𝐇𝐎𝐑𝐒𝐄 𝐓𝐎 𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐊 𝐀𝐓 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐌𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐁𝐋𝐎𝐂𝐊
I will share with you step-by-step how to teach your horse to park-in and stand patiently at the mountain block. I will also share troubleshoots and how to stay safe during the training process.

Saturday - 11:35 to 11:55
Sunday – 14:15 to 14:35

⚜️𝐓𝐄𝐀𝐂𝐇 𝐘𝐎𝐔𝐑 𝐇𝐎𝐑𝐒𝐄 𝐘𝐎𝐆𝐀 (𝐁𝐀𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐂𝐄 𝐓𝐎 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐇𝐈𝐍𝐃𝐐𝐔𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐒)
From the ground I will share a simple exercise how to teach a horse to rock its weight from the forehand to the hindquarters. This exercise teaches them to engage their core, bend the bigger joints and seek lightness in aids. If possible, also how to transfer it to the saddle where it can be used for support and communication in motion.

Saturday - 12:15 to 12:35
Sunday – 15:35 to 15:55

➡️ 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐝?
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01/07/2024

🎁 July nominations are now open...

WIN unlimited access to my Online Training Platform (home-study)

You can enter yourself and your friends - names that did not win will carry over to the next month.

Just so you know, only one name per person will be added to the draw.

You got nothing to lose and quite possibly something very nice to gain - next draw date is: 26 July 2024

To enter, leave a comment here OR click on the link to get entered:
https://www.getgoodwithhorsescourses.com/contact-information/

Happy horsing,
Zoë ❤

26/06/2024

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ This weeks GGWH product shoutout goes to Excellent Horse's Hi Gloss Shampoo bar's.

I love these little compact treasures and I will share with you that I have actually used the Lavender bar myself to shower on my travels.

Available in 8 delicious scents it is a great alternative to the old fashioned plastic bottles contributing to a healthier planet.

💜Lavender
🩷Tea Tree
💚Aloe Vera
💛Citroen
🩵Eucalyptus
🩷Rose
💚Apple
🧡Propolis

Further info:
▪️Contain no water, only ingredients
▪️1 x shampoo saves the planet from 3 x plastic bottles
▪️pH-neutral (does not sting eyes)
▪️Biodegradable
▪️Vegan and not tested on animals
▪️Without SLS and parabens

In addition you can purchase the foaming bag which helps to create freshly scented foam where the net also works as a practical scrubber.