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Michelle has been an avid horsewoman for over 40+ years and started her experience with horses through her local Pony Club chapter.  Her younger years were spent riding through Glenmore Park and the Weasel Head valley in Calgary, AB with her fellow equestrians when not competing in show jumping, dressage, three-day eventing, and competitive trail riding. 

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Michelle continues expanding her horsemanship knowledge through various equestrian educational programs both online and in person with a focus on:

• anatomy fundamentals of the horse,

• equine behaviours and natural instincts,

• horse and human relationships through connection,

• equine body/energy and nerve release work,

• riding and training horses from a healthy perspective,

• correct saddle fitting techniques,

• barefoot trimming 

 

Michelle is a Registered Coach with Equine Canada, lessons with her students are structured to align with the philosophy that Horsemanship is the modern approach to horse training which relies on understanding the horses natural instincts and behaviours with an emphasis on building a partnership with the horse based on trust, respect, and understanding. It focuses on clear communication and positive reinforcement promoting the horse's physical and emotional wellbeing, encouraging the horse to willingly participate in training and work with their human partner. Overall, true horsemanship values the horse as a sentient being with their own needs and personality rather than as a tool or object to be controlled.

 

Michelle coaches students from ages 4 and up, with no or little horse experience, horsemanship knowledge from the ground.  From learning barn etiquette, the language of the horse, how to catch, lead, groom, move the horse, tack/untack, proper riding apparel and mount/dismount and more, her students gain hands on knowledge, experience and confidence working with the horse in preparation for riding.

 

Sign up with Michelle in the "Lessons From The Heart" program offered exclusively at Mission Acres equestrian facility, located near Cochrane, AB.

 

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Start your horsemanship journey today!

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