our unique approach to training can help make your equestrian dreams come true!
FoundationStarting horses is our favorite!
We teach all horses bridle and leg cues on the ground FIRST making the transition to saddle work less stressful for horse and rider alike! |
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To learn more about each of these offerings, read on!
We believe that one size definitely does not fit all, especially when learning is involved. Our training program starts with a thorough evaluation of the horse: what they know, how they learn, what pieces of the puzzle might be missing, and builds from there. This thorough approach increases the horses confidence, thereby increasing confidence in the rider as well!
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FoundationYou may be used to using the term "Colt Starting" but at De Frates Horsemanship, we will 'start' your horse regardless of their gender because we believe that every horse has the right to great foundation ;)
We build solid foundations though hard work, lots of patience, and the Lyons Conditioned Response Method, which we have found to be the most effective way to train, while still being both fair and safe for horse and rider. A safe start means less stress and better results! Rest assured, you won't find any gimmicks or ruff stuff here. |
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We believe in letting young bodies and minds develop before adding the stress of training and a rider into their lives. To give the young horse the best chance at a LONG, successful career, we do not start horses younger than 3 years of age, and we are well known for starting older horses that other trainers have given up on. In addition, all our Foundation packages are a minimum of 60 days, with 90 days highly recommended, to ensure your horses fundamental skills are solid and your new mount is confident under saddle. We treat your horse as if it were one of our own, and our horses are our children. Best of all, all of our Foundation packages include lessons so you can be a part of your horse's progress.
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Performance
No matter what discipline you enjoy, we can help your horse advance their skills to get you to the next level. Side passing to sorting, jumping or spins, we have decades of experience in a variety of sports that allows us to diagnose the critical elements your horse needs to develop so you both can level up.
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RefreshWe've all heard the saying that, "Practice makes Perfect," and that saying goes double for horses. Sometimes events beyond our control prevent us from helping our horses 'practice' as much as they need. Injuries, travel, work, or just regular life, get in the way of us being able to regularly exercise our equine partners, and when too much time off happens, having expert help to get your horse back in the the swing of things will prevent bad behavior and reduce the risk of injury. A refresh will also help get a horse that is no longer a fit for you get ready to put their best hoof forward as they find their next home.
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