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Saturday, December 31, 2011
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Thursday, December 29, 2011
Apollo jumps in a halter w/reins attached
Loretta
the natural horseman
clear communication/visible results
Saturday, December 24, 2011
Friday, December 16, 2011
Leadline Class @ Frying Pan 12/10/11
Loretta
the natural horseman
clear communication/visible results
Thursday, December 15, 2011
Friday, December 9, 2011
Did you know?
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Mounting 101
~ The Physics of Mounting ~
WRITTEN BY: Cheryl Sutor [July 15, 2000]
When you are mounting your horse, you create a certain amount of energy in order for your body
weight to step up against gravity. This energy pushes down on the stirrup and the force pulls the
saddle toward the rider. The twisting action of the saddle being pulled down toward the rider becomes
increasingly uncomfortable should the rider be heavy or tall. For heavy or tall riders, more energy
is needed to lift yourself, thus creating more twisting action on the saddle. In addition, if you are
mounting from the ground, up to double the energy is needed.
If you take a look at the way a horse's body is designed, you will see that it is much, much easier
to tip a horse over sideways, than to roll him end-over-end. You'll also notice that a horse's balance
is much better when he is in motion (similar to a motorcyclist). Mounting from the horse's side while
the horse is standing still makes it makes the mounting process more difficult and more uncomfortable
for the horse than other mounting practices. However, this type of mounting is traditional, and easier
for the rider.
When pressure is placed in the stirrup, the horse's weight naturally shifts towards the rider. When the
rider stands farther from the horse's body while mounting, it exerts much more twisting pressure on the
horse's back. This places more weight on the horse's left side, than on his right, unbalancing him and
making him uncomfortable. Most riders gather their reins to stop the horse from walking forward or from
extending and/or swinging his neck. These natural balancing acts are what helps a horse tolerate the
mounting process. To complicate the process more, when the rider swings his/her leg over the horse's
back, it shifts the horse's weight to the right to counteract the energy of your body weight swinging
over the horse's back.
As you can see here, it not natural at all for the horse to want to stand still for the mounting process.
Horses that stand still for mounting, are either trained extremely well in that area to tolerate the discomfort,
or they have a rider who understands the physics of mounting and uses that information to mount
her horse in the most comfortable and balanced way possible.
To learn what you can do to make the mounting process easier on your horse, view this article:
Mounting 102: Improve Your Mounting
To learn how to find the source your horse's mounting misbehaviors, view this article:
Mounting 103: Misbehaviors While Mounting
All content on this website is Copyrighted © 1997-2002, Cheryl McNamee-Sutor,
unless otherwise noted on individual pages or images on this site. All Rights Reserved.
This article was published on: July 15, 2000. Last updated on: July 15, 2000.
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Monday, December 5, 2011
Sunday, December 4, 2011
Thursday, November 24, 2011
Wednesday, November 16, 2011
Addendum to policies
Cancellation and Make-Up Policies
*Cancellation/make-up exceptions may be granted in the case of a medical illness or other extenuating circumstances. Decisions regarding this are at the sole discretion of the trainer.
Sat/Sun students must cancel within 48 hours
M-F students must cancel within 24 hours
If lesson is not canceled within 24-48 hours of the scheduled session, the full amount of the lesson is due.*
Make-up lessons within the same week are available, but not guaranteed and are only accepted when the cancellation policy has been followed.
ANY lesson canceled by 20/20 Horsemanship will be rescheduled.
Payment plans and policies:
Private Lessons 1 hr $90
Semi Private 1 hr $65/ea
Semi Private siblings $60ea
Private 1 hr lessons $90 pay-as-you-go
ALL Pay as you go customers are asked to provide a deposit equal to one lesson beginning Nov 15, 2011. This will be used if the scheduled lesson is missed and not canceled within the policy guidelines. If this never happens the credit will be applied to your last lesson.
4 private lessons
$340 Paid in Advance
8 private lessons
$660 Paid in Advance
12 private lessons
$936 Paid in Advance
Refunds Are NOT given for prepaid lessons.
fine print: To my loyal customers, blog readers and face book followers, please forgive me for beating this issue to death. I have been given reason to ensure I get these points across. Thank you.
Loretta the natural horseman clear communication/visible results
Monday, November 14, 2011
Lovely Day
Great lessons this afternoon! Started with a trail ride, ran into a friend. Ended with Astro jumping 2ft clean and smooth! He even cantered over 15 inches! And, the lights on the back of the house are enough to keep the arena lit! :O)
Loretta
the natural horseman
clear communication/visible results
Loretta
the natural horseman
clear communication/visible results
Saturday, October 29, 2011
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Wednesday, October 26, 2011
Fall Newsletter and Openings
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Loretta the natural horseman clear communication/visible results
Monday, October 24, 2011
Pricing
Just a side note, the new rates will not effect all current students at this time.
I will be printing info to give to all clients.
These rates are effective for all new clients.
Loretta
Loretta the natural horseman clear communication/visible results
I will be printing info to give to all clients.
These rates are effective for all new clients.
Loretta
Loretta the natural horseman clear communication/visible results
The Naturally Safe Horsemanship Program!
Naturally Safe Horsemanship Program and Pony Pals!
All
students are now rolled over into the new program. The trial was so successful and the students
love it! Originally, this program was
intended for the more dedicated student who sees themselves owning or leasing a
horse in their future. What I discovered
was that ALL of my students fit this criteria.
My turnover rate is very low and they all share an equine passion!
The
session lasts for 12 weeks. Skills are
taught systematically. There is a quiz and demonstration of skills at the
last lesson. If you pass the quiz you may move up into the next program.
Package
includes: A book for each 12 week
session, a helmet cover to designate your level, weekly activities for home to
enhance your knowledge and skills, online membership to the Jr. Horseman
website, a packet with info about the program, and more!
Look
for: Special sessions at little or no
extra cost, trail rides, shows, opportunity to learn how to train horses,
opportunities for working students and more!
Fees:
One hour private horsemanship lesson
with Loretta's horse or pony: $90.00
Siblings (2)
one hour lesson $110
Semi-Private
one hour lesson $60
Packages for private one
hour lessons: Packages
for siblings:
4
lessons $350 4
lessons $435
8
lessons
$680 8
lessons $840
12 lessons
$960 (saving $120!) 12
lessons $1,210
(saving $110!)
Horse Training:
One hour natural
horsemanship training session at your barn: $75.00
A travel fee for barn calls
may apply.
Introductory 60 minute lessons for
beginners of all ages (unmounted): $80
Introductory 90
minute lesson (includes mounted time): $130.00
Initial evaluation of new student abilities one hour: $100
Loretta the natural horseman clear communication/visible results
Thursday, October 20, 2011
Apollo's amazing ability
So, Stryker was defending the feed room door territory and making sure the ponies knew that was HIS spot now. Apollo and Piero were running around together, right next to each other. I scooped up their food, walked out the door to give it to them, and......Apollo was not there! He was on the OTHER side of the paddock in the field. OMG. Didn't someone say he was afraid of jumping? That fence is 4 feet high!
Loretta the natural horseman clear communication/visible results
Loretta the natural horseman clear communication/visible results
Wednesday, October 19, 2011
Friday, October 14, 2011
Apollo and Loretta sharing Territory
Loretta the natural horseman clear communication/visible results
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
Use hands last
Amplify’d from downunderhorsemanship.com
Training Tip of the Week:
Sit before you pull.
Anytime you want your horse to come to a stop, you should sit down deep in the saddle and relax. It’s what I call, "Sit before you pull." For example, if you’re trotting and want the horse to walk, you should post to the trot and then sit two or three strides before asking him to stop. If you sit before you pull you’re giving the horse a pre-signal of what is going to happen. With repetition, he’ll start reading your body language and realize when you sit down and relax, he should come down to a stop even before you pick up on the rein and flex him.
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Monday, October 3, 2011
A Magical Dance with my horses
When I told Carolyn Resnick about my experience after leading Scottie from behind, her comment was:
"You were in a social dance, how exciting. This is wonderful. You were very lucky."
Yippee!
So, here's what happened. I went out to Share Territory with Scottie. Instead of taking him to the arena like we have been, I stayed in his paddock with him, Gem and Astro. I read for a while and thought about the things Carolyn and I discussed in our last call together. She mentioned that next for Scottie was leading from behind and the 5 piles of hay exercise.
I got up, got my reed, and went over to Scottie. I was behind and to the side of him. I swished my arm asking him to move. He moved off forward, and I followed. Soon, he began to lead Gem from behind. Within moments Gem began leading Astro. We formed a large circle. Me, Scottie, Gem & Astro. All walking round and round. We were like a live merry go round. When I realized this was happening I felt pure joy inside of me. My Reiki was flowing and it was truly a very special moment. I asked Carolyn if it had a meaning, and the statement above was her response to me.
Loretta
the natural horseman
clear communication/visible results
"You were in a social dance, how exciting. This is wonderful. You were very lucky."
Yippee!
So, here's what happened. I went out to Share Territory with Scottie. Instead of taking him to the arena like we have been, I stayed in his paddock with him, Gem and Astro. I read for a while and thought about the things Carolyn and I discussed in our last call together. She mentioned that next for Scottie was leading from behind and the 5 piles of hay exercise.
I got up, got my reed, and went over to Scottie. I was behind and to the side of him. I swished my arm asking him to move. He moved off forward, and I followed. Soon, he began to lead Gem from behind. Within moments Gem began leading Astro. We formed a large circle. Me, Scottie, Gem & Astro. All walking round and round. We were like a live merry go round. When I realized this was happening I felt pure joy inside of me. My Reiki was flowing and it was truly a very special moment. I asked Carolyn if it had a meaning, and the statement above was her response to me.
Loretta
the natural horseman
clear communication/visible results
Thursday, September 22, 2011
Posting the trot
Please read through the Q & A on the site linked to this article at about.com. It will help you to understand the 'diagonal'.
Amplify’d from horses.about.com
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