Discover Your Path to Equine Excellence
Unlock a wealth of knowledge and practical tools with our exclusive collection of free resources. Designed to help you overcome challenges, achieve breakthroughs, and deepen your understanding of horse training, these freebies are your first step towards transforming your equestrian journey.
Discover Your Path to Equine Excellence
Unlock a wealth of knowledge and practical tools with our exclusive collection of free resources. Designed to help you overcome challenges, achieve breakthroughs, and deepen your understanding of horse training, these freebies are your first step towards transforming your equestrian journey.
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We have not one, but TWO courses launched in 2025 - Start Stop Steer and the Half Halt Blueprint and both come with a free training video and PDF - Yes that's right - IT's FREE!
Your journey into training sessions embedded in the sciences of Ethology and Learning Theory starts today!
Before you can ride an effective half halt, you must first master rhythm. Most riders skip straight to the half halt…
But without understanding the Four Corners of Rhythm, the half halt will always feel vague, inconsistent, or like you’re pulling and pushing at the same time.
This free guide (PDF + video) gives you the critical first piece of the half halt puzzle — the part almost nobody teaches, but every rider needs.
Inside, you’ll learn:
The Four Corners of Rhythm — faster, slower, longer, shorter
Why your horse must respond instantly and clearly to each one
How this one concept can transform what might be the ONE reason your half halts have been failing you and your horse.
Whether you’re new to the half halt or have been riding for years, this simple concept will completely change the way you feel and influence your horse’s rhythm.
Use it as your warm-up routine, your reset button when things feel messy, or as the foundation that finally makes the half halt make sense.
Before you ever ask for trot or canter—make sure your horse is truly with you at the walk.
This simple yet powerful arena-edge exercise does more than just warm your horse up: it builds focus, trust, and emotional regulation in the exact place where most problems begin — the edges.
Whether you're working with a young horse, a spooky horse, or just want a more connected start to every session, this free guide (PDF + video) walks you through:
How to safely and systematically introduce the arena edges
What to do if your horse gets spooky or nervous at the "scary end" of the arena
How this one exercise sets up success for everything that follows—turns, transitions, straightness, and more
Use it as your go-to pre-ride ritual or a breakthrough tool
for horses that get worried in new environments.
Trailer Loading Success Kit
Video: Learn essential groundwork to prepare your horse for trailer loading success, whether it’s their first time or they need a refresher.
PDF: 10 top tips for safe and effective trailer loading and travel.
Principles of Horse Training Starter Pack
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Video: Discover the power of shaping behaviors in horse training. Learn how breaking tasks into bite-sized steps creates smoother progress for both horse and rider.
PDF: The ISES First Principles of Horse Training explained, giving you the foundation to make ethical, science-based training decisions.
Working Equitation Essentials
Video: A step-by-step guide to safely introducing your horse to the pick-up pole, a crucial skill in Working Equitation.
PDF: Key insights into mastering Working Equitation basics and setting yourself up for competition success.
The Perfection of Park
Video: Learn how to teach your horse to "park" reliably, promoting relaxation, predictability, and a better partnership.
PDF: Top tips for achieving a perfect park and incorporating it into your daily training routine.
Why Choose Our Free Resources?
Proven Expertise:
These resources are created by Jody Hartstone, a leading practitioner in Equitation Science with decades of experience.
Science-Based Methods:
Each freebie is rooted in ethical, evidence-backed techniques designed to promote horse welfare.
Real-World Solutions:
Practical and actionable advice to solve real training problems and improve your relationship with your horse.
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Ready to take the first step? Each of these free resources is designed to give you a taste of the transformative power of our full courses. Sign up today to gain immediate access and start your journey toward equestrian excellence.
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