The Steady Steed Project is a volunteer project of passion. We have an incredible passion for horses, and our goal is simple! I was self taught and enthusiastic!
We actively strive to RRR (rescue, retrain and rehome). My family history is not tied to horses. In generations past, no one in my family has owned a horse, so my mother is unsure where my infatuation began. She remembers when I was 2 and saw a horse for the first time, recalling an immediate attachment and potential obsession - well, the rest is history. Horses have been a driving force, and I've
always done what I must to keep them a part of my life. I was always that little girl begging for a horse for Christmas, waking up on that special day with hope to see a horse beside the tree. When there wasn't, my heart ached for weeks after. When I was younger, I used to beg my mother to take me to the nearby farm or stable daily. At age 9, when I was somewhat 'allowed' to venture off alone, I would frequent the local stables just down the road from our house - as often as possible close to 7 days a week! If I wasn’t home, you’d find me there. For hours I would sit on the mounting block watching people work their horses and ride. I offered my little muscles and physical labour for a horseback ride on any horse I could get my bottom on! Big, small, tall, I’d ride them all - I suppose I was fearless at that age: I am much more cautious now for sure. I’ve always been artistic, only drawing and painting horses. When I was 14, a local Trail Riding Establishment asked me to paint horses and scenery on the side of their guest house. I offered to do it in exchange for trail rides. This resulted in me frequenting the facility, helping out around the barn and with guests, and then starting work as a guide on tours. When I was 22 I finally purchased my first horse. Soaking up knowledge from anyone I could, watching professional training DVD’s and reading DIY training books, I then practiced with my horse as often as possible. I learned how to work with my horse teaching new exercises, both on the ground and under saddle. It’s not easy 'getting into' horses, and it can sometimes feel intimidating. The key is to learn at your pace in a no-pressure environment. With the right start, horses can be enjoyable and they can even change some aspects of your life. I'm always in Pursuit of the Steady Steed, to feel safe, confident and in control of my surroundings. Join me on my never ending journey to learn, gain knowledge and experience life with the incredible horse! EXPERIENCE
I teach the whole package, horse and handler. Horses require time, commitment and trustworthy leadership
LEARN
Anytime I train your horse, I train the handler. I could teach your horse one hundred exercises, then hand him off to you and if you don’t know those exercises you will never better your horsemanship nor will you keep ontop of consistency of training for your horses well being. TRAIN
If your horse disrespectful, fearful, explosive
There is really nothing quite like being around horses. They are incredible animals. Gain insight to the time and physical strength it takes to care for horses. They're hard work, but being around them is very rewarding. Steady Steed focuses on safety for the well being of both horse and handler. Horses are a big responsibility - not only in size, but in time and physical capabilities. Our programs are built upon safety because without it, no one is having any fun! Enjoy clear, consistent, instruction with the tried tested and true Classic Horsemanship training method. Pressure and Release training is used by some of the world's most renowned horse trainers and studied to be the most effective equine training method. This method can be tailored to suit each individual equine personality and is easy for humans to understand too. Gaining knowledge is the most important key ingredient to becoming confident with horses. Learn why horses do the things they do, how they think. Learn to understand their body language, their emotions and what their facial and body expressions may be telling you. Learn effective training exercises to add your toolbox all while building your confidence. Learn how to communicate with your horse from in the saddle, how to feel safe on a horse and what measures to take when you’re not comfortable in the saddle.
