Riding lessons and training packages are available. Trainer Patti Porter enjoys teaching the rider how to train her own horse, and even training sessions are done in such a way as to educate the rider.
Instruction and training is focused on:
~ Relaxation of the horse, relaxation with proper positive tension for the rider (core)
~ A clear explanation of the natural aids: hand, leg, and seat
~ A balanced seat for the rider, and balanced movement for the horse
~ Foundational building blocks on which to build higher education
Photo courtesy of Jeanette Fiveash
Photos courtesy of K. Leimomi Kane