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Horsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastWoW Saddles with David KempsellIn this episode, I chat with the founder and managing director of WOW Saddles: David Kempsell.
WoW is a revolutionary saddle brand known for its fully adjustable, modular design that supports both horse and rider through every stage of development and performance.
We dive into the inspiration behind WoW, the technology that sets it apart (like carbon fiber trees, Flair air flocking, and interchangeable seats and panels) and how this system helps improve comfort, movement, and balance.
I’ve personally ridden in WOW Saddles for over 10 years and have always appreciated their adjustability, co...2025-07-161h 05Horsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastWild About Hooves! Barefoot Hoof Care with Jen Clingy & Jeremy FordIn this episode of the Horsemanship Breakthroughs Podcast, I chat with Jen Clingly & Jeremy Ford from Wild About Hooves!
Jeremy, a former traditional farrier turned barefoot trimmer, and Jen, a record-breaking barefoot endurance rider, are a powerhouse duo changing the way we think about hoof care.
Friendly, humble, and incredibly knowledgeable, Jen & Jeremy share their journey, why they went barefoot, and how wild brumbies inspired a better way to support sound, healthy horses without shoes.
If you’ve ever questioned whether metal shoes are necessary or wondered how to support healthier, more natural ho...2025-06-301h 04Horsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastEquitation Science, Ethical Reinforcement, and the Future of Horse Sports with Dr. Andrew McLeanIn this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Andrew McLean who is a renowned equine academic, author, coach, presenter, and founder of the Australian Equine Behaviour Centre.
We explore key topics such as ethical use of reinforcement, welfare in horse sports, and the future of horse training and management. We also touch on Andrew’s fascinating work with elephants.
Dr. McLean’s career includes winning the Eureka Prize for Science, coaching at elite levels, and riding competitively at high levels in eventing, dressage, and show jumping. He continues to shape the next generation through his contrib...2025-06-161h 27Horsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastFreedom Based Training with Elsa Sinclair“Feel is knowing what to do, timing is knowing when to do it” ~ Elsa Sinclair
In this episode of The Horsemanship Breakthroughs Podcast, I am joined by Elsa Sinclair- the creator of Taming Wild & Freedom Based Training.
Elsa comes from a family of horse trainers she has had a meandering journey through many different styles of horsemanship until she stumbled on a question that needed exploration. What if horses were given a choice? Would they let us ride them? Without force or tools to control and without bribes to lure them?
2025-05-291h 02Horsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastOlivia Kelly (Towers): from Competitive Grand Prix Dressage to a Deeper Path of Horsemanship, Biomechanics, Self-Discovery, & Motherhood.In the latest episode of The Horsemanship Breakthroughs Podcast, I am joined by Olivia Kelly (Towers) @towers432, who shares her incredible story of being a successful professional Grand Prix Dressage Rider to finding the world of horsemanship and biomechanics. In this episode, we discuss:
How her career as a Grand Prix dressage rider has evolved over the years leading her to find horsemanship thanks to two special but difficult horses - FJ and Wilf.
The conflict she experienced whilst navigating top dressage competition and learning horsemanship.
Her drastic mindset shift thanks to self-development.
A huge turning p...2025-05-091h 16Horsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastExposing The Truth: Shelby Dennis on Horse Welfare, Advocacy, Ethics, and Industry Change.If you’ve been following Shelby Dennis (aka Milestone Equestrian / @sdeques on social media), you know she doesn’t shy away from the hard conversations. She’s a passionate advocate for horse welfare, uncovering the harsh realities of the horse industry, and pushing for real change.
Shelby is a professional horse trainer and equine behavior consultant with over 24 years of experience across multiple disciplines—including Arabian showing, hunter/jumpers, dressage, and even racehorses. She’s also taken her education seriously, working toward her Certificate of Equine Science and earning her Equine Behavior Consultant certification through IAABC.
Her appr...2025-04-231h 12Horsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastTraining Piaffe & The Road to Collection: Connection, Communication, & Biomechanics with Kelly de GeusIn this episode of The Horsemanship Breakthroughs Podcast, I’m joined by the incredible Kelly de Geus: an amazing horsewoman known for her ability to train horses the piaffe in a light, soft, willing, biomechanically correct way.
Kelly de Geus is a dedicated horse trainer and coach from the Netherlands, who has been captivated by horses for as long as she can remember. For over a decade, Kelly's main focus has been on training horses herself, developing a specialty in teaching horses to piaffe and passage in hand. This is always a result of optimal communication and bo...2025-04-021h 14Horsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastBalancing The Use Of Reinforcements, And Being A Horse & Human Mum With Chloe BaileyIf you’ve ever found yourself questioning what is the most ethical way to train horses, felt like an outsider when it comes to exploring different methods, and/or you’re a mum trying to balance horses, life, and kids…then this episode is for you!
A while ago, I received a message on Facebook from Chloe Bailey, who had joined the new free Horse Mums FB group. She sent me a Google Doc in response to a question I had posted about how people navigate the use of reinforcements. Her response was so insightful that I knew i...2025-03-1857 minHorsemanship Breakthroughs Podcast12 Ways to Have a More Relaxed Session with Your HorseHave you ever had a session with your horse where it feels like you’re walking on eggshells… everything is tense, your horse is worried, and you feel like the slightest thing can set them off? 😬🐎
I’ve been there too, and that’s exactly why I recorded this latest episode of The Horsemanship Breakthroughs Podcast: 12 Ways to Have a More Relaxed Session with Your Horse.
I’ve recognised that there are specific things I do on days when everything feels much more relaxed, and I’d love to share them with you! My hope is that you and you...2025-03-0543 minHorsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastUpdates: Reflections on a positive reinforcement deep dive, surprise personal announcement, motherhood and horses, and what’s happening next on the Horsemanship Breakthroughs Podcast.Life has been full of big changes for me lately, and in this episode, I’m catching you up on everything - both personally and professionally. I’ll be sharing how my approach to horsemanship is evolving, unpacking my thoughts on using food rewards, pressure, and the ethical considerations that come with training horses. I can’t wait to share my breakthroughs with you. Plus I have a surprise personal announcement 😁💕 I hope you enjoy the show!
What I talk about in this episode:
My ongoing quest for a better way with horses
My deep dive into...2025-02-111h 19Horsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastSolving Horse Problems: Do they feel safe? Do they understand? Are they motivated? with specialist young horse trainer: Connie ColfoxI stumbled across the amazing Connie Colfox on Horse & Country TV watching her use positive reinforcement to help top eventing riders with ‘problem’ horse behaviours.
She was able to really impress these riders with how quickly she could change these talented horse’s minds about something they were struggling with.
In the words of Connie: “We really want horses to feel comfortable in the world they live in. By giving them a broad grounding with positive reinforcement we build trust to take on the challenges we encounter together”.
I was partic...2023-11-141h 05Horsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastHow To Ride Your Horse Bitless! | Everything Bitless Bridles, Bitless Riding, and Bitless Tips!In this episode, I answer all your bitless riding questions!✨🐴
What bitless bridle do I recommend? How to get started riding bitless? What is the process? How do you know when you’re ready to ride bitless on a trail? And more!
Riding bitless and bridleless is an amazing feeling, and possible for any horse and rider- even if right now you’re riding with a bit and you feel like your horse is strong or heavy.
But riding bitless does require a level of connection, confidence, and communica...2023-10-121h 09Horsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastNew Horse, Now What? Start Off On The Right Path With Your New Horse | Relationship, Groundwork, & RidingOften people will contact me for help with their new, young, or green horse.
It’s sometimes not until we have a new horse that we become curious and start to question how we can ‘best’ set up this new relationship.
Problems may arise with a new horse that we might not have had with a previous one, and we wonder how we can best help them.
It’s common to be a little afraid of making mistakes with a new horse, as not to ‘tarnish’ the new relationship.2023-08-3144 minHorsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastLiberty Training with an Ethological Approach and Positive Reinforcement with David LichmanDavid Lichman is a 5-Star Master Parelli Professional with a specialty in Liberty Horses. He teaches worldwide, helping students find a better relationship with their horses, and the relaxation and posture fundamental to all riding.
David has performed with his three-horse act, which includes bridle-less riding and riding to music. He is the creator of the DVD set Liberty Outside the Round Pen, enabling students to play at Liberty with exuberance in large open areas. David lives in California with his wife, two children, nine horses, four dogs, four cats and dozens of chickens, pigeons a...2023-08-171h 01Horsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastWild Mustangs, Mongol Derby, and Building Awareness with Callie KingIf you’ve ever searched anything horse related on YouTube, you’ve probably come across Callie King, who’s YouTube channel has over 300 videos on riding and training horses, and 124,000 subscribers.
Callie has a holistic science-based approach to riding, considering the health and soundness of the horse, the suitability of saddle and tack, and the individuality of each horse and rider.
Callie strives to create a positive learning environment for students and horses, always looking for ways to make learning fun, and incorporate the newest information and research on psychology, behaviour, and lear...2023-07-2753 minHorsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastEmpowering Riders Through Dressage Naturally Clinics with Karen RohlfIn this episode, I welcome Karen Rohlf back to The Horsemanship Breakthroughs Podcast in exciting anticipation of her upcoming clinics in Australia! 🥳We talk all about the clinic experience, what we can expect, what to do as a rider if you’re nervous, how to best prepare for a clinic, and we touch on the heart of what dressage naturally is all about! 🥰🐴
Enjoy the show!
You can find out more and sign up for the South Australian Karen Rohlf Clinic here:
www.amaliadempsey.com/karenrohlf
...2023-07-1548 minHorsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastThe Art of Classical Equitation with Belinda Bolsenbroek
Make a better life for horses...
~𝑩𝒆𝒍𝒊𝒏𝒅𝒂 𝑩𝒐𝒍𝒔𝒆𝒏𝒃𝒓𝒐𝒆𝒌
Belinda rides dressage in a way that makes you stop and go: 'I want what she's got!'
The horses look happy, athletic, and light. She is poised, elegant, and clearly an effective rider with very subtle aids.
It's how dressage is supposed to be!
When I saw videos of Belinda riding (and hearing her chat with Manolo Mendez and Andrew Turnball), I just *had* to interview her on the podcast to hear more and share her horsemanship ethos with the world...
Belinda Bolsenbroek is an international authority on the Art of Classical Equitation in which the historic relationship between horse and human...2023-06-2058 minHorsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastThe 4 best types of exercise for equestrians | Equestrian Rider Biomechanics Series
Have you ever wondered what are the best types of exercises you should do to improve your riding? 🐎💪
Whether you do yoga, pilates, gym, running, dance, or some other form of exercise- it’s not about the ‘discipline’ - it’s about whether the exercises in your program are actually improving the qualities you need to be an effective rider and move in harmony with your horse. 🏋️♀️🏇🔝
In episode 56 of The Horsemanship Breakthroughs Podcast, I outline the 4 best types of exercises that all equestrians should include in their exercise regime to improve their riding. 🎙️👌
And if you want to follow a program t...2023-06-0138 minHorsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastClicker Training, Horsemanship, Liberty, Tricks, and FEI Dressage with Georgia BruceGeorgia Bruce is an Equine Behaviour Consultant with the IAABC (International Association of Animal Behaviour Consultants), level 1 Dressage Judge and qualified Dressage Coach with Equestrian Australia.
She has ridden successfully up to FEI level in open dressage and has represented Australia on 12 occasions including the Trans Tasman Challenge New Zealand, The Dutch Open, twice at the World Para Dressage Championships as well as the 2004 Paralympic Games in Athens and the 2008 Paralympic Games in Beijing, where Georgia won 2 bronze medals riding the 18hh gelding Victory Salute.
As well as performance horse training Georgia also e...2023-05-251h 10Horsemanship Breakthroughs Podcast10 Trailer Loading Tips for Success with Your Horse | Float Loading | Horse Box LoadingIn this episode, I go over my 10 trailer-loading tips! Number 7 might surprise you 👀, and number 10 is probably the most important tip so make sure you listen to the end! 🎧
Trailer Loading, Horse Box Loading, Float Loading - wherever you are in the world- helping our horses be calm, relaxed, confident self-loaders is a big struggle for many horse owners! But it doesn’t need to be!
👉🏼How would it feel to know you can load your horse on the float, every time, in less than 10 seconds, by yourself?
❌ No more getting stuck, begging your horse to get...2023-05-1445 minHorsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastPure Liberty with Andrea Wady“It’s never too late to change”
👉🏼 Click here to find out all about Andrea's Pure Liberty course: https://uu202.isrefer.com/go/pureliberty1/adh/
Andrea Wady has been riding since she was a child, competing in showjumping and endurance, and later running a successful horse tours company… but she always felt something was missing and wanted more in the relationship with her horses.
Moving to Costa Rica from the UK, Andrea’s journey took a turn down a path to find a way to connect with horses without coercion...2023-04-2648 minHorsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastClassical Dressage with Partnership, Harmony, and Balance in Body and Mind with Anja BeranAnja Beran trains horses with the classical principles of Horsemanship: with her sole aim being to ensure in the course of her life that an increasing number of people become familiar with the art of classical horsemanship. She hopes very much that a great number of riders will be able to experience serious enthusiasm for classical horsemanship in its true and original sense.
Anja runs her own farm and equestrian centre called "Gut Rosenhof" in Germany, she teaches numerous clinics and seminars in the United States, England, and all around the world.
Anja’s training phi...2023-03-3156 minHorsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastHow To Clearly Communicate With Your Horse So You Can Have A Willing Partner | Part Three Horsemanship Fundamentals SeriesOne wise person once told me that if you want to be successful with your horse, think about how you can really mess things up...
And then just do the opposite! 🙃
In Part 3 (episode 51) of the Horsemanship Fundamentals Series on The Horsemanship Breakthroughs Podcast, I talk about how you can develop clear communication with your horse so you can have a willing partner!
You will learn:
👉🏼 What good communication between horse and rider looks and feels like
👉🏼 What problems can show up if you and your horse aren't...2023-03-171h 14Horsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastHow To Help Your Horse Be Calm, Confident, & Trusting | Part Two Horsemanship Fundamentals SeriesSo many riders struggle with helping their horse be confident and relaxed. But it doesn't need to be this way!
I have a confidence & relaxation toolkit of techniques that anyone can learn how to use to help their horses be confident partners in a variety of situations.
In episode 50, part 2 of the Horsemanship Fundamentals Series, I talk all about the fundamental of CONFIDENCE including:
-My definition of a confident horse
-What a confident horse looks and feels like for the rider
-What problems can show up if your horse...2023-03-101h 14Horsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastHow to Develop Connection & Deepen Your Relationship With Your Horse | Part One Horsemanship Fundamentals SeriesConnection…. it's such a buzzword in the horsemanship space!
But it’s hard to quantify. It’s subjective. It’s elusive…some may think it’s even a bit ‘woo woo’.
I think it’s kinda like the 'half halt' in dressage- everyone has a slightly different definition of exactly what it is, and people have trouble explaining it! But once you know, you know!
Connection is super important- an absolute fundamental of horsemanship!
So in part one of this 3-part Horsemanship Fundamentals Series, I talk all about...2023-03-051h 27Horsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastHow To Have A Happy HorseJust teach them how to smile! Only joking…😅
Horses require species-specific things in order to be happy! 😁🐴
In Episode 48 of the Horsemanship Breakthroughs Podcast, I discuss all the things around how to have a happy horse, from their most basic species-specific needs to the ‘icing-on-the-cake’ things that can make your horse’s life even better (and therefore improve the way they behave/perform) 🙌🏼
I created a little infographic to go along with the episode (take a look on social media), but make sure you listen for all the details + an exciting...2023-02-221h 07Horsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastEquine Veterinary Medicine & Liberty as a Mindset with Nadine Lindblom"Liberty is something that he feels, rather than what he does” ~Nadine Lindblom
Horsemanship Breakthroughs Podcast: Equine Veterinary Medicine & Liberty as a Mindset with Nadine Lindblom
Nadine has worked closely with horses for the past 16 years. During this time, she has had the opportunity to learn from several fantastic trainers; however, she says the most profound lessons have been from the horses themselves!
In 2020, Nadine graduated from the University of Queensland with a Bachelor of Veterinary Science (Honours). Studying and working as an equine veterinarian has helped Nadine understand horses...2023-02-021h 39Horsemanship Breakthroughs Podcast8 Qualities to Improve Your Riding Ability | Equestrian Rider Biomechanics Series8 Qualities to Improve Your Riding Ability | Equestrian Rider Biomechanics Series
In this episode, I discuss the 8 physical qualities to improve your riding ability. Rider fitness is not necessarily about how much you can lift, or how far you can run, it’s about developing the specific qualities that riders need in order to be the easiest load to carry for the horse, and the best rider that YOU can be.
And if you want to improve these qualities through exercise (both mounted & unmounted) then checkout my 8 Week Rider Specific Exercise Program befo...2023-01-1829 minHorsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastCombining Natural Horsemanship & Science with Andy BoothHorsemanship Breakthroughs Podcast
Andy Booth has always been passionate about horses, their education, and abilities. He has dedicated his life to horses and has surrounded himself with the best mentors to support him in acquiring the knowledge and experience he has today. His mission is to change equestrian practices towards more ethical riding for improved performance, safety, and pleasure with our equine partners.
In this episode we discuss:
Andy’s horsemanship journey
The importance of understanding the scientific theory behind natural horsemanship
The issue of the use of the word ‘respect’ in horse tr...2023-01-121h 46Horsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastYour Questions Answered! | Equestrian Rider Biomechanics SeriesHorsemanship Breakthroughs Podcast: Your Questions Answered | Equestrian Rider Biomechanics Series
This is the first pod episode for 2023 on The Horsemanship Breakthroughs Podcast and I am kicking it off by answering more of your questions- this time all about rider biomechanics and how to become a more effective rider! (After all, horsemanship & rider biomechanics go hand in hand...if you want to ride your horse in harmony, you've got to put time into improving your riding ability!)
In this episode you will learn:
How to make your seat more stable and balanc...2023-01-0543 minHorsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastYour Questions Answered!Horsemanship Breakthroughs Podcast. Your Questions were Answered!
In this episode, I answer your questions that you have submitted inside the free connection & communication mini-course. I cover topics such as:
Best groundwork for a 4yo dressage horse
Float loading
Life-changing horse stories
People who inspire me
My methodologies with horses
Help your horse be more forward in the arena
Deepen your relationship with your horse
Girthing issues
Common miscommunications between people and horses
Head/ear shy horses
Aggressive horses
Helping your horse be calm
Using treats in training
and so much more!
*****************...2022-12-1251 minHorsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastThe Way of The Horse, Believing in Yourself, and Working With The Horse You Have Today with Skye LiikanenHorsemanship Breakthroughs Podcast: The Way of The Horse, Believing in Yourself, and Working With The Horse You Have Today with Skye Liikanen
Equitana Australia 2022 The Way of The Horse Winner: Skye Liikanen!
Skye grew up riding horses and was very competitive to National level in Dressage and showing, being a member of the QLD Young Rider Squad and a HOTY winner. She spent over four years as a trick rider/performer at the Australian Outback Spectacular.
Skye had the opportunity to move to Tom Price in WA for two yea...2022-11-2753 minHorsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastTrusting Your Intuition, Finding Your Purpose, And Connecting With Yourself And Your Horse On A Deeper Level With Matthias GeysenHorsemanship Breakthroughs Podcast: Trusting your intuition, finding your purpose, and connecting with yourself and your horse on a deeper level with Matthias Geysen
From a young age Matthias has been interested in unravelling the mysteries of life and sharing these insights with other people. Matt has realized that we are all actually chasing the same dream but that we all have to follow our own path in getting there.
For the past 10 years Matt has been a professional horse trainer which enabled him to explore the world, explaining the insights horses hav...2022-11-111h 14Horsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastInternal Softness, Martial Arts, and ’Horses Aren’t People’ with Mark Rashid“It’s an internal softness that you take with you in everything that you do”
Horsemanship Breakthroughs Podcast: Internal softness, Martial Arts, and ‘Horses Aren’t People’ with Mark Rashid
Mark Rashid is an internationally known author and horseman known for his ability to understand the horse’s point of view and solve difficult problems with communication rather than force.
He began working with horses at age ten, when he met the “old man,” who taught him to work with horses, not against them, and to listen to what the horse is t...2022-11-011h 09Horsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastBuilding Confidence & Relaxation Through Horsemanship Fundamentals with Bek SuhardHorsemanship Breakthroughs Podcast: Building Confidence & Relaxation Through Horsemanship Fundamentals with Bek Suhard
Bek Suhard is a vet nurse, mum, and wife, who returned to riding horses in her early 30s. After an unfortunate fall, Bek realised that what she was doing with her horse wasn’t working and she started to look for different approaches.
If you're the sort of person who has had a break from horses and you’re not as confident as you used to be, or if people are telling you to do things a certain way and it...2022-09-271h 04Horsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastUnderstanding Horses With Gabi NeurohrHorsemanship Breakthroughs Podcast: Understanding Horses With Gabi Neurohr
“What matters is to really understand the horse’s mind”
Gabi doesn't like to be put into a box, have the stamp of a “Method”. She believes good Horsemanship – good Horsemen/women – usually share the same principles. Their techniques might be different, but principles remain the same. You will see Gabi playing on the ground, at Liberty, riding dressage, jumping a cross country course, riding endurance, riding bareback and bridleless and sometimes you might even see her in a western saddle.
Gabi’s goal for ev...2022-09-0753 minHorsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastHow Being A Physiotherapist Has Influenced My Horsemanship Journey | Equestrian Rider Biomechanics SeriesHorsemanship Breakthroughs Podcast: How being a physiotherapist has influenced my horsemanship journey 💪🏼🐎
| Equestrian Rider Biomechanics Series |
Some of you may know that as well as a horsemanship coach, I am a physiotherapist!
I often get asked questions drawing from my knowledge and experience in this field and how it applies to horses and riding, so I created a whole episode outlining some of my thoughts.
I talk about the similarities between the two industries and how my work in this area has changed my perspective on some horse...2022-08-1756 minHorsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastEvidence Based Worming for Horses with Jude Matuesiewicz🐴🎙 Horsemanship Breakthroughs Podcast: Evidence-Based Worming with Jude Matuesiewicz
In this episode I talk with worming expert, Jude Mateusieqicz all things evidence-based worming! 🐛🪱
Jude worked in the field of prevention of increasing resistance to anthelmintics by parasitic worms in horses.
Jude is very knowledgeable on a range of horse-related topics and has a Master of Animal Science from Charles Sturt Unviersity.
She has dedicated a portion of her career to educating horse owners about worm resistance in their horses, and helping them to learn how to undertake faecal egg counts on their own properti...2022-08-0458 minHorsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastPutting Your Horse First and Helping Your Horse Feel Confident & Proud with Ella McBain“Listen to your horse!”
🎙🐴 Horsemanship Breakthroughs Podcast: Putting Your Horse First and Helping Your Horse Feel Confident & Proud with Ella McBain
Ella is a horsemanship coach from South East Queensland. She does a lot of freedom-based work including liberty, free riding, & trick training. She describes her approach as centred around creating a proud, willing and confident equine partner who feels seen and understood. She loves helping people to understand their horses in a meaningful way, in order to build a deeper trust and connection, and have fun together.
Find out mo...2022-07-1353 minHorsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastHorse “Personality” And Getting To Know Your Horse As An Individual🎙🐴 Horsemanship Breakthroughs Podcast: Horse “Personality” And Getting To Know Your Horse As An Individual
In this episode, I discuss:
Anthrapamorphising and why it doesn’t need to be a dirty word
Different horse “personality” categorising systems/methods
My personal opinion on personality categorisation
Other ways + tips to get to know your horse as an individual
👉🏼Please let me know what your biggest takeaway (or breakthrough😉) was from this episode!
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❤️ If you love listening, please spread the w...2022-07-0438 minHorsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastPositive Reinforcement, Block Drive Lines, “The Boom”, and Foal Handling with Australian Colt Starter & Clinician: Lucky Luke ThomasHorsemanship Breakthroughs Podcast: Positive Reinforcement, Block Drive Lines, “The Boom”, and Foal Handling with Australian Colt Starter & Clinician- Lucky Luke Thomas
“Horsemanship Is A Ten Thousand Piece Jigsaw Puzzle”
Luke Thomas has worked as a professional horseman since 1987. He’s started over 3000 horses under saddle and in the last 9 years has handled and taught to lead over 2000 foals and weanlings.
Luke is available to assist horse owners via online tuition and also through clinics classes and his online video series and has just released a Foal Masterclass Series availab...2022-06-071h 14Horsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastHelp Your Tense, Anxious, Nervous, Spooky Horse Be More Calm, Relaxed, Chill and ConfidentDo you have a plan on how to help your horse relax in any given moment?
No?
Then this episode is for you!
Horsemanship Breakthroughs Podcast: Help Your Tense, Anxious, Nervous, Spooky Horse Be More Calm, Relaxed, Chill and Confident
"Horses don't pretend to be scared. Horses don't lie about how they feel. If they're acting tense and anxious, they are fearful about something"
In this episode, I discuss how to help your horse when they show you they're afraid, because as I out...2022-05-0950 minHorsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastBalancing Life, Achieving Horse Goals As A Mum, and Believing In Yourself With Meg MortimerHorsemanship Breakthroughs Podcast: Balancing life, achieving horse goals as a mum, and believing in yourself with Meg Mortimer
“Believe in Yourself”
Meg Mortimer describes herself as a mum who never grew out of the horse phase!
She lives in central New South Wales on a sheep farm with her husband and 3 kids.
Meg has loved horses all her life, dabbling in pony club as a kid, and progressing to competing in dressage, showjumping, and eventing in her twenties.
Meg describes herself at that time as being...2022-03-2855 minHorsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastCreating Confidence for Horsewomen with Sandi SimonsHorsemanship Breakthroughs Podcast: Creating Confidence for Horsewomen with Sandi Simons
“Don’t fight your fear, raise your skill”
Sandi is a mother of 5, a wife, a businesswoman, a horse trainer, and an International horse presenter.
Sandi travels Australia-wide to present two-day clinics or camps and appears as a guest presenter at Australia’s major Horse Expos.
Sandi has now helped thousands of women all over the world with her unique “creating confidence” program to regain their confidence to get back in the saddle whilst enjoying a safe and harmonious...2022-02-261h 02Horsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastDressage Naturally, Happy Horses, and Personal Development with Karen Rohlf🐴🎙 Horsemanship Breakthroughs Podcast: Dressage Naturally, Happy Horses, and Personal Development with Karen Rohlf
“Never underestimate the possibility for things to improve in ways you cannot yet imagine”
Karen Rohlf, author and creator of Dressage Naturally, is an internationally recognized clinician who is changing the equestrian educational paradigm. She teaches students of all disciplines and levels from around the world in her clinics and the Dressage Naturally virtual programs.
Karen is well known for training horses with a priority on partnership, a student empowering approach to teaching, and a positive and...2022-02-111h 01Horsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastHarmony Horsemanship, Passive Leadership & Positive Reinforcement with Lindsey Partridge🎙🐴 Horsemanship Breakthroughs Podcast: Harmony Horsemanship, Passive Leadership & Positive Reinforcement with Lindsey Partridge.
“Understand yourself, your horse and the language that connects you”
Lindsey Partridge is a Horse Human Relationship Expert and is dedicated to life-long learning and helping others connect with their horses.
She is an accomplished student, trainer, author, and competitor. She has been called ‘Canada’s Horse Whisperer’ by the Toronto Star and ‘The Queen of Thoroughbreds’ by The Rider.
Lindsey is the owner of Partridge Horse Hill, founder of Harmony Horsemanship™, President of Natural Horsemanship Association, and a Registered Nurse. Sh...2022-01-2953 minHorsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastMindfulness, Emotions, & Horse Training with Kim Daley"Be humble, kind, and compassionate to everyone and everything”
🎧🐴 Horsemanship Breakthroughs Podcast: Mindfulness, Emotions, & Horse Training with Kim Daley
Kim Daley is a husband, father, horse trainer and coach based in Toowoomba, Queensland.
Kim has been around horses most of his life. He’s overcome 20 years of anxiety and depression and the skills Kim learnt to heal himself he now incorporates into his horsemanship.
His mission in life is to spread kindness, mindfulness and understanding to both horse and human.
𝐈𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐞𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐝𝐞 𝐰𝐞 𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐮𝐬𝐬:
🔸Kim’s start with horses from pony club days to training horses full time
🔸Big wake up moments for Kim and how that changed his horsemanship...2021-12-171h 42Horsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastA Good Foundation for Horses with Dr. Shelley AppletonHorsemanship Breakthroughs Podcast: A good foundation for horses with Dr. Shelley Appleton
"Domesticated Horses Are Still Wild Horses At Heart!”
Dr. Shelley Appleton has a doctorate in human learning and combines this with an extensive knowledge of working with horses.
She is a highly skilled horse trainer who can help you solve your frustrations with your horse.
Shelley combines understanding of humans and a lifetime of exposure with horses to provide effective and encouraging coaching to help both horse and rider become more skille...2021-12-061h 28Horsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastTraining Blind Horses with Endo The Blind and Morgan Wagner🐴🎧 Horsemanship Breakthroughs Podcast: Training Blind Horses with Endo The Blind and Morgan Wagner.
"Go out & play with your horses!”
You may have come across videos and pictures of a completely blind horse with no eyes doing incredible things at liberty and being ridden by a girl called Morgan Wagner, the incredible owner and trainer of the famous Endo The Blind.
Endo, despite having no eyes, is able to do anything a sighted horse can do.
He competes, trail rides, travels, jumps, performs liberty work, and participates...2021-11-2222 minHorsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastPositive Reinforcement Training Horses with Shawna Karrasch Horsemanship Breakthroughs Podcast
An Interview with Shawna Karrasch
"Training Should Be Fun For You AND Your Horse!”
Shawna is a pioneer in the use of Positive Reinforcement Training with horses. Her powerful and humane behavioral training techniques are an eye-opening experience for equine professionals, competitors, and amateurs alike. She has produced books and videos, and traveled worldwide to teach the concepts of bridge conditioning and positive reinforcement for horses.
Shawna’s infectious enthusiasm, sense of humor, years of training experience and rapport with animals and humans makes her one...2021-11-061h 16
Canter Therapy20: Horsemanship Journeys with Amalia DempseyShelley, Kathryn and Amalia all discovered there was more to horses by first discovering horsemanship. Amalia focuses on helping riders achieve connection and communication with their horses so that they can be happy, willing and relaxed partners.
You can find Amalia on Facebook at: Amalia Dempsey Horsemanship
and on Instagram at: amalia_horses2021-10-2931 minHorsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastClassical Dressage, Liberty, and Self-development with Bethany Tuskey Horsemanship Breakthroughs Podcast
An Interview with Bethany Tuskey on classical dressage, liberty, and self-development.
“Keep Moving Forward!”
Bethany’s love of horses began at an early age. She now has over 15 years experience working with horses and has been instructing and training for over 10 years. Bethany has dedicated her life to learning the art of horsemanship from master horse trainers. She has studied classical dressage, liberty work, work in hand, and long reining and has recently taken up the challenge of learning vaulting. Bethany has taken what she has lear...2021-10-0847 minHorsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastIntrinsic Motivation for Healthy Movement in Horses with Kathy SierraHorsemanship Breakthroughs Podcast
Intrinsic Motivation for Healthy Movement with Kathy Sierra
"Nature as an ally instead of adversary”
Kathy Sierra has ten years working in human sports medicine as a training director in Los Angeles.
She then went back to school for computer science, working after as a game developer and software architect. Kathy eventually worked in Hollywood and taught “interaction design for intrinsic motivation” at UCLA Entertainment Studies and Universal Studio, and went on to create an educational book series in technology that sold over 2 million copies.
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Lessons from a HorseInterview with Amalia DempseyAmalia is a compassionate horse trainer & coach based in South Australia who teaches equestrian riders how to help their horses be calm, trusting, willing, & confident. Amalia has had over 20 years riding experience with a competitive dressage & eventing background. She is also a qualified physiotherapist and uses her knowledge in anatomy & rider biomechanics to assist with her coaching. After discovering the magic of natural horsemanship, equitation science, & positive reinforcement, she has dedicated herself to studying, learning, and applying all that she can in order to help horses & riders be the best they can...2021-08-2444 minHorsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastA Self-Taught Horseman’s Heart-Centred & Humerous Journey: Jaleele Abdul Alim and Black Pearl𝑨 𝑺𝒆𝒍𝒇-𝑻𝒂𝒖𝒈𝒉𝒕 𝑯𝒐𝒓𝒔𝒆𝒎𝒂𝒏’𝒔 𝑯𝒆𝒂𝒓𝒕-𝑪𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒓𝒆𝒅 & 𝑯𝒖𝒎𝒆𝒓𝒐𝒖𝒔 𝑱𝒐𝒖𝒓𝒏𝒆𝒚: 𝑱𝒂𝒍𝒆𝒆𝒍𝒆 𝑨𝒃𝒅𝒖𝒍 𝑨𝒍𝒊𝒎 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑩𝒍𝒂𝒄𝒌 𝑷𝒆𝒂𝒓𝒍
🎙🐴Horsemanship Breakthroughs Podcast
✨"Anything you do, do it with your heart”
Jaleele Abdul Alim, or Jal as his friends call him, lives in France, next to Paris and is an animal lover.
He doesn’t come from an equestrian background at all, but for some reason has always been drawn to horses as far as he can remember. He grew up listening to country music and dreaming of riding horses.
He is a self-taught horseman and doesn’t believe in *one* method when it comes to horsemanship.
However, he started this journey because of Buck, the movie, and because he stumbled upon videos of people playing the Parelli 7 games. But he mostly learnt everything he knows today thanks to his mare Quincy and his horse BlackPearl
...2021-08-241h 35Horsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastNatural Horsemanship and Eventing Based on Love with Aleksa Karlinska🎙🐴Horsemanship Breakthroughs Podcast Episode 20
Natural Horsemanship & Eventing Based on Love with Aleksa Karlinska ( aka @natural_eventing_rider )
"Loving is Understanding"
Alexa presents to us….the best of both worlds: You CAN do natural horsemanship AND compete!
Aleksa Karlinska is a horse trainer and horse riding instructor, teaching horses and humans to understand each other - so they can build relationships based on love.
Aleksa competes in eventing competitions, with the aim of proving that natural horsemanship can be combined with sport.
She was bor...2021-08-051h 24Horsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastSeparation Anxiety: Helping Horses With Separation Anxiety to be Relaxed & Focussed Horsemanship Breakthroughs Podcast Episode 19
Helping Horses with Separation Anxiety be Relaxed & Focussed
In this episode I discuss:
👉🏼Why separation anxiety occurs
👉🏼What not to with separation anxiety (common advice that actually might work, but won’t be helping your horse feel good about you or the situation)
👉🏼The 3 ingredients to successfully help your horse overcome separation anxiety
👉🏼Your horse’s FOCUS BUBBLE & why that’s important not just for solving this issue
👉🏼 PLUS extra little things that can make a big difference with separation anxiety!2021-07-3022 minHorsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastThe Non-Horsey Husband: Surprisingly Good Horse Training Advice🎙🐴Horsemanship Breakthroughs Podcast Episode 18
An Interview with Daniel Dempsey aka “The Non-Horsey Husband” 👨🏽
Let me set the scene....
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Me- *Watching the Olympics Dressage*
Daniel- comes along, watches for 2 seconds, and then says: “Wow, it’s got spit all over it”
Me- 😒🤨
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Daniel- “I really like the jumping show-downs”
Me- ‘Do you mean jump-offs?”😆
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Daniel- “Your new pedals arrived today!”
Me- ‘Do you mean stirrups?”😅
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After many requests, I finally con...2021-07-2632 minHorsemanship Breakthroughs Podcast10 Positive Philosophies with Horses + Common Horse Training Mistakes!🎙🐴Horsemanship Breakthroughs Podcast Episode 17
10 Positive Philosophies with Horses + Common Horse Training Mistakes
“If someone is ever telling you something that doesn’t sit right with you, trust that feeling, and remember that you are your horse’s advocate. There’s always another avenue you can go down if you’re feeling like the path you’re on isn’t quite right for where you and your horse are at” ~Amalia Dempsey
This time, I’m the one being interviewed!
I share an interview I did with Equest Hub Magazine a...2021-07-201h 07Horsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastSophie Stallmann on her Horsemanship Journey including Trick & Liberty Training Horses, Equine Science, and Campdrafting.🎙🐴Horsemanship Breakthroughs Podcast Episode 16
An Interview with Sophie Stallmann aka @sophsta_buggsy
"Riding, liberty, everything is a 50/50 partnership, you need to be putting in as much effort as your horse, and if you want your horse to change, then you need to change"
Sophie was born and raised on her family’s horse and cattle property. She loves getting her hands dirty and working on the property whether it be fencing, processing calves, or mustering, she says this is where she truly feels at peace.
Sophie has...2021-07-101h 14Horsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastTara Davis on Teachings of the Herd & Sharing Timeless Wisdom of the Horse🎙🐴 Horsemanship Breakthroughs Podcast Episode 15
An Interview with Tara Davis aka @unbridledgoddess
At her ranch in Humboldt County, California, Tara immerses herself in the teachings of the Herd, sharing the timeless wisdom of the Horse. Weaving together lessons from science and spirituality, hers is a unique horsemanship approach in which the main goal is to empower both the horse and the human. She believes that opening our awareness to the possibilities of a more conscious and consensual relationship with our horses will reflect on our interpersonal relationships, as well as our relationships with ourselves.
...2021-06-151h 19Horsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastNicky Van der Sluis (Nickyshorsemanship). Love, Patience, Understanding and Trust.🎙🐴 Horsemanship Breakthroughs Podcast Episode 14
An Interview with Nicky van der Sluis aka. @nickyshorsemanship
Nicky is 33 years old and is a Dutchie that now lives in Spain. She didn't come from a horsey family, yet her interest in horses started when she was just a little girl. From riding lessons at traditional riding schools, to bareback and bridleless beach rides - her horsemanship has gone through a massive change over all those years.
Nicky is currently the proud owner of two Spanish boys (a stallion and a gelding) and nowadays love, patience, understa...2021-05-151h 24Horsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastJuliette Cimetiere (JC Horse Training) on her Horsemanship Journey with Cavalia, Liberty, & Classical DressageHorsemanship Breakthroughs Podcast Episode 13
An Interview with Juliette Cimetiere @jchorsetraining on her Horsemanship Journey with Cavalia, Liberty, & Classical Dressage
In this episode, I talk with the incredible Juliette from @jchorsetrianing.
Juliette is a trainer based out of Redmond Washington. Her training methods focus on building a balanced, relaxed, relationship between horse and rider. She teaches dressage as well as liberty work (focusing on building a connection on the ground, on and offline).
Juliette has over 18 years of experience riding training and showing horses in dressage, eventing, hunter jumpers, English and western pe...2021-05-031h 35Horsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastLucy Chester Horsemanship Interview: Journey To Positive Reinforcement, Separation Anxiety, Joint Problems, Stress Signals, and much more!Horsemanship Breakthroughs Podcast Episode 12
Interview with UK based groundwork, liberty, & riding instructor, Lucy Chester from @haflingeratliberty @lucychesterhorsemanship
In this interview we dive into Lucy's horsemanship journey, how she got into positive reinforcement with her horse Tao (who simply wouldn’t handle any pressure), her tips for separation anxiety, Tao’s joint problems, why she DOES use a bit despite feeling the pressure to not use one, the controversial questions, who inspires her, and so much more!
The following people were mentioned in this podcast:
@unbridledgoddess
@panthe...2021-04-041h 02Horsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastAdventures with @nzmares : Free Riding in New Zealand!Horsemanship Breakthroughs Podcast Episode 11
Adventures with @nzmares Free Riding in New Zealand!
In this episode, I talk with the amazing @nzmares on all things horses & horsemanship! We speak about how she got started with horses as an 11-year-old girl with a 6-month-old horse, her journey with her 2 current horses Juno & Trinny (with polar opposite backgrounds), what she loves outside of horses, her secret to being so happy and positive, but also her experience with anxiety. We touch on social media- the good and the bad, her take on positive/negative reinforcement and the bi...2021-03-221h 11
Aspire to Inspire by The Core of Horses#S1E1 Welkom bij Aspire to Inspire!In deze aflevering stel ik mezelf zodat je een idee krijgt naar wie er schuilt achter Aspire to Inspire. Ik vertel hoe ik onder de naam Equine Motions ben begonnen, waarom ik de podcast ben begonnen en hoe dat idee eigenlijk is ontstaan.In deze aflevering noem ik de podcast "Horsemanship Breakthroughs" waar Amalia Dempsey mij voor interviewde. Deze aflevering kan je luisteren door deze link te volgen: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2GRJ7aq4cowInggux3gK2x?si=7fVmaV_7Qk2Hb_23ye7Zqg.Meer info over mijn diensten? www.thecoreofhorses.nlThe...2021-03-0817 minHorsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastAn Interview with Romy de Lange from Equine MotionsHorsemanship Breakthroughs Podcast Episode 10
An Interview with Romy de Lange
“Aspire to Inspire Before You Expire”
“Never feel ashamed of having fun with your horses”
In this episode have a really honest & open conversation with Romy from Equine Motions about her getting over her fear of riding, all her different horses, positive vs negative reinforcement, the use of draw reins, bits vs bitless, why she doesn’t compete any more plus so much more! Romy also answered some listener questions around her tips on building a relationship with a new ho...2021-03-0751 minHorsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastWild Hearts Can‘t Be Broken with Asia d‘Aquarone on her Horsemanship Journey with AmadeusHorsemanship Breakthroughs Podcast Episode 9
An Interview with Asia d'Aquarone (aka. @wildheartamadeus)
In this interview, we cover Asia's horsemanship journey to date, how she went from breaking her back to finding partnership with her dream horse, her Parelli journey (including being taught by Isabel & Giorgio Pagliaro), bits vs bitless, who inspires her and so much more!
I loved talking to Asia and I hope you enjoy the interview!
You can find Asia at:
Instagram: @wildheartamadeus
Have questio...2021-03-011h 09Horsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastBook Review: Gallop to Freedom by Frederic Pignon & Magali DelgadoHorsemanship Breakthroughs Podcast Episode 8
Book Review: "Gallop to Freedom" by Frederic Pignon & Magali Delgado
You can purchase the book here: https://amzn.to/3jPIjpt
Have questions or suggestions for future episodes? Connect with me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/amalia_horses/
Get the free connection & communication mini-course at https://www.amaliadempsey.com/
Please note: As an Amazon Associate I earn commission from qualifying purchases, which means if you buy books/resources from any of the above links, I get a small percentage of t...2021-02-2829 minHorsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastHow to Help Your ”Lazy” Horse be more Forward & Responsive Without Getting Mean!Horsemanship Breakthroughs Podcast | Episode 8
How to Help Your "Lazy" Horse be more Forward & Responsive Without Getting Mean!
In this episode, I throw NINETEEN ideas you can use to help you solve the common problem of - my horse is "lazy!" (or "stubborn", "dull", lacks energy, isn't motivated to go, doesn't want to "work" etc. etc.)
Idea # 18 might surprise you!
Have questions or suggestions for future episodes? Connect with me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/amalia_horses/
Get the free connection & comm...2021-02-2240 minHorsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastHorsemanship, Biomechanics, & Competitive Dressage with Alejandra Gonzalez: 4 Star Parelli ProfessionalHorsemanship Breakthroughs Podcast Episode 6
An Interview with Alejandra Gonzalez: 4 star Parelli Professional and Andalusian stud owner in Costa Rica, Central America. Ale is a holistic trainer with knowledge & experience in Parelli Natural Horsemanship, classical & competitive dressage, horse & rider biomechanics, pilates, Franklin method, & self-development.
We talk about Ale's journey with Parelli coming from a competitive dressage background, her holistic philosophy with horses, who inspires her today, and much more!
I loved talking to Ale and I hope you enjoy the interview!
You can find Lynn...2021-02-1743 minHorsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastPixem VS Pivo : A Comparison Review for Horse RidersPixem vs Pivo Comparison Review
If this episode has helped you decide, then please purchase via the links below :)
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Have questions or suggestions for future episodes? Connect with me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/amalia_horses/
Get the free connection & communication mini-course (including PDF printable of these 10 questions) at https://www.amaliadempsey.com/
2021-02-0917 minHorsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastThe Student & The Coach! Emma interviews Amalia on all things Horsemanship!Horsemanship Breakthroughs Podcast Episode 4
The Student & The Coach! My student & friend Emma interviews me on all things Horsemanship!
In this interview, Emma asks me some interesting questions about my journey with horses, who inspires me, my goals, and more! You'll get to know me a little deeper in this episode!
Remember to rate & review or screenshot this episode, upload to Instagram and send me a DM @amalia_horses to get a free checklist: 10 tips on improving your relationship with your horse!
Have questions or s...2021-02-0546 minHorsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastEndurance, Liberty Training, and Classical Dressage with Lynn RuesselerHorsemanship Breakthroughs Podcast Episode 3
An Interview with Lynn Ruesseler: a liberty & classical dressage trainer who works full time at an endurance stud in South Australia.
In this interview, we cover Lynn’s personal journey with horses including working with Manolo Mendez, and her inspiration for starting liberty training. We discuss what Instagram accounts inspire her and also how she went from having over 70K Instagram followers to nothing overnight.
Lynn gives us an insight into her approach with horses and what advice she would give those who are i...2021-01-2444 minHorsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastSolve Any Horse Problem With These 10 Questions : A Troubleshooting Guide For Bad Horse Days!10 strategic questions to help you think inside and outside the box to solve any horse problem you might be facing! A remedy for those bad horse days...
Have questions or suggestions for future episodes? Connect with me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/amalia_horses/
Get the free connection & communication mini-course (including PDF printable of these 10 questions) at https://www.amaliadempsey.com/
2021-01-1937 minHorsemanship Breakthroughs PodcastHorsemanship Breakthroughs Podcast Trailer | Introduction to Horsemanship Breakthroughs with Amalia DempseyGet to know a little about me, why I started this podcast, and what to expect in future episodes!
Have questions or suggestions for future episodes? Connect with me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/amalia_horses/
Get the free connection & communication mini-course at https://www.amaliadempsey.com/
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