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Heart of the Herd - Liberty Horsemanship

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Heart of the Herd - Liberty Horsemanship

Liberty • Horsemanship • Positive Reinforcement
Coaching • Equine Sports Massage
B. Equine Science📍 Linton, VIC

20/08/2026

Become a student of the horse. 🤎

Good horsemanship starts with observation.

Horses are constantly giving us information through their behaviour and body language.

I want to help you develop a better eye, better feel and a deeper understanding of behaviour.

Because the more we notice and, the better we can adjust how we work with our horses and create a clearer path of communication.

And there is always more to learn from the horse! 🤎

19/08/2026

A little Heart of the Herd update 🤎

After a little time away, while life took me from QLD to Victoria, I'm really excited to say that Heart of the Herd - Liberty Horsemanship is coming back!

I'll be offering a small number of private coaching spots from my home near Linton with my herd, as well as limited travelling lessons for those wanting to work with their own horses.

My focus has always been on helping people better understand their horses by developing their eye, feel and timing, and building confidence, communication and connection through positive reinforcement, liberty, groundwork and classical dressage principles.

I'll also be offering a very limited number of equine sports massage appointments.

I'm currently putting together an expression of interest list for when I open. I'm particularly looking for people who want to learn and develop over time.

Whether you're just starting your journey with horses or you've been around them for years, there's always more to learn. At Heart of the Herd, I want to help you become a student of the horse, by learning to listen, observe, feel and understand the horse in front of you.

If you'd like to hear when spots open, send me a message 🤎

25/11/2024

A fun day of lessons yesterday with some gorgeous horses and lovely humans! So grateful that the weather’s finally cleared up, it made for a wonderful day. 💕

27/08/2024

🌟 Want to become a student of the horse? 🌟

Unlock the secrets to better communication and understanding with Liberty Horsemanship lessons! Dive into equine behaviour, learn to recognise subtle cues, and train your eye to spot equine soundness. We focus on a horse centred approach to training and care through liberty horsemanship, using positive reinforcement and clicker training to help build connection and communication with your horse.

Transform your partnership and enhance your horse's well-being. Ready to become a student of the horse? Visit www.heartoftheherd.com.au/services and book your lesson today!

26/08/2024

🐴 Exciting News! Our website has just had a major makeover, and we’ve got some fantastic updates to share with you! 🌟

We’re now offering on-property Liberty Horsemanship lessons in Forest Hill, with my horses, or you can bring your own! Plus, we’re introducing Equine Sports Massage sessions to keep your ponies in top shape.

And don't worry—I’m still offering sessions locally for those who prefer to stay closer to home.

Also, don’t miss out on our updated pricing—visit our website to check out the new rates and book your sessions today. We can’t wait to see you and your horses!

👉 www.heartoftheherd.com.au

13/03/2024

Ever had a horse ‘act up’ and brush it off as just being ‘naughty’? It happens more often than you might think…

When horses display behaviors like bucking, girthiness, being hard to catch, or biting etc., they're often labeled as 'naughty' or 'disrespectful.' Often these unwanted behaviours are their way of communicating something important, and they often begin with subtle signs that slowly escalate to the horse showing louder behaviours because we’ve missed what they were initially trying to communicate. Every behaviour has a reason from that tail swish stepping into canter to that big buck that knocked you to the ground! Instead of dismissing them, let's explore what your horse might be trying to say. 🐴💬

From discomfort due to ill-fitting tack, frustrations in communication to underlying health issues, there could be various reasons behind your horse's actions. Rather than resorting to quick fixes or harsher training methods, let's take the time to understand and address the root cause.

By tuning in to your horse's subtle behaviours, we can work together to find gentle, effective solutions that help create a deeper understanding and connection between you and your horse. ✨

If you want to learn more, then book a lesson with us today! 💕

Website: www.heartoftheherd.com.au
Email: [email protected]

12/03/2024

✨ Slow it right down… 🐌

When working with your horse take little steps, accept what your horse presents with you on the day and enjoy the process 💕

Try and enter sessions with less expectation, which will help reduce frustration and allow you to be more present with your horse. Work with the horse that’s in front of you today, remember to listen to what they are telling you, don’t expect big changes in one session, reward the small tries, take your time, have breaks and you’ll find you’ll get big progress in the long run! 🐴

Join us for a lesson if you want to learn more!

Book in by pm, email or through the website!
Website: www.heartoftheherd.com.au
Email: [email protected]

11/03/2024

Lately, I've noticed numerous social media posts advocating various gadgets to manage a horse's posture, from keeping their head down to aid them to feel more “in control”. 🙃

It's essential to recognise that every behaviour a horse displays has a purpose, whether it's due to human error, discomfort, or pain… your horse is trying to communicate something. By resorting to gadgets, we risk masking these messages... Instead, let's listen to our horses, evaluate our actions, and prioritise their well being and health!✨

Rather using tie downs, lunging gadgets, or side reins to force a horse into a specific posture, let's explore in hand work, using the cavesson, and at liberty! These methods not only help in creating healthier movement for our horses but also help create better communication, confidence and connection with our horses. 🐴

Incorporating in hand work with the cavesson and liberty exercises can help develop strength, balance, posture and coordination while they also transfer to your ridden work! 💕 Remember, dressage is for the horse not the other way around!

If you're interested in understanding your horse better, consider scheduling a session with us and your horse. 🐴

Website: www.heartoftheherd.com.au
Email: [email protected]

07/03/2024

✨Food for thought ✨

Positive reinforcement and using food rewards does not create ‘disrespectful’, ‘dominant’, ‘pushy’ or ‘aggressive’ horses…

Often these labels have pushed people away from starting with positive reinforcement or give up trying ☹️

But, once you have an understanding on a horse’s basic needs, horse behaviour and how horses learn - you can set your horse up for success, so you and your horse can work together safely, confidently and comfortably in harmony! 💕

Set you and your horse up for success by using low value rewards, using a clicker/marker signal, teaching your horse to be relaxed around food, making sure your horse isn’t hungry and always listen to your horse (every behaviour has a reason)! 🐴

If you want to further develop your skills and knowledge, join us for an in person session, or a online sessions!

www.heartoftheherd.com.au
[email protected]

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