Black Hill Horse Training http://www.horselistener.co.uk Unlock the Secrets of True Horsemanship Fri, 10 Feb 2012 16:16:35 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.2 en hourly 1 Enhance Your Horsemanship http://www.horselistener.co.uk/2011/12/happy-christmas-thank-you/ http://www.horselistener.co.uk/2011/12/happy-christmas-thank-you/#comments Mon, 19 Dec 2011 11:41:06 +0000 admin http://www.horselistener.co.uk/?p=538 We look forward to being part of your horsemanship journey in 2012

You are welcome to phone 01981 510 269 to talk to John in more detail about how we can help you.

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Translation to follow!

]]> http://www.horselistener.co.uk/2011/11/article-on-johns-horsemanship-courses/feed/ 0 France Horsemanship Courses 2011 http://www.horselistener.co.uk/2011/09/france-horsemanship-courses-2011/ http://www.horselistener.co.uk/2011/09/france-horsemanship-courses-2011/#comments Mon, 26 Sep 2011 10:43:15 +0000 admin http://www.horselistener.co.uk/?p=502 John had a fantastic time yet again in France lots of keen students and lovely horses.  We would like to say a big thank you to Susannah Pook for organising everything so well. Along with all the participants human & equine.

See you next year

Merci Beaucoup

John & Daisy

Here is some recent feedback:

Dear John,

I just got back from my week on the France course having safely unloaded “my big boy” after your (much appreciated) Master Class in loading him.  We then walked politely together to his field and as I tipped his face towards me to take his head collar off – he looked at me with his big brown eyes and I swear I heard him say “Thank You” . . . .

I am sure I can speak for all of us on the France 2011 course that we had a blast, we laughed lots, and we learned even more.  I too would like to say a heartfelt Thank You.

A la prochaine…

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A bargy horse is often seen as rude but it is down to us to explain to the horse in a kind and consistent way how we would like the horse to be around us.

Horses are continually trying to communicate with us and it is up to us to notice and take care of the little things so the big things don’t happen.  You couldn’t do anything with a horse without his willingness to try; it is vital you reward even the smallest try.

Adding pressure to a situation can confuse the horse, aim for lightness and clear communication when handling and riding your horse.

You need to look after both the physical and emotional well being of your horse and yourself.  Ensuring your horse is physically capable of doing what you are asking him to do and is happy in the environment you keep him in.  Your horse knows what mood you are in from the moment he sees you, it is your duty to listen and understand how he is feeling.

We are all on a journey with our horses, they have so much to teach us.

Don’t forget we love hearing your updates.

Daisy, John & all the Horses at Old Shawls

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“John working with EMW ‘Beanie’ was a
huge highlight to a wonderful day full
of lovely people both demo-ing
and spectating.
The day raised a phenomenal £743.33
Our most sincere and grateful thanks
go to all concerned and especially to
Terry Reader for such superb Photo’s”

we are now looking forward to the 2012 Ways With Horses

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READ ABOUT THIS EVENT

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]]> http://www.horselistener.co.uk/2011/08/ways-with-horsesin-aid-of-equine-market-watch/feed/ 1 Feedback about our Horsemanship Courses http://www.horselistener.co.uk/2011/05/feedback-about-our-horsemanship-courses/ http://www.horselistener.co.uk/2011/05/feedback-about-our-horsemanship-courses/#comments Tue, 31 May 2011 12:18:28 +0000 admin http://www.horselistener.co.uk/?p=468 Here are the latest comments on our facebook page about our courses:

http://www.facebook.com/horselistener

“Thanks to John @ Daisy for a fabulous weekend, your both an inspriation to believe that if we just take our time and listen to our horses, then the world could be a better place, for both horse and rider. Thank u,,, see u soon. Rose xx”

“Thankyou John & Daisy for such a lovely weekend (horse & owner weekend) brilliant :) xxx”

“Amazing weekend thanks to John and Daisy. Can’t believe the difference in Rosie absolutely brilliant. Thank you for everything. Katy and Rosie xx”

New July & August dates added below:)

]]> http://www.horselistener.co.uk/2011/05/feedback-about-our-horsemanship-courses/feed/ 0 Horsemanship Course Dates 2012 http://www.horselistener.co.uk/2011/05/horsemanship-courses-in-2011-2/ http://www.horselistener.co.uk/2011/05/horsemanship-courses-in-2011-2/#comments Wed, 25 May 2011 14:51:25 +0000 admin http://www.horselistener.co.uk/?p=463 For the latest dates of our Horsemanship Courses for 2012 please go to the contact page, the booking form and dates are on the drop down bar.

Horsemanship courses that will help you achieve your aims and goals:

Horsemanship Course Dates:

We can arrange dates to suit you, feel free to phone to chat in more detail about the courses.

2nd & 3rd of April ~ One To One Horsemanship Course- Fully Booked

7th & 8th April ~ Listening Skills Course- Places Available
14th & 15th April ~ Listening Skills Course- 3 Places Left
21st & 22nd April ~ Horse & Owner Course- Fully Booked
26th – 29th April~ 4 Day Starting The Young Horse Course- Places Available

5th & 6th May ~ Horse & Owner Course- Places Available
12th & 13th May~ Horse & Owner Course - Places Available
19th & 20th May~ Listening Skills Course – Places Available
24th -27th May~ Starting The Young Horse Course -Places Available

2nd & 3rd June~ Horse & Owner Course -Places Available
9th & 10th June~Horse Listening Skills-Places Available
16th & 17th June~Horse Listening Skills-Places Available
21st -24th June~ Starting the Young Horse Course-Places Available

30th June & 1st July ~ Horse & Owners Course -Places Available
14th & 15th July~Horse Listening Skills Course -Places Available
21st &22nd July ~Horse Listening Skills Course- Places Available
28th & 29th July ~ Horse & Owner Course -Places Available

4th & 5th August ~ One to One Horsemanship Course -Places Available
11th & 12th August ~ Horse Listening Skills-Places Available
18th & 19th August~ Horse & Owner Course -Places Available
25th & 26th August~ Horse & Owner Course -Places Available

13th & 14th October ~Handling The Untouched Horse Course-Places Available
20th & 21st October ~Handling the Untouched Horse Course-Places Available


Book now to save your place  Tel;01981 510 269

Feel free to phone 01981 510 269 to talk to John about the courses in more detail and how we can help you and your horse together.

See you soon:)

]]> http://www.horselistener.co.uk/2011/05/horsemanship-courses-in-2011-2/feed/ 1 John’s September 2010 Trip to France http://www.horselistener.co.uk/2010/09/johns-september-2010-trip-to-france/ http://www.horselistener.co.uk/2010/09/johns-september-2010-trip-to-france/#comments Wed, 22 Sep 2010 14:34:33 +0000 admin http://www.horselistener.co.uk/?p=423 Another fun set of private courses run in France.   John taught Adults and Children working on lightness both on the ground and ridden work.  Here is some feedback from last weeks course:

Last night as we were leaving your place I said to Kennedy in the car, did you enjoy today? and she replied “Mom today was the best day of my life, EVER”. . I thought John would be interested to know.  I too thought that my 2 days were some of the more enlightening moments of my life  – so as far as the Timms are concerned we more than got our money’s worth and couldn’t be happier.  We both would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Jonh and to You Susannah for all your enormous effort and thought and planning that went into this event.   We now have a dedicated piggy bank at home to save up for for next time. 
 
joc   xxx

 

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]]> http://www.horselistener.co.uk/2010/07/join-us-on-facebook-twitter/feed/ 0 Horsemanship Courses at Old Shawls Farm http://www.horselistener.co.uk/2010/07/new-horsemanship-course-dates/ http://www.horselistener.co.uk/2010/07/new-horsemanship-course-dates/#comments Mon, 12 Jul 2010 13:08:14 +0000 admin http://www.horselistener.co.uk/?p=352 We are having a fantastic time at Old Shawls Farm on the horsemanship courses. Meeting wonderful people and horses,  helping horses and people together and having fun too.

Don’t miss out, bring your friends and family and have a unique experience


No problem if the dates listed are not suitable we can arrange one to suit you.

We look forward to seeing you at Old Shawls farm for fun and total immersion in horses.

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