Riding with Mindful Movement
Learn to communicate the way your horse understands - through body language, connected movement, and nuanced detail - to achieve relaxation, softness, and unity in all your interactions.
May 3, 2025 JL Winding Road Farm, Reidsville NC
Develop Meaningful Connection with Your Horse Through Mindful Movement and Communication
This clinic promises clearer and more effective ways to communicate with your horse, overcome unconscious internal obstacles, and build trust and connection from the ground up. You'll experience the grace and power of your horse at their fullest potential and experience the magic of moving in harmony.
You will learn:
Techniques for mindful movement in your own body that lead to clearer communication with your horse.
How to overcome unconscious internal obstacles to effective riding skills.
Powerful approaches to developing trust and connection that will help you feel safe and confident with your horse.
Topics include:
Safe handling techniques that translate to a better ridden partnership, reducing distractions, spookiness, and pushiness in your horse.
Building skills to experience fluid, balanced, and unified movement.
Unlocking the magic between you and your horse wherever you are together.
I have witnessed Stacey teach to all equine enthusiasts from the first ride to riding cross country or down centerline. My journey with Stacey began at her farm at her Heart Centered Horsemanship clinic in 2017. I was in search of a way of interacting with my horse that was more relationship based. Since then, I have trained with Stacey and hosted clinics here at my farm featuring her heart centered approach. I learned to “let go” in my body so I could help my horse let go. I learned to speak softly to my horses and wait patiently for the answer. Over time I have completely transformed my interactions with my horses and reached goals I could not imagine. Bareback and Bridleless riding in full trust with both my warmblood and my Arabian. If you are ready to transform your interactions with your horses and truly create a communication-based ride with harmony as the result then don’t waste another day, sign up with Stacey NOW.
Julie Luther, owner of JL Winding Road Farm
These skills will benefit anyone who is looking to improve foundational skills for better results in their relationship with their horse, whether you're a beginner or an internationally competitive rider.
If your horse is often tense and braced, or if you struggle with communication or safety issues, this clinic is designed to help you achieve a better partnership with your horse. This is perfect for those who seek a transformative experience rather than sticking to the same old methods.
You'll learn how to...
Communicate in the language of the horse so they can clearly understand your requests without hours of training.
Become a source of calm and safety for your horse to reduce distraction and spookiness.
Create and maintain a meditative connection with your horse in which you move together effortlessly as one.
Bring out the best version of your horse in all situations.
Learn tools that will empower you to address issues and respond to your horse effectively in every moment, ensuring safer and more joyful experiences, both on the ground as well as in the saddle.
Stacey Carter has beautifully integrated the principles of improving awareness and fostering ease in horse and rider. She's skilled at enhancing communication and promoting harmony in equine-human interactions. Stacey’s ability and depth of experience are evident in the compassionate way she teaches and trains.
Mary Debono, Creator of Debono Moves
JL Winding Road Farm
1108 Mount Carmel Church Road
Reidsville, NC
Don’t miss your chance to have the relationship of your dreams.
All disciplines and experience levels of riders (and horses!) are welcome.
Schedule Overview:
9 - 10:15
Mindful movement on the mat (without horses) covering:
-Using subtle movements of your body to communicate clearly with your horse while riding
-Mindfulness practices that instantly improve balance and body control
-Effective ways to improve your horse's performance by improving yourself
10:30 - 12
Group session on the ground (with horses) covering:
-becoming a safe space for your horse
-speaking the horse's language
-developing softness and connected movement
12 - 1
Lunch Break
Q&A/Discussion During Lunch
1:15 - 5:15
Semi-privates with 1:1 attention
Each one-hour spot will include 2 participants with individual attention given to each.
Riders will receive instruction appropriate to their individual needs with time allowed for processing and practice.
These sessions will integrate the morning lessons into riding, as well as addressing individual needs and challenges.
For those preferring not to ride, continued groundwork is also an option.
Ongoing Support
Participants are invited to stay in touch through our online group that offers instruction, support, and connection with a like-minded community of people.
For questions or more info about the clinic, please contact [email protected]
Space is limited - Reserve your spot early!
Participant Requirements
Participants should come with an open mind and a willingness to let go of old habits that aren't working! This approach to horsemanship and riding may be unlike anything you have ever experienced. Rather than addressing what the horse needs to do, this is about addressing what the person can do to improve outcomes for the horse.
Be aware that the focus of the clinic will be on what you and your horse need in order to have a successful and positive experience.
While it is great to have a goal, participants will be encouraged to address the immediate needs for themselves and their individual horse. In the experience of c0-creating with horses, we follow their lead as we work towards achieving a desired outcome. Happy and healthy horses are the number one priority!
All skill levels and disciplines are welcome! You don't even need to ride your horse to participate!
This clinic might not be suited to you if
-You're committed to another method or uncomfortable trying out new ideas with your horse.
-If you feel the need to control your horse and find it impossible to change what you're doing in order to get a different result
-You want to fix the horse without working on yourself
-You're looking to master specific skills required for competition
Full Participants
$150
Clinic fee includes:
Stall for your horse for the day
Lunch: with vegan, vegetarian and gluten free options available
Q&A session during lunch
Pre-clinic video training, covering:
-Basics of Mindful Movement for Riders
-Introduction to "speaking" the language of the horse
-Developing connected movement
1 month of access to Mindful Movement for Riders Online Group:
Stay connected to like=minded community in a safe and supported environment. Virtual sessions will include short video lessons, question and answer opportunities, and interactive discussion.
Auditors
$50
Auditor Fee Includes:
Mindful Movement for Riders class
Lunch with vegan, vegetarian, and gluten free options available
Participation in Q&A sessions
Pre-clinic video training, covering:
-Basics of Mindful Movement for Riders
-Introduction to "speaking" the language of the horse
-Developing connected movement
1 month access to Mindful Movement for Riders Online Group:
Stay connected to like=minded community in a safe and supported environment. Virtual sessions will include short video lessons, question and answer opportunities, and interactive discussion.
Frequently Asked Questions
What if I don’t ride, or if I drive my horse, can I still participate?
Yes, this clinic is ideal for both ridden and non-ridden horses. You will learn a variety of activities you can practice with your non-ridden horse to develop a cooperative and mutually enjoyable relationship.
If I have a young horse that I’m not riding yet, can I still participate?
Yes, definitely! The goal of this clinic is to provide a safe and successful experience whether ridden or in hand. This work is an excellent foundation for ridden work in the future.
My horse is a little unruly. Can we still participate?
Yes, this clinic will help you and your horse overcome behavioral and emotional challenges.
Is this clinic specific to a certain discipline of riding?
While the riding portion is based on basic dressage to encourage the horse to be relaxed, rhythmic and well balanced, riders of all disciplines are encouraged to participate. Participants are welcome to ride in English or western tack, or even bareback!
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