🌿🐴Mindful Horsemanship 🐴🌿
A 10-Week Journey of Connection and Confidence
🌿🐴 Mindful Horsemanship 🐴🌿
A 10-Week Journey of Connection and Confidence
Join us for a 10-week group experience designed for teens and adults seeking a deeper, more meaningful connection with horses — beyond traditional riding lessons. This course focuses on therapeutic horsemanship, where the emphasis is on mutual trust, clear communication, and authentic connection between horse and human.
Thursdays 4:00pm-6:00pm
March 27 - May 29
LaBelle Equestrian, 2445 Centenary Church Road, Mt. Ulla NC
This course is perfect for anyone who longs for a deeper bond with horses, whether you are new to riding, experienced, or simply looking for a new approach. The focus is on feeling safe, seen, and connected — and helping your horse feel the same.
Each week, we’ll spend two hours together exploring:
✨ Mindful movement to improve self-awareness and clear communication with horses.
🌱 Grounding techniques to regulate your nervous system and create a sense of calm and safety.
🐴 Speaking the language of the horse through movement, body language, position and energy.
💛 Relaxation and connection practices to build a relationship based on trust and mutual understanding.
🧘♀️ Body awareness and nervous system regulation — learning how your inner state influences your horse.
🦄 Riding with connected movement — experiencing softness, fluidity, and partnership in the saddle.
Experience the deep connection and joy that unfolds when we slow down, listen, and truly understand the language of horses.
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Stacey is the embodiment of Heart Centered Horsemanship! It was obvious from our first encounter that her heart is in all she teaches. My relationship and connection with my horse (Dixie) has improved because of her methods. Stacey has made me a better rider and Dixie is calmer and we are more attuned to each other
-Kathy Knutson
The time spent at LaBelle Equestrian with Stacey brings a smile to my face! I remember the thoughtful depth that Stacey used to teach our mixed group of participants. She met each individual where they were at. It was a beautiful day spent outside moving and working my body in new ways with new consciousness. I remember how refreshed and calm I felt after. At the center of all of this - the reason it came alive the way it did - is Stacey. Thoughtful, kind, reassuring, she has helped me rethink the mechanics of my and my horse’s body. It has been one of the most refreshing classes I have ever taken and I hope more people get the chance!
-Kaitlin Rice
Stacey Carter of Heart Centered Horsemanship is a compassionate yoga teacher and horse trainer that heals horses and people. Her yoga classes are tied to our deep bond with the healing power of our relationship with horses. She relates yoga moves to those we do on horses but you don't need to be a rider to benefit. Stacey focuses on her students and is aware of their individual needs just as she does with the animals she works with. She is truly an amazing teacher and healer! We are blessed to have her here in North Carolina!
Brenda Bergeron
LaBelle Equestrian
2445 Centenary Church Road, Mt. Ulla NC
Thursdays from 4 - 6 pm
March 27 - May 29
Pricing and Participation Options:
10 weekly sessions
$250
FAQ's
Can I bring my own horse?
Yes! We have horses available for participants, but you are also welcome to bring your own horse if you choose.
Does this course include riding?
Yes! Participants may choose to ride, though that is not the primary focus of the course. Riding will focus on mindfulness of how our movements are interpreted by the horse, and being clear intentional, and congruent.
Do I need previous experience with horses to participate?
This course is designed to accommodate participants of all experience levels. Beginners will learn the basics of horsemanship and riding while more seasoned riders will learn skills that will enhance all aspects of their relationship with their horses.
What ages may participate?
This course is designed for ages 13 and up.
