Hi Patti,

I rode King yesterday and everything went really well.  He was flawless on the lunge line (I didn’t use the Pessoa system as it was my first solo run) and he only got ‘stuck’ once under saddle in the arena.  I cooled him out in the field and also did some trot and canter out there and he got stuck again a few times (he decided that we were done).  The good news is that I found my missing link – if I ask him to do an upward transition without flexing/loosening his jowl left and/or right first, then he gets stuck, but if I make sure he is supple first I get flawless upward transitions.  My husband commented on my busy seat in the canter – I am determined to fix that, so next lesson that has to be the focus, please!!  I will also practice on Wilma’s horse.  I think I need to just sit there and let them break out of canter and try again until I get them ahead of my leg instead of always driving with my seat … begging as you would say!!

I was so excited as I finally overcame my fears … I would have never thought a month ago that I could have ridden him all by myself again.  I totally thought that I had ruined him and there was no way I could overcome him testing me, but I DID!!  Thank you so much for all your help, I am glad my mom kicked my butt to have him put in training for a bit!

I tried raking the deep spots in the arena.  I figured they probably happen from cantering on the lunge line – what do you think?  I don’t want him getting hurt in the deep stuff … should we avoid cantering on the lunge line?  Alternatively, you can also ride him out in the field if you want to work in a bigger space.  There are a lot of flat areas … I would just do a walk through first to find an area that is free of holes! 

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When I hit a block in the road and was unable to communicate with my horse, Patti’s patience and resistant-free training method helped me regain my confidence and get back in the saddle.  Thanks to Patti’s positive reinforcement and encouragement, I am now able to enjoy all that my horse has to offer.

Dawn Folliet

From the moment I met Patti, her professional and friendly attitude shone through. Without any hesitation, she handled my concerns and needs promptly and courteously and this after meeting her for 10 minutes. Patti brings an upbeat, positive atmosphere to any situation and shows respect and empathy for both rider and horse. As with all good professionals, she has shown a willingness to upgrade her skills in both the training and teaching aspects of riding. I look forward to the next time we get to ride together!

Marnie Hamilton

Hi Patti:

I can say that you have committed yourself to your business by continuing to seek knowledge and training technical from your peers. You are committed to the welfare of the horses in your care and are willing to assist any rider no matter their level of experience.

Lynn Saunders

After taking weekly lessons with Patti since early this year, I have managed to make great progress with my horse, Dually.  Previously I was working and riding alone and really needed help to go further in his training.  Patti has been infinitely patient with both of us, very encouraging, and always has great suggestions to get around a variety of roadblocks we have hit along the way.  I look forward to those lesson times every week, and it is so good to have a focus in my training and practicing in between.  I not only have found a great coach in Patti, but also a good friend.

Janice Hagedorn

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