Rusty’s Riding Retreat
Lesson program
Our lessons are all based on a principle of the least aversive and minimally invasive techniques
that encourage a clear two way communication between horse and rider. Everything we do at Rusty’s focuses on connection with the horse including our ridden lessons. By connecting physically in a balanced and stable way we make it easy for the horse to focus on
our communication and we don’t impede on the horses natural movement. The aim of any rider is to become the easiest load possible for the horse to carry. This applies to both our physical position and our mental and emotional load. By learning to control and calm our mind we reduce the emotional load
our horses have to carry. All school horses are ridden in bitless bridles with a focus on good biomechanics from both parties. We are happy to teach you on your own horse if you wish as we love to see our clients relationships with their horses grow. We are also able to assist with a diverse range of issues and concerns. Megan is our senior instructor and has many years of experience assisting riders who suffer from nerves and anxiety
and through her experiences has developed a teaching method that builds confidence in your physical abilities,
riding skills and mental focus. All basics are taught on classical dressage principles to benefit the horse
and can be applied to any discipline you can imagine. Let us know what your riding goals are and we will help you make them a reality.
Connection Training
Over many years of working with a wide variety of horses Megan has developed her own unique training system that builds confidence, physical skills and fitness as well as creating a calm and relaxed horse. Our Connection Training methods create deep bonds and an intense trust that is deeply focused on respect for the horse. Connection Training affords horses choices and gifts horses a sense of autonomy
and being heard. Liberty play, positive reinforcement, calming signals and agility play are combined with fitness and strengthening work that encourages wellness of the whole horse for any imaginable discipline. Most importantly we understand every horse is an individual and every relationship is different. We teach our clients how to communicate with their horses in a way the horses can understand, develop trust and feel secure - so you become a safe place for horses - which helps horse and rider to relax and achieve. If you’re interested in creating a bond that will last a lifetime and develop skills to fix any issue that may arise without force or fear in a way that’s fun and easy to do let us help you learn to how to help your horse. Pricing
Riding Lesson (One-on-One)
$80 per hour
Groundwork, Training and Horse Handling
$80 per hour
Weekday lessons on your horse at your property
$80 per hour + travel fee
