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Horsin' Around

Deb Diller
5950 N Boothe Lane
Rocheport, Mo 65279

573-999-3723

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Instruction

Philosophy

Horsin' Around's first priority is safety. Students will learn how to appreciate the importance of safety and practice being safe at and around the ranch. Ironically, the horse's first priority is safety as well. Students will lean about the four priorities of horses and experience these first hand, both on the ground and in the saddle. Riding with balance, awareness, and focus help horse and rider build confidence and respect during riding sessions.

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Liability waiver required.

Riding lessons are scheduled six lessons for $180.00.

GROUNDWORK:

Equine priorities	Prey/predator	Vision/body language
Establishing leadership	Approach/catch	Respect
Patience	Tools/equipment	Halter/lead
Rope tying	Grooming	Games
Saddling/mounting	Brace	Phases

CONTROLLED RIDING:

Lateral flexion	Emergency stop/dismount	Riding with one rein
Go/whoa	Turning	Body language
Balance	Rhythm	Rewarding correct responses
Riding the rail	Disengage hindquarters	Changing directions
Backing	Impulsion	Sidepass
Trotting	Energy up/down	Transitions

Continuing education and advancement moves into: bridling, canter, trailer loading, jumping, refining the basics.

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Deb Diller

Originally from St. Louis, Deb has lived in Columbia for over 23 years. She attended MU and has taught in Columbia Public Schools for 19 years. She loves what Natural Horsemanship has done for her and how it has improved her teaching. She values learning and the journey of improvement. She continues to build her knowledge and skills in teaching as well as in horsemanship.