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The trainers listed are not necessarily endorsed by this website but are here to serve as a general resource for locating a natural horsemanship trainer near you. Contact the trainer directly and ask for references as needed to determine if one of these trainers is right for you.
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- Jamie Thomas - www.nomadsrestranch.com
- My training program is geared towards the gentling and starting of mustangs and young horses for trail riding, dressage and mountain trail competitions. My background consists of over 20 years of classical dressage training coupled with natural horsemanship techniques. I have completed the John Lyons Apprenticeship Program through certified trainers and I am an advanced student of the Steve Rother Horsemanship Program. I am an approved Mustang Heritage Foundation TIP Trainer (Trainer Incentive Program). Extreme Mustang Makeover Trainer: 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010; 2009 Kitsap Saddle Club Colt Starting Challenge Champion; 2008 Supreme Horsewoman Contest: Top 5; 2009 NW Mountain Trail Championships: Champion & Reserve Champion
- Contact Information:
- Jamie Thomas
- Nomad's Rest Ranch, LLC
- 19015 SE Lake Holm Road
- Auburn, Washington 98092
- Phone: 206-817-3731
- Email: jthomas@nomadsrestranch.com
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- Jessica Newcomb - www.richardshrake.com
- Richard Shrake Resistance
Free® Accredited Trainer. Trainer Specialties:
Beginning Rider Lessons, Recreational Rider
Lessons, Youth Rider Lessons, Adult Rider Lessons.
- Contact Information:
- Jessica Newcomb
- 30410 NE McBride Road
- Battleground, Washington
98604
- Phone: 360-666-8386 or 360-600-4274
- Email: gldnfilly1@aol.com
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- Tom Lutton - www.peacearchequestrian.net
- Resistance Free® Riding
& Training Utilizing the 3 R’s of riding:
Right Question, Right Time, Right Intensity.
At Peace Arch, love and care of the horse is
combined with the highest standard of riding
instruction. Our goal is to help riders learn
and enjoy their horses, and horses enjoy their
riders. Peace Arch teaches not only riding,
but also the meaning of true horsemanship. Finesse,
not force, is the key. Remember that, "WHERE
KNOWLEDGE ENDS, ABUSE BEGINS!" Our long
term goal is to develop balanced, willing horses
and thoughtful tactful riders. "I have
found that most horse problems are in reality
people problems. At Peace arch we work on correcting
people problems by giving them a true understanding
of the communication network between horse and
rider." Tom has been working with horses
for over 50 years and training and teaching
professionally for over 10 years. Tom is a fully
accredited Resistance Free® horse trainer and
riding instructor and is certified through the
American Riding Instructor Association.
- Contact Information:
- Tom Lutton
- Peace Arch Equestrian Center
- 4520 Anderson Road
- Blaine, Washington 98230
- Phone: 360-371-3109
- Email: tomluttonclinics@aol.com
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- Ben Smith - www.johnlyons.com
- John Lyons Certified Trainer
- Contact Information:
- Ben Smith
- 2864 S. East Camano Drive
- Camano Island, Washington 98282
- Phone: 425-785-2495
- Email: bsmith194@aol.com
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- Scot Hansen - www.horsethink.com
- Scot is a retired mounted
police officer who trained officers and horses,
purchased remounts, and worked the streets. He
attended the San Jose Mounted Police School
and the RCMP Riding School in Ottawa, Ontario.
He has participated in numerous clinics and
training with many of today’s top Natural Horsemanship
clinicians. In addition to those skills, he
has also had training from classical dressage
instructors and has a good working knowledge
of dressage. He has participated in brandings,
team penning, trail riding, and packing. This
broad background gives Scot a vast working knowledge
of what it takes to have a horse perform in
a variety of disciplines and environments. In
2002, Scot created a clinic and later produced
an award winning video “Self Defense for Trail
Riders.” Based on questions from his clients
about safety on the trails, he developed the
clinic and video for trail riders who wanted
to know how they could use their horse to defend
against a human predator on the trail. Numerous
articles about his work have been published
in regional and national newspapers and magazines,
and he has made guest appearances on radio shows.
He now performs his “Self Defense for Trail
Riders” demonstrations at Horse Expos throughout
the nation. Scot has had many training and general
horsemanship articles published widely both
in print and on-line. His wide range of experience,
instruction, and practical use of horses allows
Scot to effectively teach a wide array of horsemanship
skills. Scot is available for demos and clinics
worldwide.
- Contact Information:
- Scot Hansen
- HorseThink
- P.O. Box 839
- Carnation, Washington 98014-0839
- Phone: 425-830-6260
- email: Sandy@HorseThink.com
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- Shannon King - www.horse2human.com
- Horse2Human, Inc. and its home base, Dragonwood Equine Facility in Cle Elum, WA, combine their services to create an exemplary business which introduces and creates amazing horse and human relationships. Training techniques include a foundation of the John Lyons techniques (Certified Trainer since 1999) and holistically balanced, sophisticated styles of Natural Horsemanship, and brings the horse and human to an intricate and fluent language. Horse2Human, Inc. (H2H Inc.) provides a variety of services including Intensive Foundation programs for both you and your horse - great for starting or restarting a relationship with a horse of any age, breed, or discipline. In addition, H2H Inc. offers Private Instruction, Mobile Educational Services, Transportation and Trailer Education Services, as well as hosting a variety of Clinics and other Events. If you are looking to expand your knowledge and add to your skills with each and every horse in your life, come and visit us to explore some ideas for your next path!
- Contact Information:
- Shannon King
- Horse2Human, Inc.
- 4051 Lambert Road
- Cle Elum, Washington 98922
- Phone: 509-260-0385
- Email: shannon@horse2human.com
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- Gerry Cox - www.mountainhousestables.com
- 3rd Place Winner 2010 Extreme Mustang Makeover. Mountain House Stables is an incredible horse boarding and training facility in beautiful Colville, Washington, just 55 miles North of Spokane. Our facilities include indoor and outdoor arenas, covered and open round pens, breaking corrals, stalls paddocks and endless trail riding opportunities and team roping. We also offer lessons and clinics specializing in natural horsemanship techniques or arena rental for your own needs. Please call Gerry or Kathleen for more information.
- Contact Information:
- Gerry Cox
- Mountain House Stables
- 775 Old Arden Highway
- Colville, Washington 99114
- Phone: 509-685-1977 or 509-378-2251
- Email: lei@ak.net
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- Leeanne Shannon - www.johnlyons.com
- John Lyons Certified Trainer
- Contact Information:
- Leeanne Shannon
- 997 Slide Creek Road
- Colville, Washington 99114
- Phone: 509-684-8564l
- Email: lcshannon@yahoo.com
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- Ann Kirk - www.annkirk.com
- Ann's focus is on connecting the owner with their horse. She offers clinics, lessons and easy to understand counsel concerning everyday problems. She can help you in any area, but specializes in solving foundational training issues, training the horse to control its emotional response and restoring your confidence through knowing what to do in uncertain situations. Feel welcome to contact Ann; she is never to busy to chat.
- Contact Information:
- Ann Kirk
- Sensible Horsemanship
- 18515 E. Chapman Road
- Elk, Washington 99009
- Phone: 509-292-2475
- Email: info@annkirk.com
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- Greg Eliel - www.gregeliel.com
- Horsemanship" is
the human’s ability to create unity with the
horse from feel, timing, and balance. This is
achieved through understanding the mind of the
horse. The result is a calm, content horse that
exhibits suppleness, straightness, energy (or
"life"), and flexibility -- all the
things necessary for any discipline of riding.
We need to develop the ability to understand
what the horses are telling us by reading their
expressions and, further, by fulfilling their
need to be comfortable on the inside. Humility,
time, dedication, discipline, patience, and
self-awareness are the major ingredients to
achieving a confident, soft, willing horse.
- Contact Information:
- Greg Eliel
- 70 Ross Road
- Ellensburg, Washington 98926
- Phone: (509) 968-4234
- Fax: (509) 968-4233
- Email: ucross@elltel.net
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- Therese ("Terry")
Hutchins - www.nwnhc.com
- Terry currently is a Level
1 Centered Riding Instructor and is working
on her Parelli Level 3. She has done extensive
course work in many aspects of natural horsemanship
and equine health and received a Parelli certificate
in foundation training from the La Cense Center
in Montana. She has also studied Advanced Fluidity
with Linda Parelli. Terry does both private
and group riding lessons for all ages and trains
horses and their owners in the foundations of
natural horsemanship. She also teaches 2-day
clinics and 5-day intensive study that blends
the principles of natural horsemanship and Centered
Riding. Terry, along with her husband "Hutch,"
are founders of the Northwest Natural Horsemanship
Center in Fall City, Washington.
- Contact Information:
- Therese ("Terry")
Hutchins
- Northwest Natural Horsemanship
Center
- 31022 SE Redmond Fall City
Road
- Fall City, Washington 98024
- Phone: 425-222-7911
- Email: nwnhc@nwnhc.com
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- Mishelle Taylor - www.johnlyons.com
- John Lyons Certified Trainer
- Contact Information:
- Mishelle Taylor
- 7102 67th Drive NE
- Marysville, Washington 98270
- Phone: 360-659-2566
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- Marc Rea - http://rearanch.com/
- Get extraordinary
results with your horse...naturally. Communicate
through understanding and psychology rather
than fear, force and intimidation. Help
your horse become calmer, smarter, braver
and more athletic. Marc Rea, an Endorsed
3-Star Parelli instructor and young horse
trainer, is available for both clinics and
lessons. During a clinic with Marc you can
expect step-by-step instruction and "how-to"
exercises designed to help you communicate
effectively with your horse. You'll have
fun and experience immediate results.
- Contact Information:
- Marc Rea
- 532 Lost River Road
- Mazama, Washington 98833
- Phone: 509-996-2567
- Email: mrea@methownet.com
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- Barb Apple - www.barbapple-horseplay.net
- Barb was one of the top instructors in the Parelli program for over 12 years and held the title of Course Instructor for 3 years before going on to build her own business: Horse Play, LLC. Also a level 1 Sally Swift Centered Riding Instructor, she has the understanding and experience to help improve every aspect of the horse/human relationship. Barb travels all over the country teaching Natural Horsemanship & Riding clinics. In the summer of 2007 her dream of opening the Horse Play Ranch near Yelm, Washington, became a reality, where "Cowgirl Spa Retreats" pamper your body and mind; riders of all disciplines and abilities learn to understand equine psychology and nonverbal communication; and where Living One's Passion with horses can become a reality. Clinic topics include "Building A Trail Horse," "Becoming The Leader Your Horse Needs You To Be," "Bareback Basics," "Confidence Building," and "Communicating With Your Horse Through Consideration From the Ground To The Saddle."
- Contact Information:
- Barb Apple
- Horse Play
- P.O. Box 825
- McKenna, Washington 98558
- Phone (Office): 360-337-7433
- Phone (Ranch): 360-832-3616
- Email: horseplay1@barbapple.com
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- Susan Kirk - www.horsestalkilisten.com
- John Lyons Certified Trainer 1993-1994. Susan is available for Liberty Performances with her Extreme Mustang Makeover Horse “Big Mac” and for Public Education and Performances at Equine Fairs and Expos. Sample DVD Available. Susan is also available for group clinics, womens’ retreats and kids camps. For these services please contact Susan’s Personal Assistant: Wendy Lehne at: Wendylehne@hotmail.com. Susan is also available for private training and instruction at her ranch or yours. Susan has developed her own brand of mastering horsemanship and brings to the table many skills combined to assure you and your horse the best training experience and care possible. Now Available – “Trailer Training for You and Your Horse” by Susan Kirk.
- Contact Information:
- Susan Kirk
- 50 Ames Lane
- Oakville, Washington 98568
- Phone: 360-259-4083
- Email: SkatBlackRiverR@aol.com
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- Otis Orchards, Washington
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- Michael Obuchowski - www.johnlyons.com
- John Lyons Certified Trainer
- Contact Information:
- Michael Obuchowski
- 5306 North Kenney Road
- Otis Orchards, Washington 99027
- Phone: 509-979-6811
- Email: highcountrymgmt@comcast.net
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- Christa Satterfield -
www.johnlyons.com
- John Lyons Certified Trainer
- Contact Information:
- Christa Satterfield
- 5110 West Sagemoor Road
- Pasco, Washington 99301
- Phone: 509-266-4929
- Email: soulonthewind@hotmail.com
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- Evan Bonner - http://olympicdreamhorsemanship.weebly.com/
- Evan is a Level 3 Refinement Graduate in Parelli Natural Horsemanship and so far has 10 Endorsements in Dennis Reis Universal Horsemanship. He specializes in foundation training, "horse taming" and starting horses under saddle. He also offers young horse handling and difficult horse handling. It’s all about starting a relationship with the horse…so the owner can then develop a partnership, and progress, safely, and confidently, with a willing animal. “Your horse becomes your partner…naturally!”
- Contact Information:
- Evan Bonner
- Olympic Dream Horsemanship
- Port Orchard, Washington
- Phone: 360-551-3736
- Email: Evan.Bonner@gmail.com
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- Kim Levinson -
www.kimlevinsonhorsemanship.com
- John & Josh Lyons Certified Trainer, Instructor & Clinician - I specialize in what I like to call my approach to "The Whole Horse Training" for better communication and understanding of why and how horses learn, respond and interact with people as they seek comfort and safety in our ability to lead them. What most see as behavioral problems in their horse, I view as an opportunity for training. Horses don't go out of their way to be bothersome; we take them out of their natural environment and ask them to perform certain tasks. It is then our responsibility to communicate clearly to the horse what it is we are asking of them without fear or punishment.
- Contact Information:
- Kim Levinson
- Physical address: (No mail accepted at physical address, please use P.O. Box below)
- 9242 Bethel Burley Road S.E.
- Port Orchard, Washington 98367
- Mailing address:
- Rolling Maples Equine Training Center
- P.O. Box 742
- Burley, Washington 98322-0742
- Phone: 360-471-2559
- Email: kimlevinson@gmail.com
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- Amy Allen - http://aaequestrian.tripod.com
- Amy Allen is an experienced
horse trainer/riding instructor in Shelton,
WA, who specializes in unbroke and problem horses
and working with students who are afraid or
have been through a traumatic experience. Amy
uses her horses to teach Natural Horsmanship
or travels to your location to give you lessons
on your horse. She teaches all ages and levels,
from beginner to advanced, improving their equitation
and communication with the horse. Amy will also
train or teach you how to work with your young,
unbroke or problem horse
- Contact Information:
- Amy Allen
- AA Equestrian
- 728 West Hurley Waldrip Road
- Shelton, Washington 98584
- Phone/Fax: 360-426-1164
- Cellphone: 360-480-5327
- Email: amysgame@hotmail.com
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- Julian Kennedy - www.richardshrake.com
- Richard Shrake Resistance
Free® Accredited Trainer. Trainer Specialties:
Beginning Rider Lessons, Intermediate Rider
Lessons, Recreational Rider Lessons, Youth Rider
Lessons, Adult Rider Lessons, Clinics and Demos,
Groundwork.
- Contact Information:
- Julian Kennedy
- PJ's Horses
- West 570 Fredson Road
- Shelton, Washington 98584
- Phone: 360-426-9474
- Email: pjshorses@aol.com
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- Michelle Sevigny - www.richardshrake.com
- Richard Shrake Resistance
Free® Accredited Trainer. Trainer Specialties:
Trainer Specialties: Beginning Rider Lessons,
Intermediate Rider Lessons, Recreational Rider
Lessons, Youth Rider Lessons, Adult Rider Lessons.
- Contact Information:
- Michelle Sevigny
- 7E Stables
- 3957 NW Mountain View Road
- Silverdale, Washington 98383
- Phone: 360-697-3599 or 360-509-9662
- Email: mk7e@hotmail.com
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- Monica Stephens - www.naturalhorsesavvy.com
- Natural Horsemanship
Training is a well-balanced method based
on the natural flow of communication between
animals. Our methods allow you to use energy
and subtle body language to communicate
with your horse. There is no need for stud
chains, whips, shocks or any form of negative
contact. Building on trust and respect,
your horse will start to gain confidence
in your leadership, and you and your horse
will quickly move to a deeper level of relationship.
The ideal relationship with your horse is
one where he responds and follows you because
he trusts your leadership. A gadget or bribe
dependent horse is not responding out of
love or trust but rather fear or manipulation.
This isn't healthy, long lasting or reliable.
We will start from the very basics and put
a good foundation on your horse, build on
a trusting relationship, and work through
any problems on the ground or under saddle.
The result is a calm, well-adjusted, supple,
confident and willing horse that wants
to work with you. Create an intimate bond
with your horse and start your partnership
today!
- Contact Information:
- Monica Stephens
- 9307 72nd Street SE
- Snohomish, Washington 98290
- Phone: 206-384-6121
- Email: cowgirl77m@yahoo.com or
admin@naturalhorsesavvy.com
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- Aaron Weilert - http://jackdsquarterhorses.50megs.com/
- We specialize in natural horsemanship from foal to finishing using John Lyon's techniques. We are mostly involved with working cow horse and barrel racing, but basic training is done so any horse, any discipline, can benefit from it. Our one guarantee is your horse will be cared for as our own and never be struck or injured because of negligence. We love horses and we love to see them overcome their fears and become human partners for a lifetime.
- Contact Information:
- Aaron Weilert
- Jack D's Quarter Horse Ranch
- 6320 192nd Street SE
- Snohomish, Washington 98296
- Phone: 360-668-3794
- Email: jackdsquarterhorseranch@yahoo.com
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- Candi Anderson - www.ladyravenstables.com
- Candi has been training for 10 years, and she trains everything from Western Pleasure to Dressage - it ALL starts with Natural Horsemanship! She is currently training out of Lady Raven Stables - and we offer indoor/outdoor board, individual and private lessons - and MANY MANY CLINICS! Candi believes that Natural Horsemanship can/will make ANY horse/rider of ANY discipline better!
- Contact Information:
- Candi Anderson
- Anderson Training
- 325 West Austin
- Spokane, Washington 99208
- Phone: 509-218-9166
- Email: yourgfriday@yahoo.com
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- Larry Beeler - www.busybeeranch.net
- Larry L. Beeler B.S.,
An Sc:, Ms, HRM. Over 45 years horse experience.
John Lyons Certified Trainer (over 10 years).
Over 30 years instructing, teaching experience
in a multitude of horse and non-horse disciplines.
Over 20 years with Spokane County Horse 4H.
Specializeing in basic horsemanship to advanced
perfi horse Insti. (Reining). Spokane Falls
Community College. Additional continued education:
Introduction to Horse and Horsemanship 15 years.
Adult continuing education introduction to horseshoeing
10 years. Summer Youth Horsemanship Education
Program 5 years.
- Contact Information:
- Larry Beeler
- Busy Bee Ranch
- 14910 West Craig Road
- Spokane, Washington 99224
- Phone: 509-244-3531
- Email: busybeeranch@yahoo.com
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- Steve Rother - www.horseteacher.com
- Steve Rother combines the knowledge
of generations of horsemen with a natural ability
to work with horses to create Steve Rother Horsemanship. Steve
has a unique ability to teach and communicate his
style of natural horsemanship to both horse and
human.
- Contact Information:
- Steve Rother
- Steve Rother Horsemanship
- Spokane, Washington
Email: CLICK HERE
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- Ken Lowery - www.foundationfirst.webs.com
- FOUNDATION FIRST. Dedicated to putting a strong foundation to your horse's training, resulting in a safe and responsive partner. Also, specializing in unbroken, green broke and "problem" horses. Helping the rider to develop & build a sound working relationship with their horse. "Without a strong foundation upon which to build, all other training is only as strong as its weakest link." References available upon request.
- Contact Information:
- Ken Lowery
- Foundation First
- 178 Nelson Road
- Winlock, Washington 98596
- Phone: 360-785-0218
- Email: lowery014@juno.com
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- Randy Byers - www.randybyershorsemanship.com
- Randy proudly conveys the name of "Lyon's Legacy," the most trusted horseman. Randy is a well-rounded and experienced horseman who brings knowledge, ability and real talent to the horse and rider training experience. Over the years, Randy has devoted time, money and effort to develop his knowledge of horsemanship. He believes in the need for continued education through reputable resources. What works best is the application of sound principles through a trainer who can help you meet your goals and makes learning entertaining, compelling and clear.
- Contact Information:
- Randy Byers
- Randy Byers Horsemanship
- 1201 Yelm Avenue #400
- Yelm, Washington 98597
- Phone: 253-444-8946
- Email: byershorsemanship@gmail.com
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