Located in Coldstream, “In Touch With Your Horse” is a horse riding school that offers a unique and holistic approach to horsemanship. Founded by Mandy Pretty, the school focuses on helping riders better understand and connect with their horses without compromising their relationship or the horse's individuality.
At “In Touch With Your Horse”, students have the opportunity to improve their emotional, mental, and physical balance through the methods of Tellington TTouch Training , Connected Riding , and the Surefoot Equine Stability System . Mandy Pretty's teaching style is supportive, fun, and concise, allowing students to understand exercises, gain confidence, and improve self-awareness and balance without excessive stress, repetition, fear, or pain.
Mandy Pretty is a renowned instructor who teaches riding and training clinics throughout Canada, Canada, and the United States. With a focus on classical principles of correctness, Mandy helps horses and riders of all disciplines find harmony, respect, and trust mutually. She is particularly passionate about Icelandic horses and offers clinics specifically tailored to their unique gaits, temperament, and needs.
When at home in Vernon, British Columbia, Canada, Mandy is available to teach Connected Riding Lessons for all levels, take horses in for training, and instruct riding and training clinics. Her mission is to help students see beyond innate instincts of horses, recognizing concrete reasons for behaviour and finding pragmatic yet forward-thinking solutions to problems.
Testimonials from satisfied clients praise Mandy's effectiveness with riders of all levels, from young beginners to advanced competitors. Her dedication to horses and riders is evident in her attention to detail and ability to make subtle corrections that improve posture and movement in the saddle.
Mandy's philosophy centres around the belief that physical, emotional, and mental well-being are interconnected in all species. By understanding that behaviour is a reaction to stimuli, not a conscious choice, Mandy's methodologies aim to enhance the overall well-being of both horses and riders. “In Touch With Your Horse” is the perfect place to develop a deeper connection with your equine partner and improve your riding skills in a supportive and compassionate environment.