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  • The MRHT Experience
    Teresa"Being a part of Mountain Rose Horsemanship Training has been a wonderful experience for both my horse and I. Before coming to MRHT I was unsure if I should keep my horse. Training her was too much for me to tackle alone and none of the trainers I talked to, before meeting Emily, had the natural horsemanship philosophy I was wanting.

    "I am so thankful that I did in fact keep my mare, as otherwise I would not have met Emily and had the wonderful riding horse I do today! I can say with certainty that it has been well worth every minute and dime I have put into this relationship. My mare and I have learned to work as partners in everything we do. I no longer feel the frustration and edginess that was once so familiar working with my horse. Emily has given me the tools to be the leader my horse desires in our relationship.

    "I am greatly looking forward to being a part of Emily's ever-growing and improving curriculum. I believe that my horse and I can continue to grow in amazing ways under Emily's direction, well into the future."

    - Teresa


    Nini"In the years I have been associated with Emily and Mountain Rose Horsemanship Training, I have grown in ways I never imaged. Once fearful of riding and nervous around horses, I am now more knowledgeable about horses, myself, and the ways the two combine to become true horsemanship.

    "Under Emily's tutelage, I gained the confidence and skills that recently led me to purchase my own horse and to develop a relationship with my mare that has enriched my life in numerous ways.

    "Emily is truly a natural horsewoman. She possesses innate skill and wisdom in her understanding of horses and humans alike. Her talent as a teacher matches her competence as a trainer and horsewoman. She understands the learning process allowing her to develop meaningful relationships with her students while conducting her programs in a very professional manner. She accomplishes all this in a safe, organized and fun environment."

    - Nini


    Diane"Emily's knowledge as a trainer of natural horsemanship is comprehensive. This is complimented by her ability to teach horsemanship skills in an interactive and easily understood manner. Emily is able to address the needs of both the horse and the human in a fluid way that helps build a strong and balanced relationship.

    "What I appreciate about Emily as a business owner is her attention to detail in the care and training of the horses. It is also apparent to me that Emily consistently looks for ways to improve all aspects of MRHT.

    "Her focus on continued growth for herself and her business compliments my own desire for ongoing and enriching growth for myself as a horse owner."

    - Diane


    Martha"I have had the opportunity to observe a lot of things about Emily and her business in the short time we have worked together. I am a stickler for details, and I don't miss much about what is going on around me in the 'little' things. I have been very impressed with how Emily runs her business, her sense to detail, and her overall professionalism. I have been amazed as well by her clear boundaries and the way she puts her respect and love for the horse first in everything she does.

    "After just a few lessons with Emily, I visited some of my horse friends. As I watched my friend catch, tack and saddle her horse, I realized how much I had learned from Emily about how to treat a horse considerately and respectfully through just a few lessons with her. Despite her age, Emily knows more about horses than anyone I have ever met. "

    - Martha


    Josh"To the uneducated eye, what Emily can do with horses appears magic. Even better, is that she can teach you to understand the special language of the horse, the knowledge of which allows her to speak so fluently with them. At this point, you realize it is not magic, but is awesome nevertheless!

    "Through this learned language a door opens into a new landscape filled with true connection and partnership with these beautiful animals, bringing forth inspiration and joy. And if one is interested, there is even more on offer. The process of learning to communicate with horses invites an increasing awareness of each individuals energetic presence, leadership style and relational habits, inviting growth and personal improvement on the road to partnership.

    "Thank you Emily for the gifts shared through your Wholeness Through Horsemanship curriculum."

    - Josh


    Mary"Emily has created and works hard to maintain a well run facility for the horses and clients of MRHT. The grounds are peaceful and clean and benefit from frequent improvements. The horses are well cared for and the safety of both horses and people is clearly the paramount priority.

    "Emily's teaching style respects horse and person alike. She is conscious and considerate of each individual's learning style and she caters to the needs of each student based on where they are in the learning process.

    "Emily is very knowledgeable and her ability to teach people how to have a mutually respectful relationship with a horse in a comprehensive and effective way is unmatched. She is creative in her teaching and exudes her passion for raising respectful and confident horses in all that she does. Her guidance helped me connect to my inner process, out of which I was able to understand and relate to the horse in a way I have never experienced."

    - Mary

  • Horsemanship Instruction / Horse Training
    Morgan"Some people are good at what they do, while others are great at it. Emily is the latter - truly great at what she does. Her connection with horses is extraordinary.

    "I have two horses that I board and have in training with Emily. Her ability to sense what is going on in the brain and body of my horses' is unique even for horse people. Further profound is her ability to read my body's intentions equally as well as she reads and responds to the horse. Combining these abilities Emily tailors her training to provide whatever is needed at the time to enable my horse and myself to learn new skills and behaviors most effectively.

    "Emily has a huge knowledge of horses, yet she remains open to fresh ideas. She is continually coming up with innovative, fun ways to learn which she customizes to fit each person and individual horse. I value that Emily teaches all aspects of horsemanship, from health care and horse handling to riding techniques.

    "It is obvious to me that Emily genuinely cares about the welfare of each horse boarded at her barn. It is a gift to me to know that my two horses are happy at her facility. Additionally, as a benefit to me, Emily has attracted a neat group of people, boarders and clients alike, that are fun and enjoyable for me to be around."

    - Morgan


    Feather"When I was originally looking for a riding teacher, I called five different trainers. Emily is the only one who returned my call. How fortunate for me!

    "Emily's commitment to equipping humans' to communicate with the horse in the horse's language is evident in every breath she takes. The outcome is a fantastic partnership between my horse and I. No matter what lesson she is teaching, it is always done with respect and reverence for the horse.

    "Emily is one of the most gifted teachers I know. She is articulate, confident and consistently encourages her students to be active learners.

    "What I have most appreciated about Emily throughout my horsemanship journey is that she has believed in me while I was learning to believe in myself.

    "I think that anyone looking for a respectful, connected and fun partnership with a horse will find satisfaction and tremendous growth under Emily's instruction. I am so grateful that I get to continually learn from her. I could watch her play with horses all day long!"

    - Feather


    Julie"From the moment Emily came to pick up my horse, I knew I had chosen the right trainer. I was very concerned that my mare would not load into the trailer, but after a short period of time with Emily, my horse was willingly going in and out of the trailer. I was amazed!

    "Within the first week with Emily, my horse changed from a disrespectful and stubborn youngster to a cooperative and attentive horse. My amazement and appreciation for Emily grew in the proceeding months and continues to this day.

    "As a result of Emily's training, I now know that I have a lifelong equine partner.

    "Thank you so much Emily for all your innate talent, hard work, clear instruction and dedication to myself and my horse!"

    - Julie


    Hilary"We found Emily through a friend who was just resuming her relationship with horses, long in abeyance. We really admired the way she worked with our friend, teaching her how to understand horses and handle herself from the ground in preparation for saddlework.

    "Our own experience with horses also had been in extended hiatus until recently. We decided that our 2-year old needed to learn appropriate ground manners by someone other than us in all our well-meaning ignorance. To our delight, we watched our colt learn ground skills, be introduced to the saddle and bridle, and learn to carry a rider in partnership. He was a sharp study, as Peruvians are reputed to be, but Emily's skillful touch and gentle offering of leadership to him was inspiring to watch.

    "We highly recommend Emily to anyone interested in developing a comfortable relationship with their horse as well as to those in need of addressing some kinks in the relationship.

    - Hilary

  • Horsemanship 101
    Wendy"I have been studying natural horsemanship for some time now and have attended many natural horsemanship clinics, so I was concerned that MRHT's Horsemanship 101 course would be too basic. However, I was very pleasantly surprised to find that the course offered a great deal to both me and my horse. The course focused on the relationship between horse and human and I definately got a lot out of it, as did my horse.

    "Safety around horses is a very important aspect at MRHT, as it is to me. This course was helpful in demonstrating how to stay safe around horses through more effective communication with my equine partner. Respect, empathy and leadership (from the horses' point of view) were explored and there were demonstrations with a variety of horses, each with a different personality, which helped drive home these concepts.

    "Emily's enthusiam and energy are infectious and her passion for the horse and for teaching pour out of her. I cannot wait to learn more!"

    - Wendy


    Pam"I recently took Horsemanship 101 at MRHT. It was so wonderful to have such a great teacher. I was so impressed with Emily's natural leadership style, professionalism, skill, energy, enthusiasm, directness, sense of humor, and the attention and care she showed to each student and horse. Because of Emily's guidance, I feel motivated to continue in my horsemanship learning. There is nothing like a great teacher to inspire a person!

    "The atmosphere of this course was conducted in a way that allowed me to feel safe at all times. It brought me great comfort experiencing how alert and aware Emily was at all times. I could feel her energetic sensitivity to what was going on and it eased my fears knowing she was present. Emily's sensitivity is a big reason she is such a great teacher.

    "Both her instruction and the environment she created emanated with respect. She is courteous, considerate, listens intently and answers her students' questions with much thought and careful deliberation.

    "One of the greatest highlights from Emily's course was the way she approached and honored my fear. She both acknowledged and validated my uneasiness and allowed me time and space to move through this fear, while consistently following up with me. I am proud to say I have conquered my fear of horses! My thanks to Emily for helping me through this fear."

    - Pam


    Laura"I greatly enjoyed learning all that I did at MRHT. I am so grateful that Horsemanship 101 opened my eyes to just how much I've missed being with horses. I am thankful that through this course I was able to bring horses back into my life.

    "Each time I was at Emily's ranch I enjoyed a safe experience, with the added benefit of being in a peaceful and relaxing environment. I have so much respect for Emily and her teaching of both the horses and her students. There was not a single moment in the course where I felt scared or in danger for any reason.

    - Laura

  • Equine First Aid Clinic
    Teresa"The knowledge and hands-on skills I learned in MRHT's First Aid Clinic have been of huge value to me. When my mare recently injured her leg I knew exactly how to care for the wound and was able to discuss it with my vet with confidence and knowledge. When the vet arrived, he was thoroughly impressed with the prompt and proper first aid I had performed on the wound. Thanks to MRHT's First Aid Clinic I am now equipped to offer my horse the best possible health and safety care."

    - Teresa

  • Truck and Trailer Safety and Handling
    Andrea"I had been struggling with anxiety and frustration whenever I needed to trailer my horse. I had zero confidence in maneuvering my rig and was paranoid that I would have to back up! And to make matters worse my horse started to pick up on my unease and would refuse to load. All of that is behind me now having just completed the Truck and Truck Safety and Handling Clinic at MRHT!

    "This clinic is packed with useful information and addresses a full spectrum of topics from truck/trailer combinations to hands-on maneuvering of different rigs to what items should be kept in your first-aid kit. I had questions answered that I didn't even realize I had wanted to ask! All of this is wrapped up in a very positive, friendly, and relaxed learning environment. This clinic has put myself and my horse on a path of confidence and comfort every time we hit the road.

    - Andrea