Now offering programs for riders of all levels, ages and disciplines, as well as mindfulness programs for anyone interested in exploring the magic and majesty of the horse.

Why Yoga?- how will yoga help my riding?

for the body -

yoga asana (postures) build strength, increase flexibility and bring balance to the body. Asana along with mindfulness techniques increase body awareness, riders can learn to “undo” detrimental habits, bringing greater harmony and fluidity to their riding and partnership with their horses.

with practice you can expect -

greater core strength/alignment
greater hip, shoulder and low back mobility
symmetry between the left and right sides
greater ability to isolate body parts (becoming more proficient with aides)
growing ability to relax while remaining stable and steady in the saddle

for the mind -

pranayama (breathing techniques) can be done mounted or unmounted and can instantaneously calm, center and/or balance the nervous system. Meditation and mindfulness techniques improve cognition and calm the mind.

with practice you can expect -

growing ability to recognize negative thought narratives and have the tools to change them
reduced anxiety
better comprehension of riding theory
easier/quicker ability to remember courses/dressage tests (learn meditation/visualization techniques)

for the spirit - yoga puts you in touch with all aspects of self (body/mind and spirit). Soon, you will begin to recognize your own energy body and the energy in all living things. Quite simply, yoga helps us to remember the brilliance of the soul. With that knowing, there are no limits.

feel more connected to your horse
develop sensitivity to and honor for all aspects of yourself (body, mind, soul)
recognize and honor the unique spirit of your horse
realize the profound history of the horse/human relationship and bring that knowing into your relationship with your own horse and all horses

Offerings -

full and half day workshops - a perfect introduction to yoga for equestrians

learn mounted and unmounted yoga practices specifically for equestrians
- 1/2 day (unmounted only) expect to learn
  - Asana (postures) specifically targeted for rider’s physical needs
  - pranayama (breathing techniques) to help riders center and calm before and during riding
  - simple mindfulness practices to help you better understand your personal strengths and challenges as well as those of your horse
- full day includes all of the above plus
  - let’s get the horses involved! -learn pre and post ride asana with horses
  - mounted session -
    - learn mounted yoga warm ups and cool downs
    - explore common habitual riding problems and their yoga solutions

**ask about workshops specifically designed for youth groups - special pricing for Ponyclub and 4H!

yoga for equestrians class

we come to your barn or you come to our studio (or farm if weather permits) for a one hour group yoga class specifically for riders

Private sessions

let’s focus on you! depending on your needs, a private can include -
- mounted evaluation/collaboration with your trainer to assess your needs
- one hour yoga practice specifically designed for your meet your goals and address your challenges

pricing -

private session - $125 plus travel

1 hour group yoga class - $125 or 70% of coordinators net income (whichever is greater), plus travel

1/2 day workshop (2 1/2 hours of teaching time) $350 or 70% of coordinators net income (whichever is greater), plus travel

full day workshop (5 hours of teaching time) $700 or 70% of coordinators net income (whichever is greater), plus travel

coming soon - online learning

coming soon - 30 day online course
- 30 days of daily practice to optimize your riding and your relationship with your horse
  - easy to follow videos and downloadable pdfs to refer to over and over again