It is time to normalise short training sessions as being productive and good enough, and by short I'm talking 2-10minutes! In this episode, I dive in to: Why we should incorporate short training sessions into our routine with our horses Why short training sessions are often better than long training sessions Where the 45 minute 'do more' mindset came from 20 exercises that you can do with your horse if your short on time A few permission slips for you to take so you can go out and enjoy your hor...
Sep 16, 2021•24 min
In this episode, I chat with Kelly Wilson about some of the lessons she has learnt from observing and working with wild horses. Kelly is one of the Wilson Sisters and is a best selling author, award-winning photographer, reality television star, wild horse tamer, equestrian and adventurer. Listen to hear about: How Kelly found her passion of working with wild horses What it was like to observe horses in the wild from all over the world and the contrast between management systems and environments...
Sep 09, 2021•1 hr 14 min
Hey hey, To celebrate my 30th trip around the sun I wanted to share 30 lessons with you all that I have learnt and embodying or working towards embody (because let's face it, no one is perfect). The lessons shared are broad and personal development based but can be applied to any area of your life (including horses)....because let's face it horses are a huge self-development journey. Happy listening :) To connect with me on Instagram click here - https://www.instagram.com/felicitydavies_/ To fin...
Sep 02, 2021•44 min
In this episode, I dive into exactly how to overcome self-doubt around your horse. I share my experience navigating periods of self-doubt and the different fears that have popped up for me personally throughout my journey with horses. Plus I also dive into how you can understand your self-doubt and work towards overcoming it so you can work towards pursuing your goals and enjoying your horse! To find out more about CEP visit www.confidentequestrianprogram.com/CEP or to apply now simply click her...
Aug 26, 2021•31 min
In this episode, I chat all about how you can set healthy goals with your horse whilst mitigating doubt and disappointment. Because we all know that with horses we have to be very adaptable and if you're a bit of a perfectionist (like me) you may have a love-hate relationship with setting goals with your horse but I want to help you with that! Listen to learn how to set realistic goals that you actually want (not what someone else thinks you should do) and enjoy every step of the way! To join my...
Aug 05, 2021•31 min
In this episode, I chat with one of my previous Confident Equestrian Program (CEP) students, Kelly Ralph. Kelly is a show horse competitor and competes successfully at a state and national level with her beautiful show hunter galloway KL Embers aka Amber. Together we chat about: How Kelly started riding and the confidence issues she had from the beginning Her experience showing one pony for many years The story behind how she came across Amber and their journey together (including a big champion...
Jul 30, 2021•51 min
After viewing and reading some not so nice things on social media regarding the dressage at the Olympics I wanted to do a quick episode on how I think we can advocate for horses and create positive change in the equestrian industry. Have a listen and let me know what you think! Connect with me via: www.confidentequestrianprogram.com Instagram - @felicitydavies_...
Jul 25, 2021•16 min
In this episode, I had a great conversation with fellow podcast host, Alexa Linton. Alexa hosts the Whole Horse Podcast and is an Equine Sports Therapist, Energy Medicine Practitioner, Animal Intuitive, an author and is studying Osteopathy! Together we chat about: How she started riding and the journey to get her first horse in her early 20's Her introduction to communicating with animals and some of the synchronistic experiences she had The different styles of horsemanship she tried with her ma...
Jul 22, 2021•1 hr 11 min
In this episode, I chat with Angelica Hesselius from Reward Based Art Of Riding all about her journey with horses and the work she currently does today combining classical dressage and positive reinforcement training. If you are someone that is curious about dressage and/or positive reinforcement then I would highly suggest listening to this episode as Angelica offers some great insight into the realities behind training horses and what is possible. Listen to hear about: How Angelica started rid...
Jul 15, 2021•52 min
In this episode, I chat with my beautiful friend and former Confident Equestrian Program (CEP) student. Bec Plunkett. Bec was the very first person to join CEP in April 2020 and initially came to me because she had 3 young horses that she wanted to work with but was worried about making mistakes. So often people are told to just send their horse to a trainer (particularly with young horses) but I think if you are committed enough and willing to put in the time to learn and implement your skills ...
Jul 08, 2021•1 hr 3 min
In this episode, I chat with Celeste-Leilani Lazaris from The Travelling Horse Witch. Celeste heals both horses and humans using bodywork, breathwork and mindset - for more on this check out episode 11 of the podcast. In our last podcast episode, Celeste touched on the importance of the thoracic sling and how releasing any nerve pain from this area and slowly teaching horses to carry themselves correctly is having a huge impact on the horses she is working on. She has also shared many before and...
Jul 01, 2021•1 hr 16 min
In this episode, I chat with Aiyana Levin who is a dressage rider and horse trainer based in NSW. Aiyana completed my Confident Equestrian Program (CEP) in December 2020 and was kind enough to share her journey with horses and the honest results she has seen since incorporating more horsemanship into her routine. Listen to hear about: When she started riding and her experience showing galloways and a big thoroughbred Her experience working at a dressage stable in Holland for 15 months How she em...
Jun 24, 2021•1 hr 11 min
In this episode, I have a great conversation with The Equestrian Dietitian aka Natalie Gavi. Natalie is a Los Angeles based Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and a nationally recognized nutrition expert who is passionate about the power that food plays in health, disease prevention & management, and athletic performance. I wanted to have Natalie on the podcast as I like to take a holistic approach to horse training and to have an awesome relationship with our horses we also need to take care...
Jun 18, 2021•1 hr 24 min
In this episode, I was lucky enough to interview the amazing Nahshon Cook. Nahshon is a horse trainer based in America who predominately works to rehabilitate horses and has a strong focus on biomechanics and awareness. He has such a beautiful way with words and I feel like anyone who listens to this podcast episode will get the medicine that they need. Together we dive into: -The different modalities he uses to rehabilitate horses -The concept of surrendering -How important it is to listen with...
Jun 10, 2021•1 hr 37 min
In this episode, I chat with Nikki Porter, an Equestrian Mindset Coach and Author. She has been involved with horses for years and loves personal development which led her to write her book, The Conscious Communicator which covers the pursuit of joy and human connection inspired by the art of horsemanship. Together we dive into: -Nikki's upbringing with horses and when she learnt to ride -Transitioning from English riding to Western -Working as a teacher and teaching horsemanship clinics on week...
Jun 03, 2021•1 hr 30 min
In this episode, I had the privilege of interviewing Dr Nerida Richards who is an Equine Nutritionist and one of the amazing faces behind FeedXL, an online horse nutrition calculator. Together we discussed all things equine nutrition with a focus on feeding for good behaviour including: An overview of her journey with horses and how she dove into a career involving animal nutrition Some horse nutrition mistakes that she made when she was younger How our horse's diet can impact their behaviour To...
May 27, 2021•1 hr 18 min
In this episode, Elsa Sinclair shares her journey to explore the following question that a student asked her many years ago: What if horses were given a choice? Would they let us ride them? Without force or tools to control, and without bribes to lure them? Together we dive into: Her upbringing with horses and the important lessons she learnt in her childhood Her career as a horse trainer and how one question caused her to explore a new way of training How she documented her journey with a wild ...
May 20, 2021•1 hr 2 min
In this episode, I chat with you about all things groundwork including: -My introduction to groundwork and how I felt about it in the past -What groundwork is -Who groundwork is for -Why you should do groundwork -10 groundwork exercises that you are already doing with your horse and how you can refine them and so much more! Happy listening :) and if you would like to connect with me further please click the links below: Instagram: @felicitydavies_ Facebook: Felicity Davies Horsemanship Website: ...
May 13, 2021•32 min
In this episode, I dive into exactly what you should do if you have a not-so-good horse day (because let's face it, these days suckkkk)! You'll learn how zooming out, becoming a detective and being kind to yourself is going to be your best 3 step plan to get you back out there enjoying your horse. So what are you waiting for, listen and share away! This will change your life (and your horses life too ;) )! To connect with me check out the below :) Instagram: @felicitydavies_ Facebook: Felicity D...
May 06, 2021•26 min
In this episode, Dr. Tracy Rainwaters and I chat about how to navigate your horsemanship journey and learn to trust what feels right for you and your horse, regardless of the type of training you are doing. It can be very overwhelming when you start learning about new ways of doing things and we both have experienced our fair share of self-judgment and confusion on our journey. So to help you feel a bit less alone and confused on your journey we chat about: Reconnecting to what feels right to yo...
Apr 29, 2021•1 hr 24 min
Bridie Sinclair is a 'normal' horsewoman who made the decision to empower herself and improve her relationship with her horse by joining The Confident Equestrian Program (CEP). Before the program started she didn't have any major issues with her horse but she wanted to make his life even more amazing as sometimes he would get stressed out. She also struggled with anxiety and also lacked confidence in her ability to train her horse on her own, always relying on others to step in when she got stuc...
Apr 22, 2021•1 hr 20 min
In this episode, Tara Davis from Unbridled Goddess shares her journey to force-free training and horse and human healing. Tara is a horse trainer who specialises in classical dressage with a focus on biomechanics and motivating the horse to want to participate and act as a partner to dance alongside her. Together we discuss: Lessons learnt from her first horse and how their relationship evolved as he helped her on her healing journey with cancer Navigating owning a beautiful warmblood who was ex...
Apr 15, 2021•1 hr 44 min
In this episode, I chat with Lockie Phillips from Emotional Horsemanship. Lockie shares his views on working with horses through the lens of exploring emotions and shares stories about his journey so far. We cover a lot of ground including: The parallels between his career as a professional dancer and the life of many horses What Emotional Horsemanship is and his ethos behind his brand The importance of developing emotional awareness and emotional intelligence for those wanting to seek a deeper ...
Apr 08, 2021•1 hr 11 min
Listen in to hear my thoughts on some archaic beliefs and methods used in the equestrian industry that for the most part I think don't make any sense.... Let's face it...its 2021 and we can do better and be better for both ourselves and our horses :) *Also if you would like some additional support in forgiving yourself for things you may have done in the past or seen others do then please join my Confident Equestrian Community . Inside this group I'll be hosting a free workshop for you all to he...
Apr 01, 2021•1 hr 3 min
Celeste-Leilani Lazaris is also known as 'the travelling horse witch' as she heals both horses and humans using bodywork, breathwork and mindset. In this conversation, we dive deep into: Her background with horses and classical dressage foundation Her smooth transition to western riding just for fun How she ran her own horse training business with people in all different disciplines Feeling like here horses weren’t 100% ok even though they were sound How she was introduced to equine massage and ...
Mar 25, 2021•1 hr 22 min
In today's episode, I chat with Louise Malmstrom who is an Equine Assisted Therapist based in the UK and the COO of Tara Swart Inc. Louise has a masters degree in Psychology with a special interest in behavioural neuroscience and she is of course a huge horse lover. There are so many gems in this episode and they all relate to how horses act as a beautiful mirror for us to learn lessons from and take those lessons into every part of our lives. Louise also describes some amazing exercises we can ...
Mar 18, 2021•1 hr
Adele Shaw owns and operates The Willing Equine where their goal is "to help people create positive relationships with their horses though science and a deep consideration for the physical, mental, and emotional well being of the horse." (quoted directly from https://www.thewillingequine.com/ ) Inside this episode, Adele outlines her journey with horses so far and key lessons learnt along the way which ultimately led her to dive into positive reinforcement and clicker training. We cover: When sh...
Mar 11, 2021•1 hr 28 min
This episode will help you logically understand the exhausting negative thoughts that might loop inside your head that are affecting your relationship with your horse. Often there is one side of us that feels really capable but then there is a fear side of us that can doubt everything. You might feel like you are not good enough, you worry about ruining your horse, you question everything, you worry about what others think and ultimately you constantly beat yourself up. If this is you I just wan...
Mar 04, 2021•51 min
Marthe is a business owner (Free Riding Neckropes) and horse woman based in the Netherlands. She owns a stunning black Friesian stallion named Bauke and together they have built an amazing relationship together and are well known for their free riding. Listen in to hear about her journey including: Learning to ride and gel with a riding school mare Her first horses, both being Friesian stallions and she was only 12 Free riding for the gram to honing her craft and building a pure connection How s...
Feb 25, 2021•1 hr 12 min
Dr. Tracy Rainwaters is an Animal Chiropractor, Energy Healer, Animal Communicator, Shaman and dressage rider. Inside this episode hear about her journey with horses so far including: Learning to ride Pursuing her dressage dreams and having horses that were not 100% suited to her Realising that she had a gift and could communicate with animals How she was introduced to horsemanship and how it changed everything for her Her journey inside the Confident Equestrian Program with her WB who went from...
Feb 18, 2021•1 hr 27 min
