Horse of a Different Color
The Leader in Equine-Education and Brain-Centered Horsemanship™
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Mission of Horse of a Different Color
The mission of HDC is to inspire all horsemen and women to work with their horses on an elevated level and gain an unparalleled partnership….to help riders help their horses become more trusting partners and enthusiastic problem solvers that are invested in working with them.
Clinics and Seminars
Two Minds, One Mission: Creating Better Partnerships Through Brain-Centered Horsemanship™
ONE or TWO Day Clinic
Are you ready to take the relationship with your horse to the next level?
This course focuses on the
7Cs: Cognition, Communication, Connection, Conditioning, Confidence, Choice and Clicker™.
The day begins with donuts, coffee and meet and greet. We spend part of the morning discovering how we both, humans and horses, learn and process information. Inspired, we break into two small groups and begin working with our horses to increase communication, connection, and core conditioning using our new brain-centered horsemanship principles, 'the path of least resistance' techniques, clicker, and ground pole work.
After lunch, we dive into the 'thinking brain and survival brain' lesson. With that knowledge, we again join our equine partners and work on trust building exercises utilizing various obstacles. Participants will have two opportunities to work the obstacles, one in-hand and the other riding, if they so choose.
The day is created to be user and brain friendly. Meaning, it is designed to be an enjoyable, stress free day with your horse. Attendance is kept to a maximum of 10 riding participants and 10 auditors. Riders will be divided into groups of 5 for THREE personalized arena work sessions. Auditors are encouraged to join us in the arena. While not in the arena, participants will have the choice of....
- working on independent work stations
- watching from the fence
- interacting with on-site 'whole horse' practitioners, such as Wendy Shaffer, Certified Masterson Method Practitioner, and Brandy Arotin, Certified Natural Hoof Care Practitioner
- pamper their horse with a BEMER treatment
- or grab a snack.
This clinic is like no other. Contact me today to schedule a date.
1:1 Consultations
2 Hour Minimum Consult
Are you getting what you want from your horse?
No matter if you are a recreational rider or competitor sometimes we are just 'stuck' at a point where we don't know where to go next. That's where I come in. I teach you how to look at things differently. Together we become the "student" of the horse. Using our understanding of how the human and horse brain works, learns, affects behavior, and processes information we find where the communication breaks down and close the gap of understanding.
In the consult you will learn:
- basic brain principles for horse and rider
- how the brain of the horse and rider learns and processes information.
- memory pathways and why they matter
- how fear affects learning.
These sessions are generally most effective if done at least twice. The first consultation lasts a minimum of 2 hours as we dive deep into the current relationship of horse and handler. The second session looks to see how the relationship has progressed since the last consult and subsequent advice is given.
An Introduction to BRAIN-CENTERED HORSEMANSHIP™
1-2 Hour Lecture Format
Are you getting what you want from your horse?
No matter if you are a recreational rider, competitor, riding instructor, body worker, or equine education student, we all have one thing in common (besides the love of horses).....and that is the mind. As a "student" in the horse world, understanding how the human and horse brain works, learns, affects behavior, and processes information is imperative to success.
In this session you will learn:
- basic brain principles for horse and rider
- how the brain of the horse and rider learns and processes information.
- memory pathways and why they matter
- how fear affects learning.
This session is designed primarily for organizations that host guest speakers. The session can last 45 min. - 2 hour.
EASY Tricks to Memorize Horse-Show Patterns
One Hour Session
Struggling to remember your patterns or just looking to make it 'easier' and less stressful? This interactive presentation has all the 'tricks' you'll need to make memorizing your patterns a breeze, no matter your age or learning style.
In this session you will learn...
- the different memory pathways.
- why you remember and why you forget.
- easy tricks to solidify what you need to remember.
Small Simples Changes... Remarkable Results.... Brain-Centered Horsemanship™
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Clinics
Please reach us at horseofadifferentcolor2@gmail.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.
Nope! :) All you need is you, your horse, your everyday halter, and a lead that is at least 6 feet long.
No. Although the afternoon portion is designed to ride through the obstacles, many choose to stay on the ground and continue to work their horse in-hand.
Clickers and treat bags are easily found on Amazon. I do keep a few on hand, but no extra treats. As far as treats are concerned it is recommended to use timothy pellets or the like, mixed with cut up carrots, and/or SMALL flavorful treats or feed.
You will need a chair, clipboard, and if the clinic is held during a colder month, a lap blanket is nice. We provide pens and workbooks.
Yes. Although some hosts provide lunch for the participants, it's best to bring a lunch, plenty of water, and snacks to keep you energized throughout the day.
Yes. In all fairness to all guests, if you spouse/significant other is sitting in the arena partaking in the lecture and gathering information like everyone else, he/she needs to pay as an auditor.
Events
3-16-24 ~ 3-17-24
Two Minds, One Mission Clinic: Building a S.A.F.E and Reliable Relationship with Your Horse
8:00 am
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4:30 pm
Sand Hill Stables, Mantua, OH
Event Details
3-16-24 ~ 3-17-24
Two Minds, One Mission Clinic: Building a S.A.F.E and Reliable Relationship with Your Horse
Small Simple Changes....Remarkable Results....
No matter the discipline, every rider wants that impeccable connection with their equine frien...
8:00 am
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4:30 pm
Sand Hill Stables, Mantua, OH
11/4/23 ~ 11/5/23
Jec Aristotle Ballou Equine Fitness and Performance Clinic
9:00 am
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4:00 pm
Pure Gold Stables Salem, OH
Event Details
11/4/23 ~ 11/5/23
Jec Aristotle Ballou Equine Fitness and Performance Clinic
Do you wonder which kinds of schooling exercises are best for you horse?
Or which ones would improve the quality and coordination of his ga...
9:00 am
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4:00 pm
Pure Gold Stables Salem, OH
10-8-23
Two Minds, One Mission Clinic: Building S.A.F.E and Trusting Horses w/ Brain-Centered Horsemanship
8:00 am
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4:30 pm
Orion Farms, Allison Park, PA
Event Details
10-8-23
Two Minds, One Mission Clinic: Building S.A.F.E and Trusting Horses w/ Brain-Centered Horsemanship
Tiny Changes....Remarkable Results....Brain-Centered Horsemanship
Are you ready to take the relationship with your horse to the next level?
Ar...
8:00 am
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4:30 pm
Orion Farms, Allison Park, PA
6/10/23
Two Minds, One Mission Clinic: Building Stronger Partnerships Through Brain-Centered Horsemanship
8:00 am
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4:30 pm
Knights Branch Farm 639 Sandy Point Rd. West Point, VA
Event Details
6/10/23
Two Minds, One Mission Clinic: Building Stronger Partnerships Through Brain-Centered Horsemanship
There's a new era in horsemanship, and the journey starts HERE!
Are you looking to understand your horse at a deeper level?
Do you desire an ...
8:00 am
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4:30 pm
Knights Branch Farm 639 Sandy Point Rd. West Point, VA
4/29/23 - 4/30/23
Two Minds, One Mission Clinic: Building Better Partnerships Through Brain-Centered Horsemanship
8:00 am
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4:00 pm
Morning View Farm, LLC 3075 Turkey Trail Ionia, MI 48846
Event Details
4/29/23 - 4/30/23
Two Minds, One Mission Clinic: Building Better Partnerships Through Brain-Centered Horsemanship
There's a new era in horsemanship, and the journey starts HERE!
Are you looking to understand your horse at a deeper level?
Do you desire an ...
8:00 am
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4:00 pm
Morning View Farm, LLC 3075 Turkey Trail Ionia, MI 48846
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Participant Cancellation Policy
All clinic spots must be paid in full when registering. If a participant must cancel, they may notify us anytime up to 30 days prior to the event date to receive a complete refund minus the processing charges. Notification up to 14 days prior to the scheduled clinic will receive a refund of half the clinic fee minus the processing fees. Any cancellation after the 14-day period is non-refundable. ***NOTE: We understand unforseeable things happen. If for some reason you are unable to make the clinic after the 14 days are up, registration total may be converted into a credit and applied towards a future clinic or 1:1 consultation. The said credit must be used within 1 year of the said cancellation. 1:1 consults are limited to a 75 mile radius of Greenville, PA. NO EXCEPTIONS!
***PLEASE NOTE: registration cost varies from event to event because of venue rental costs, etc. If the event you transfer to is more than the orginal event you registered for, then you must pay the difference. If the registration cost of the event you transfer to is less than the event you transferred from, there are no refunds. NO EXCEPTIONS!
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