Horsing By Design
Horsing byDesign is bespoke for each student, meeting you where you are at and taking you where you want to go. Choose from our lesson menu and we will journey together with our SkogsVatten horses in our magical equine park. We also offer bespoke solutions to solving problems with your own horse by using a positive behavioural science approach to training across our entire program. You can choose to board your horse at SkogsVatten Farm where we can help you and your horse gain skills for your future together.
Working with Horses
The basics done well
Whether new to horses or wanting to upskill you will be guided through the skills, techniques, tip & tricks for working with and around horses. Horses are astute communications and fast learners. Once we understand how they learn, the relationship really starts to flourish.
Horse Care
A deep dive
We cover nutrition. exercise, paddocks, stables, hoof care, common issues and trouble shooting. If you are just starting on you equine journey, this is essential learning before you bring your horse home, and a good reminder for those old horse hands too.
Lessons from the Ground
commuication & connection
There are a few skills that a horse, and their human, need to know before hitting the trail or the competition circuit. You and your equine partner will learn the dance steps needed for clear communication from the ground up. We also teach clever horse-tricks for having fun and honing your relationship.
Riding from Corral to Trail
confidence building & fun
Staring in the arena you will learn how to safely connect with your horse from the saddle and take the time it takes to set both you and your horse up for success. From there we can explore SkogsVattens magical forests and trails, either on foot with your horse or on horseback.
Horse Training & Rehab
Training the trainer
Horse guardianship can be fraught with unforeseen challenges and a need for continual upskilling. At SkogsVatten we will not only help your horse through the issues he is having, but also guide you to be the best possible trainer and caregiver for your horse. We are able to work with you remotely, at your place, or ours depending on what works best for the situation.
Horse Holiday Home
Weekend or extended stays
The thought of leaving your equine parter behind when you go away can be stressful. At SkogsVatten we offer spaces for weekend or extended boarding to our clients. You horse will be cared for like one of our own on our purpose built equine farm. Before you leave, we tailor a plan for each horse and will send you regular updates while you’re gone.
Get in Touch
Let me know how you would like to see your horse journey evolve or what the current challenge is that you are having and I will come back to you with a plan and pricing. I enjoy nothing more than seeing others following their dream with horses and would love to be part of your journey.
Contact & Location
horses@skogsvatten.co.nz
021993906
Skogs Vatten Farm
West Road RD2
Mount Bruce
Opening Hours
Open by appointment
7 days