Tag Archive for "Riding Instruction"

Life at the ranch…

Hello everyone. These times have everyone uncomfortably stressed to some degree. What I find is that folks coming out to ride their horses, offers them some sense of normalcy. Appreciating the physical exercise and comfort from their close relationship with their horse. Since some of the folks have been laid off, they...

Kids Horse Camp is our favorite event of the Summer season and this was one of the best ever! 11 kids attended and all had a fantastic time. (more…)...

DRESSAGE BASICS IMPROVES GAITED HORSES TOO!

Hello everyone! I recently completed this article for Dressage Today and wanted to share this helpful information on the benefits of Dressage Basics Training right away. Read on to learn how Dressage Basics can improve your horse, no matter the riding style. (more…)...

Quiet Hands When Riding Article For Dressage Today

Hello everyone! I wanted to waste no time in getting this latest information about how to achieve quiet hands when riding. (more…)...

2016 Equine Event: Spring Schooling Show

Our Spring Schooling Show was held in May and everyone in attendance had a wonderful day. Held at Seahorse Ranch, the event is designed for riders that are new to competition, allowing them to learn in a relaxed and non-competitive environment.

Heat Safety While Horse Riding During The Summer Months

I must admit that when summer rolls around where my ranch is, we are usually putting jackets on over long sleeves! Los Osos is known for “June Gloom” and cool summer days. When I leave our cool climate to clinic or compete however, I run head on into preparing for heat challenges. more

Why Dressage?

After having ridden almost all of my life and experienced many equine disciplines, I am daily reminded of how much I love the sport of dressage. It is mainly an English discipline using an English saddle and a snaffle bit. It may be studied using any type of riding horse, as it will improve their...

Horse riding instruction on the Central Coast by Barbi Breen-Gurley. It has always been Barbi’s passion to provide horse riding instruction to motivated students of all ages and riding levels. She takes pride in making her students better riders. (more…)...