​Hartsop Farm Equine Training Centre
Available Services
Backing and Starting Young Horses
Our starting programme provides young horses with a calm, professional introduction to ridden work. We focus on building confidence, correct foundations, and a positive attitude to training through careful groundwork, progressive ridden work, and consistent handling. Each horse is trained at its own pace, ensuring they develop balance, understanding, and trust as they begin their ridden career.
Schooling and
Horse Education
Whether your horse comes for a single session or stays on training livery, we provide comprehensive horsemanship designed to build confidence, balance, and responsiveness. Our programme includes flatwork, jumping, dressage, and confidence-building exercises, helping your horse develop trust, self-assurance, and all-round ability in a calm, professional environment.
Monty Roberts
Courses
Experience the renowned Monty Roberts methods with a certified Master Instructor. Our courses teach gentle, effective horsemanship techniques, focusing on communication, trust, and partnership between horse and rider. Suitable for all levels, these sessions provide hands-on learning, demonstrations, and practical exercises to enhance your understanding of horse behaviour and training.
Professional
Competition Riding
Our experienced riders can compete your horse on your behalf, giving them expert guidance in the ring. Whether it’s dressage, show jumping, or eventing, we focus on producing confident, happy performances while maintaining your horse’s wellbeing and development.
Corporate & Team Building Days
Host an unforgettable corporate experience at our yard. Our team-building days use horses to develop communication, trust, and teamwork suitable for all experience levels. Our engaging activities include long-lining, groundwork, and “Join-Up.” Your team will enjoy a fun, inspiring day that builds skills, confidence, and collaboration.
Horsemanship
Taster Activities
Give the gift of an unforgettable horse experience! Our taster sessions offer a fun, hands-on introduction to Monty Roberts’ methods, including "Join up”. Perfect for beginners or horse enthusiasts, this session lets participants connect with horses, build confidence, and enjoy a unique, memorable experience, an ideal gift for a loved one.
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