I came here because I creeped Lisa’s personal page and her posts that caught my heart on riding with heart, deep admiration for the horse and her very obvious lifelong quest for deepening her knowledge on the Art of Riding. For me… riding IS art, not sport and as a western rider (in the old Californio tradition) who grew up schooled English by a German mom, I have patched together a workable, yet vastly incomplete understanding of riding and a healthy skepticism of equine gurus. I came here seeking more sensitivity, greater awareness of what I’m missing, guidance and insight from folks I resonate with, who are seekers in their own right for greater connection and functionality with the horses. I can honestly say my expectations were high…and they have already been vastly surpassed. Lisa and Jose Carlos, your deep love for the horses and their well being is matched by that which you give to your students, here and in life (one can see that) It is rare to be both capable and able to teach, and you both are. I love the examples of all levels of horses and riders, the variety of posts; from braiding, to equipment, to in-hand, riding, out in the fields, etc. I love that you want to help us to see the small things that are huge and so often overlooked. You are generous with your time, incredible level.of interaction, and personal attention. You help us to unravel seat, leg, hands, head, energy, where horses defend/protect, how to access our horses capabilities, weakness, strengths and then guide how to help. A remarkable remarkable feat on a Facebook platform. I have no trainer to guide me in real life, so this is my gift to myself, my horses and I am so flipping excited to see how it continues to unfold

Oh….! And clearly it attracts super lovely people, too and my experience has always been that is a direct reflection on the ‚leaders‘.

Kudos and oh so much gratitude.