Trail Horse Video Series: Essential Partnership Skills Under Saddle

 

 

The seven Essential Trail Horse Partnership Skills under saddle are the building blocks to developing bravery, confidence, and trust between horse and rider by establishing a basic horsemanship competence and readiness.

Stop • 'Whoa' Stop • Forward • Back • Turn on Haunches • Turn on Forehand • Fence Yield or Side Pass

Practice and develop these essential partnership skills with your equestrian coach and take your trail riding to the next level. You may also schedule coaching sessions with Barbara Callihan at Happy Hoof Beats Equestrian Center.

 

 

HHB Trail Horse Rumble in the Desert
Find Your Happy Trails
Fall 2022 Schedule

 

 

Barbara Callihan and Karen Donnahie have joined forces to bring to life a fun and exciting new trail riding experience for the Southern Nevada Equestrian Community. A Trail Horse Rumble™ is a competitive trail horse event that encourages, rewards, and celebrates the partnership between horse and rider. Equestrians at all skill and experience levels can feel comfortable competing in front of their peers — learning from their successes and their mistakes — because they are lifted by a welcoming, fun, and supportive trail riding fellowship. Rider/Horse pairs compete in two different trail trials to test their skills and generate a combine overall score. Learn more. Register via the links below.

2022 Fall Dates:
Sunday, October 9
Sunday, November 20

 

Group Coaching Session
Intro to Trail Horse Partnership Skills
Fall 2022 Schedule

 

 

This beginning group coaching session is designed for Rider and Horse Pairs who want to learn and develop the skills to build a safe, bold, and confident partnership over trail obstacles. Award-winning competitive trail rider Barbara H. Callihan will introduce and demonstrate the seven Essential Trail Horse Partnership Skills — building blocks to awakening bravery, confidence, and trust between horse and rider. Register via the links below.

2022 Fall Dates:
Saturday, October 8
Saturday, November 19

 

Bio:
My Name is Barbara Callihan
I Am an Equesrtrian Coach & Trainer

 

 

I’m a third generation equestrian coach, trainer, and clinician, and a fourth generation Nevadan. I've spent most of my life in the saddle and on the trails. I am committed to equine excellence across multiple disciplines and will be your partner in discovering equestrian adventures.

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Horsemanship coaching for equestrian enthusiasts of all ages, at all skill levels, and across various disciplines. Whether you aim to be a fierce competitor or just want to develop the confidence to safely enjoy horseback riding, Barbara Callihan will create a personalized program designed with you in mind. With more than 60 years of experience she has the knowledge, skills and insight to help you transform your equestrian experience.

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Horses are herd animals and express certain characteristics even when domesticated. They respond to both governance and expressions of care. They respect firm and sensitive leadership. They desire a bond of mutual respect and companionship. They require a commitment to their health and well-being. And, finally, they demand prudent and safe methods. Over more than 60 years, Barbara Callihan has developed her own wise and safe ways to soften a horse’s mind and to replace unwanted behavior. Her approach instills confidence, builds rapport and cultivates respect between horse and rider.

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Caring for our equine partners is an awesome responsibility. Making the wrong choices can be dangerous, expensive, and frustrating. Having an experienced equine consultant on your side can help provide you peace of mind. With more than 60 years of equine experience, Barbara Callihan can guide you through those important decisions. She has the vast knowledge, experience, and resources to assess your needs and the needs of your horse, and will help you avoid costly and harmful mistakes.

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Happy Hoof Beats Equestrian Center was founded by Barbara H. Callihan in 2005 after successfully running an equestrian facility in Las Vegas since 1971. An equestrian professional for more than 60 years, Barbara is committed to equestrian excellence and develops personalized horsemanship coaching and equine training programs across multiple competitive and recreational disciplines. Barbara is passionate about coaching and training, and takes great pride in helping anyone realize their equestrian dreams and discover equestrian adventure in all its forms. Barbara enjoys fostering fellowship in the equestrian community, and is committed to giving folks from all walks of life and socioeconomic backgrounds a fun and safe place to celebrate their love of horses. She believes if you dream it, and work for it, it’s possible.

Located in Pahrump, an hour west of Las Vegas towards Death Valley National Park, HHB is a well-equipped, full-service facility that borders Bureau of Land Management land with open riding available all the way to California. The facility also features HHB Equestrian Trail Park of Southern Nevada — the Southwest’s first state-of-the-art IMTCA Extreme Mountain Trail Course. Whether you’re looking for personalized or group coaching, training, social events, competitive events, or boarding, Happy Hoof Beats Equestrian Center is the perfect place to experience your next equestrian adventures.


 

"I could write volumes praising talents; honesty, loyalty, and integrity. Suffice it to say that I have trusted her with my child, my horses, and in the future I intend to trust her with my grandchildren."

Rita Mulder

Candlewood Arabians
Las Vegas, NV
(now residing in Oregon)


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"Barbara has been a trusted and efficient supplier of equestrian services. She has helped make my horse riding and western dreams come true."

Al Bernstein

ESPN Sportscaster
Las Vegas, NV


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"My daughter remained under Barbara's supervision for eight years. This experience was not only rewarded with winnings and ribbons in equitation, it also spread to building a responsible young lady. Students under her supervision win constantly – to win a Blue or Red ribbon competing against her, or one of her students is not an easy ride."

Metta Juan Vigna

Majestic Arabians
Las Vegas, NV


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