First Do No Harm

Katie Boniface
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First Do No Harm

#FDNHPodcast is an in depth discussion with equestrian trainers and professionals dedicated to making horse training happen for the horse not to the horse. We discuss how to reduce harm in our horses training environment and how to support our horses mental, emotional and physical well being so that we have horses that enjoy learning and ask to be ridden. Each episode we discuss the different influences equestrians can have and how we can improve our horses overall athleticism, soundness of mind and body and emotional fortitude whilst strengthening and deepening our relationship.

  1. FEB 19

    Is your horse stubborn, jealous or anxious?

    Have you been told to stop anthropomorphising your horse? Join us in this episode where we distinguish between helpful language to build a better connected and eager to participate horse and language that may drive the wedge of conflict between you and your horse deeper. Are you ready to start your journey as a holistic equestrian? Check out our free webinar: Say yes to a happy, healthy horse. https://www.equestrianmovement.com/sayyes

    22 min

  2. FEB 17

    Equestrian movement update: changes are coming!

    Over the coming months there will be some changes at equestrian movement. The big one is, I'm pregnant! So I will be having term 3 off for maternity leave. As a result Sarah and I are trying to wrangle this beast that is equestrian movement and downsize our work. What this means for you: - The podcast will be changing from weekly to fortnightly - Equestrian movement will be getting rebranded under the face to face school branding of equestrian spirit. - Therefore there will be changes to email addresses, websites and socials - There won't be any live trainings this year (ie webinars, coaching, live coaching support through the programs) - Sarah and I will be revisiting these decisions next year to see if there will be any live coaching next year. Please reach out if you have any questions or need further support through this transition at Katie@equestrianspirit.com.au

    5 min

  3. FEB 12

    Is your horse stressed?

    In this episode we discuss the fine line of balancing eustress and distress, creating emotional resilience in our horses and creating intentional lesson plans that see our horses fitter, sounder and healthier for their work with us. Join our free webinar and start your journey to becoming holistic equestrians https://www.equestrianmovement.com/sayyes

    25 min

  4. FEB 5

    Bringing your horse back into work after a break.

    Join us in today's episode as I share what we are looking at when bringing our horses back into break after a long break (more than 2 weeks), short break (less than 2 weeks) and what our first lessons back in the saddle look like after the school holidays Ready to start your journey as a holistic equestrian? Jump on the link below and catch our free webinar where we share what consent and congruence looks like in horses even if they are performance athletes, have jobs and are asked to do hard things. https://www.equestrianmovement.com/sayyes

    36 min

  5. JAN 29

    Transferring connection and communication from the ground to the saddle

    Join us in this episode as I share my experiences with developing connection and communication in the saddle, especially with using the seat. Make sure to jump on our free 3 day workshop and get the 3 foundational exercises to develop connection and communication and transfer it into the saddle. Click the link below and register before the workshop is over. https://www.equestrianmovement.com/hedu

    18 min

  6. JAN 22

    Can your horse communicate?

    Are you picking up what your horse is putting down? Join us in this episode as I share my experience over the years for the horses capacity to communicate. I'm always surprised by just how much our horses are capable of? Join us in our live 3 day free workshop for 3 actionable exercises to build connection and relationship from the ground into the saddle starting tomorrow. Jump on the link and register: https://www.equestrianmovement.com/hedu

    32 min

  7. JAN 15

    Connection theory is lame

    Connection and emotion, bleh who'd have it. However, both us and our horses don't function in isolation of connection, emotion and relationship and to be honest if that's what we really wanted from horse riding we would ride motorbikes. Join us in this episode as I discuss why connection training is the foundation of our riding school lessons. Join our free workshop starting next Friday: https://www.equestrianmovement.com/hedu

    33 min

  8. JAN 8

    Join us and revisit your favorite episodes: Warwick Schiller

    Ready to start your holistic equestrian journey? Jump on the link below ⁠https://www.equestrianmovement.com/holisticequestrian⁠ Join us in this chat with Warwick Schiller from 2021 where he takes us on the journey he's been through over the last couple of years working with horses from a place of relaxation and connection first, training second.  You can listen to Warwick's podcast here: ⁠The Journey On Podcast⁠ You can watch Warwick's trainings on YouTube here: ⁠Warwick Schiller You Tube Channel⁠ Check out his membership, 7 day free trial here: ⁠Warwick Schiller Performance Horsemanship

    1h 46m
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#FDNHPodcast is an in depth discussion with equestrian trainers and professionals dedicated to making horse training happen for the horse not to the horse. We discuss how to reduce harm in our horses training environment and how to support our horses mental, emotional and physical well being so that we have horses that enjoy learning and ask to be ridden. Each episode we discuss the different influences equestrians can have and how we can improve our horses overall athleticism, soundness of mind and body and emotional fortitude whilst strengthening and deepening our relationship.

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  • Creator
    Katie Boniface
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    199
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Katie Boniface
  • Show Website
    First Do No Harm

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