Note: The trainers listed are not necessarily endorsed by this website but are here to serve as a general resource for locating a natural horsemanship trainer near you. Contact the trainer directly and ask for references as needed to determine if one of these trainers is right for you.

Ellerslie, Auckland, New Zealand

Kirsten Rose - www.allabouthorses.co.nz

With over two decades of experience in working and playing with horses, I have enjoyed most of all working with their owners to encourage a non-violent and non-invasive way of spending time with these wonderful creatures. One on One training sessions and clinics in overall behaviour and care contribute to natural horsemanship's way of being able to understand the mind of the horse and human, so we can get the best out of both ourselves and our horse.

Contact Information:

Kirsten Rose

All About Horses

14a Rockfield Road

Ellerslie, Auckland

New Zealand

Phone: 0275143370

Email: allabouthorses@orcon.net.nz

Paihia, Bay of Islands, New Zealand

Ken & Jane Dromgool - www.horseman.co.nz

The object of teaching is to get the horse to do what we want it to do, when we want it to do it. We use respect, communication and trust rather than force and intimidation. It is paramount to create a respectful relationship between ourselves and the horse rather than having a relationship where we always dominate and the horse always submits. Good horsemanship to us is when the horse follows a feel. This only happens when we feel the horse from his mind right through to his feet.

Contact Information:

Ken & Jane Dromgool

Dromgool Horsemanship

Retreat Road, RD1

Paihia, Bay of Islands, New Zealand

Phone: 09 4025400 - Mobile: 021 833 136

Email: info@horseman.co.nz

Christchurch (South Island), New Zealand

Jackie Chant - http://jackiechant.parellinet.net/

3 Star Parelli Instructor. Jackie was first introduced to the Parelli program in December 1996. After achieving level 3 in July 99 she flew her horse Archie (pictured) to Australia to study with Pat Parelli and became a Parelli Professional. Jackie has trained with Pat and Linda almost every year since then, and is enjoying her journey to higher levels of horsemanship. Jackie is a 3* Instructor and Foundation Specialist (training horses from levels 1-3) and is a 2* Young horse Specialist (Foals,Weanling,Yearlings), Starting Specialist (Starting under saddle)& Challenging horses Specialist. Jackie is based in Christchurch (SI) New Zealand, although travels frequently and is committed to supporting Parelli students New Zealand wide. She has also enjoyed teaching in Australia, England, Wales, Scotland and at the ISC's in Colorado and Florida. Check out Jackie's teaching schedule regularly to stay updated with when New Zealands highest rated Parelli Professional will next be in your area or if you would like to host a course please contact Jackie.

Contact Information:

Jackie Chant

Christchurch (SI), New Zealand

Phone: +64 (0) 275 727 355

Email: parellinz@xtra.co.nz

Christchurch (South Island), New Zealand

Abi Ricketts - www.abiricketts.com

I have spent most of my life around horses since the age of 6. Initially I learnt to be with horses the traditional way, but about 10 years ago discovered Natural Horsemanship which helped me to understand The Horse in a new and inspirational way. I have now started my own business and use natural horsemanship to help horses, ponies and/or people to achieve their goals whether it be personal, i.e. be more confident in themselves, or equine related. I can offer lots of options to those with their own four legged friend(s) as well as those without who would like to learn this unique and amazing way to be with The Horse. If transporting your horse/pony to lessons is a problem, then I have a mobile service where I can come to your paddock for lessons/training. For more information please have a look at the website where you can find out more about me and what I do. I look forward to increasing your knowledge of The Horse and teaching you how to become one with these special animals.

Contact Information:

Abi Ricketts

Abi's Natural Horsemanship

Court Road

Near Lincoln

Christchurch, South Island

New Zealand

Phone: (03) 325-2264 / 027-649-4685

Email: abi@ricketts.gen.nz

North Canterbury, New Zealand

Jenny Patterson - www.horsemanshipnz.com

I have been teaching Horsemanship throughout New Zealand for the last 10 years and have met hundreds of people and their horses over this time. I therefore have the benefit of observing, comparing and learning from them all. Especially where it comes to the causes of many health and behaviour problems experienced throughout the country.
Contact Information:

Jenny Patterson

Horsemanship New Zealand

North Canterbury, New Zealand

Phone: 03 327 2942

Email: HorsemanshipNZ@xtra.co.nz

Martinborough, Wairarapa, North Island, New Zealand

Gavin Morison - www.horsemanshipnz.com/gavinmorison2.htm

The idea is to give a horse a good foundation. 'Whatever' you plan to do with a horse they need a good foundation. Getting a good start for a horse is essential. I take my job very seriously. We work with each horse as an individual and don't use force or restraint. For a horse to be soft and willing they must 'understand' what is being asked of them. I have ridden all my life and have competed in many different types of horse events. I started my first horse as a teenager. For the last 10 years I have been fulltime starting horses professionally.
Contact Information:

Gavin Morison

Martinborough, Wairarapa, North Island

New Zealand

Phone: 06 306 8199

New Zealand

Russell Higgins - http://russellhiggins.parellinet.net/

3 Star Parelli Instructor. Russell returned to New Zealand as a Parelli Professional in 2000 after spending 18 months living and studying at the Pat Parelli International Study Center in Colorado. As one of Pat Parelli's Apprentices, Russell gained an in-depth knowledge of the programme and how it related to young horses, difficult horses, performance horses, miniatures, mules and draft horses. Russell travels internationally each year to teach and studies with Pat and Linda Parelli as well as top instructors to further develop his teaching experience and skills. Russell is committed to furthering his horsemanship and that of his students - “my goal is to help you reach yours, naturally”.

Contact Information:

Russell Higgins

New Zealand

Phone: +64 (07) 82 99 855

Email: pnhnz@xtra.co.nz