Our Training Philosophy

Terri and Karah photo by SHOOT Photographic

At Standfast Farm Arabians and Training Center, we will work with a horse and owner to help identify and achieve their goals.  We believe in instituting a training program that best suits the horse and the rider that allows them to reach their fullest potential whether it be show-oriented or recreational enjoyment.  Everyone receiving lessons, boarding or bringing a horse for training is treated as a unique individual and gets individual attention. 

Our motto is “Taking the time to do it right.” and although we have been, at times, questioned for taking time to turn out a finished show horse, we believe implicitly that to develop the most accomplished and happiest mount requires time just as training a great gymnast or figure skater.  Our belief is borne out by our continuing success in the show ring and by the happy and content horses and owners that follow our programs.

All lessons center on building the confidence of the rider whether it be taken on your own personal mount or one of our well trained school horses.  Again, we will focus on taking the time to work with each rider to help them build their confidence in their emerging skills and to help them accomplish whatever goals they set for themselves.  Lessons are private, semi-private, and group.  There are no lessons with more than four riders.  We believe that this allows for each participant to still get the individual attention they need. 

We believe that personal and recreational enjoyment of your horse is the highest end use of your equine friend.  We provide support and encouragement for those who wish to show their horse and, equally, for those who just want to ride down the trail.  Every effort at Standfast farm is aimed at content, happy horses and satisfied clients.
 

Video of part of a group riding lesson- July 2007

In this video clip, the adult is riding independently, working on what Terri has suggested, while Terri focuses on a young rider.  The video was taken by a friend of the adult rider so you’ll see her most of the time, but you’ll hear Terri talking to the junior rider.