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Educating and Uniting People and Horses Through the Essence of Horsemanship

 

 



PINE KNOLL CENTER FOR INTEGRATED HORSEMANSHIP
encompasses a holistic approach to optimum wellness and performance of both horses and humans. We have a prime location in the middle of the Kentucky blue grass minutes from the Kentucky Horse Park , Masterson Station Equestrian Center and 12 minutes from Lexington Blue Grass Airport and Keeneland Race Course. We are surrounded by some of the most stunning thoroughbred farms in the world and close to two major veterinary hospitals.



<< more info - facility and map & directions >>

 

YOUR PARTNER FOR SUCCESS

Experience counts and Pine Knoll Center for
Integrated Horsemanship is delighted to welcome

TOM POULIN as RESIDENT TRAINER.

(Please see calendar for scheduled dates)

This is a wonderful opportunity to have a mentor and trainer work with you on a regular basis.  Consistency and dedication are integral to success in the Art of Dressage.

  • USEF ‘S’ judge
  • USDF ‘L’ program instructor
  • A founding member USDF
  • 40 years experience as clinician
  • FEI level rider and trainer
  • Assisted coach to Swedish Teams
  • Gifted Lecturer on numerous topics
  • 3 time winner Lufthansa Trophy for excellence at FEI

 

“When Tom is the coach, riders leave his clinics wearing grins at having accomplished something new.  Here, Tom’s communication skills surface as he is able to put his coaching into words that a rider understands and can use in a practical manner.” - Nelson Long, Grand Prix Rider

 

LESSONS: $120 | AUDITING: $25 | LECTURES: $35

We plan to have a lecture series:

First lecture: FROM THE JUDGE’S POINT OF VIEW. Please check website for dates.


Mr. Poulin has a busy Judging and Clinic schedule so we have posted his future dates in Kentucky here: << Clinics >>

 

 

Experience is more than a great teacher, it is a great resource that enables all of us to make judgments, decisions and choices that we can trust and others can trust."

TRUST

Our goal - your trust - horse’s trust = UNITY

 

 

 

The Essence of Horsemanship Program

Our goal is to provide an environment where horses and riders can become the best their abilities and aspirations inspire them to be.

 

 

Like the foundation of a building, if one step is incomplete the structure is compromised influencing everything built from the foundation up. The same building principles apply to the relationship and training of your horse. Whether you want to trail ride, or jump at the Olympics, there are fundamental principles to a “solid foundation”. Our comprehensive educational programs, combined with the support of our expert clinicians/consultants, and team of integrative care professionals, provide opportunities to expand your knowledge, and build a solid base in your chosen “area” of horsemanship.

 


Tom Poulin
Resident Trainer

Would you like to

dance with your horse?

 

WELCOME … please join us as we explore the art of “dancing with your horse”.

Let’s start with “form” or “THE BASIC STEPS” – oh so important and oh so easy to pass over!

 

(Please click the program links below for more information)


ESSENCE OF HORSEMANSHIP PROGRAMS

THE BASIC STEPS
(HORSE MANAGEMENT)

UNDERSTANDING THE STEPS
(GROUND WORK)

LEARNING THE DANCE
(ROUND PEN)

PRACTICING THE STEPS
(TRAINING)

“THE DANCE”
(RIDING)