“You create a sacred space during the clinics where humans and horses can be their authentic selves, where humans shed their layers and their horses mirror them, where horses communicate what they need and come to us with true connection because they are heard, and we all live more deeply in our hearts and become one. It’s truly transforming.”
Peggy Tiffany and Flirt
“I had the privilege of attending your demonstration at the Common Ground Fair. To say it was purely inspirational would be an understatement. You and your horse Rocky took the relationship perspective to the next level and it brought tears of joy to my eyes to see the beautiful loving relationship you have. Rocky’s expression when he lied down and cuddled with you said it all. There was so much love in his eyes. Thank you Chris for sharing your gift with others so horses everywhere can have better lives.”
Valerie Morrison
“I was lucky enough to take part in the clinic, and I learned more about myself, horses, and all of humanity than I could have imagined. It was a four day intensive that lit a fire in my heart, shifted my perspective, and rejuvenated my understanding of the connectedness we all share. It was so much more than a horse clinic.”
Stacey Currie and Boomer
“I loved your words, Chris. Mental balance and then physical balance. It was truly like magic and the feeling that came up to me through Hannah before we entered the arena was a life changing moment for me. Thank you for sharing your gifts with me and my horses. You have a unique and calming spirit that lends its way to both the people and horses you encounter.”
Kelli Moholland Toole and Hannah
“You gave me an opportunity to see Sydney the way I have dreamed of… relaxed, without panic in her eyes, with someone on her back. It was amazing. Your calm manner and positive attitude are wonderful. The confidence you gave me was so helpful. You made me believe I can do this and that it will make Sydney a happier horse.”
Pam Randall and Sydney
“My husband gave me the session with you for my birthday. I called him on the way home to let him know it was the best birthday present I have ever received. I feel like I have my horse back again and that means so much to me. I thank you and I know Jessa thanks you too.”
Rachel Hutchins and Jessa
“I just wanted to thank you again and let you know how impressed I am by not only your skill and knowledge, but by your ability to teach and convey information. You were born to do this. I feel I have gotten closer to Alexis and learned so much more about her with the two clinics I have participated in. She is a delight and eager to please. I cannot wait to go out and play with her.”
Giselle Linn and Alexis
“Chris, I wanted to let you know that Hobbit has been so wonderful since we were at the clinic. I have been riding him all week. I can’t get over the change. Ever since he came I have been working with him and made slight progress, but nothing like what we accomplished at your clinic. It was an epiphany, and a very deep, sweet, wonderful experience. I can’t thank you enough for your help. I have you to thank for this incredible gift of Hobbit’s trust. Thank you so much.”
Vicki Ziemer and Hobbit
“This past weekend at the clinic I had an epiphany. I realized that if my horse is with me, connected to me in the very real way that Chris teaches, there is no fear. If I work to ensure that we are together, we can move forward as a team, counting on each other for support and comfort. I have always been reluctant to ride alone. Tonight, as I rode Ben, I realized we are fine, with people or alone, as long as the work is done to be of one mind and purpose.”
Val Rich and Ben
“It was a lifetime of goodness packed into a four day clinic. From groundwork to riding, refining position and cues and aids, building the horse’s ability to be relaxed and present, nervous system regulation, healthy and relaxed flowing movement in lightness, and all with a connecting spiritual wave paining the intention.”
Mare and Freedom
“Last year, you assisted me with my horse, Dewey. Your single session was the turning point for us. Dewey and I have made amazing progress over the last year. We now have a lovely walk, trot, and canter in the ring. I have been able ride him in the field comfortably at walk and trot and occasionally a canter, I have been able to trailer him to my house for short trail rides and even have been able to ride him with my 3 year old grandson.”
Wendy Osgood and Dewey
“This was such an amazing clinic. I think one of the participants said it best when they said you are real and you are one of us.”
Jen and Bonnie
“The whole lesson was safe and fun like you said it would be. On top of that, it was absolutely amazing to see the change in Hampton and the change in me. The climbing all over the horse stuff was so much fun it literally brought tears to my eyes! Those two hours changed us so much. I am going out tomorrow and am going to work with Hampton on the line with confidence!”
Arielle Narissi and Hampton
“Words cannot express the love and gratitude I have for this past weekend. I’ve never been to a clinic before where the auditors are so included and with everyone gaining. I didn’t want it to end.”