Michelle Jerry Liberty Horse Classes
Liberty Horsemanship Classes
A Unique 10-Month Journey in Horsemanship Discover the heart of Michelle Jerry Horsemanship through our Liberty Horsemanship Classes. These exclusive 10-month courses provide a rare opportunity to deepen your bond with your horse in a supportive and inspiring environment. Designed for participants of all levels, these classes focus on the art of working with your horse at liberty: building trust, respect, and true connection without the use of ropes or restraints.
Class Schedule -Classes meet once a month, from January through October. Each session lasts 2 hours.
What You'll Learn The curriculum covers all Michelle Jerry Horsemanship groundwork exercises in detail, offering a comprehensive foundation for liberty work. You’ll develop skills in body language, energy management, and subtle communication techniques that create a harmonious partnership with your horse. Whether you're new to horsemanship or looking to refine advanced skills, this program offers something for everyone.
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Special Bonus Enrollment in the Advanced Class includes access to the Facebook Online School, free of charge, giving you additional resources to continue your journey beyond the barn.
Why Liberty Horsemanship? Liberty Horsemanship is more than a training method; it’s a philosophy that celebrates the freedom and mutual understanding between horse and human. Through this journey, you’ll experience the joy of seeing your horse choose to connect with you, creating a partnership that words cannot fully capture.
2025 Liberty Classes Schedule:
Online Classroom Sessions (via Zoom)
These first two classes will be held in the comfort of your own home:
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January 11th: Introduction to Liberty (10:00am - 12:00pm)
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February 8th: Understanding Liberty (10:00am - 12:00pm)
Live Demos (In-Person or Zoom)
Get a chance to observe and learn through live demonstrations:
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March 8th: Live Demo (10:00am - 12:00pm)
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April 12th: Live Demo (10:00am - 12:00pm)
Hands-On Training with Your Horse (In Person at H&H Arena)
These classes will focus on working directly with your horse, held at the Heart & Hooves Arena:
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May 10th: Introduction to Liberty (8:00am - 10:00am)
Intermediate Liberty (8:00am - 10:00am) -
June 14th: Intermediate Liberty (8:00am - 10:00am)
Advanced Liberty (10:00am - 12:00pm) -
July 12th: Introduction to Liberty (8:00am - 10:00am)
Intermediate Liberty (8:00am - 10:00am) -
August 10th (Sunday): Introduction to Liberty (8:00am - 10:00am)
Intermediate Liberty (8:00am - 10:00am) -
September 13th: Advanced Liberty (10:00am - 12:00pm)
Demo Day:
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October 4th: Demo Day (Time TBA)
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This schedule provides a balanced mix of online and in-person learning opportunities, perfect for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of Liberty and natural horsemanship with Michelle Jerry Horsemanship. The hands-on sessions will allow you to apply what you’ve learned with your horse, making it an enriching and dynamic experience!
Introduction to Liberty
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Discover the Profound Joy of Liberty Horsemanship
Join us for a transformative experience where you will build a partnership with your horse that goes beyond the halter and lead rope. This class is designed to help you foster a deep connection based on trust, understanding, and mutual respect through groundwork techniques.
What You'll Learn:
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Foundation Groundwork Skills: Start with the basics and progress to advanced techniques that will strengthen your communication with your horse.
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Understanding Your Horse: Learn to recognize and interpret your horse's unique needs and behaviors. You’ll gain the ability to see them as individuals, building empathy and a deeper bond.
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Effective Responses: Master the how, why, and when of responding to your horse's cues, ensuring that you are always aligned with their needs in a calm and clear way.
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Creating Limitless Possibilities: With dedication and consistent practice between sessions, you’ll make steady progress on your journey toward liberty, opening the door to a relationship built on freedom and connection.
Prerequisites:
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None – This class is open to all skill levels, whether you are just beginning your horsemanship journey or looking to deepen your existing bond with your horse.
This class is an opportunity to experience the joy and fulfillment that comes from building a true partnership with your horse, using the principles of natural horsemanship.
Intermediate Liberty
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Deepen Your Connection, Refine Your Skills: Advanced Liberty Horsemanship
Take your partnership with your horse to new heights in this transformative class designed for those ready to advance their groundwork and Liberty skills. This class builds on the foundation you've established, focusing on more refined techniques and deepening the bond between you and your equine partner.
What You’ll Learn:
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Refine Advanced Groundwork: Take your existing skills to the next level. Sharpen and expand the techniques you've already mastered, enhancing your overall effectiveness and connection with your horse.
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Enhance Off-Lead Communication: Learn sophisticated ways to communicate and connect with your horse without the use of a lead. Develop the ability to engage your horse in a more fluid, natural way, strengthening trust and cooperation.
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Improve Your Role: Dive deeper into understanding your role as a leader and partner. Focus on refining your cues and responses, and discover how they directly influence your horse’s behavior and trust.
This class will empower you and your horse to reach new milestones in your Liberty journey. With dedication, vision, and a clear sense of purpose, the possibilities are limitless—dream big and see just how far you can go together!
Prerequisites:
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Completion of the Introduction to Liberty Clinic
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1st Year Liberty
This class is perfect for those who have already established a foundation in Liberty and are ready to refine their skills, deepen their connection, and explore the boundless potential of their partnership with their horse.
Advanced Liberty
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Elevate Your Liberty Training to New Heights: Advanced Liberty Clinic
Ready to take your Liberty training to the next level? This 10-month clinic is designed for those who are eager to refine and expand their Liberty skills, mastering advanced maneuvers and building a partnership with your horse that will impress and inspire.
What You’ll Learn:
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Master Advanced Techniques: Learn to perform complex maneuvers like the lay down, Spanish walk, and work with multiple horses simultaneously—skills that will elevate your Liberty practice to a professional level.
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Prepare for Competitions and Shows: Develop the skills and confidence needed to compete in Liberty competitions and showcase your abilities in front of others. These advanced techniques will prepare you to shine in any setting.
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Inspire Through Connection and Achievement: As you refine your techniques, you’ll also build a stronger, more intuitive bond with your horse. This clinic will empower you to perform at a higher level, inspiring others with your partnership and accomplishments.
This clinic is more than just a training program—it’s a journey to deepen your relationship with your horse, build new skills, and take your Liberty practice to extraordinary new heights.
Prerequisites:
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Introduction to Liberty/1st Year Liberty
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Intermediate Liberty/2nd Year Liberty
This clinic is ideal for those who have already established a strong foundation in Liberty and are ready to push the boundaries of their horsemanship, mastering advanced techniques and developing an even deeper, more impressive partnership with their horse.
A Liberty Horsemanship Class is a unique and transformative approach to working with horses that focuses on building a
partnership based on trust, respect, and communication -without the use of a halter, lead rope, or any physical restraints.
In this class, participants learn to connect with their horses on a deeper level, allowing for more natural,
fluid interactions that reflect the true essence of horsemanship.
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Key Elements of a Liberty Horsemanship Class:
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Foundation of Trust:
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The class starts with building a foundation of mutual trust and respect between horse and handler. Participants learn how to understand their horse’s body language, emotions, and needs, allowing for more intuitive and effective communication.
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Body Language and Communication:
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A central focus of Liberty Horsemanship is learning how to communicate with your horse using body language, energy, and intention. Through subtle cues like posture, eye contact, and movement, you guide your horse’s actions without the need for physical control.
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Groundwork and Freedom:
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The class typically begins with groundwork exercises, where horses are allowed to move freely while remaining responsive to their handler's cues. These exercises may include leading, circling, or disengaging, but always with the horse’s willingness at the forefront.
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Developing a True Partnership:
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Liberty Horsemanship emphasizes the importance of developing a true partnership, where both horse and human are working together as equals. The horse is not being controlled but invited to participate willingly in the process.
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Advanced Techniques:
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As students progress, they learn more advanced Liberty techniques such as performing tricks (e.g., Spanish walk, lay-down, or bow), developing off-lead control, and working with multiple horses simultaneously. These techniques help to deepen the bond and refine the communication between horse and handler.
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Connection Over Control:
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Unlike traditional training methods, Liberty Horsemanship is about creating a connection with the horse, rather than exerting control. It’s a holistic approach that fosters emotional and mental growth for both the horse and the handler.
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Fun and Inspirational:
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The class environment is often energetic, fun, and inspiring, as participants are encouraged to think creatively, experiment with new ways of communicating, and celebrate the achievements made with their horses.
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Benefits for Both Horse and Handler:
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Horses gain confidence, trust, and freedom, while handlers develop patience, clarity, and emotional awareness. Both horse and human grow together in a relationship that’s built on mutual respect and understanding.
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Why Take a Liberty Horsemanship Class?
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Deepen Your Bond: Build a stronger, more meaningful connection with your horse based on trust and respect.
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Improve Communication: Learn how to communicate more effectively with your horse through body language and energy.
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Enhance Your Horsemanship Skills: Develop advanced techniques and refine your groundwork to achieve a higher level of partnership.
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Achieve Greater Confidence: Gain the tools and confidence to work with your horse in new and exciting ways.
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A Liberty Horsemanship class is ideal for anyone looking to enhance their horsemanship, whether you’re a beginner or experienced rider. It offers a refreshing, holistic approach to working with horses that emphasizes connection, freedom, and partnership.
