Welcome to Cohesive Horsemanship
Building Partnerships!
Welcome to Cohesive Horsemanship
Building Partnerships!
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The 7 Core Principles
The 6 Basics to EVERYTHING we do
The 6 Basics to EVERYTHING we do
7 Core Principles of Cohesive Horsemanship
Discover the foundational framework that will transform your approach to horse training and riding. This free mini course introduces the essential principles of Cohesive Horsemanship – a philosophy that provides riders with a clear, consistent lens through which to understand and apply training techniques.
While I encourage riders to learn from multiple instructors, navigating the sea of sometimes conflicting advice can be overwhelming. These 7 core principles act as your personal compass, helping you:
- Filter and evaluate new training information
- Make more confident training decisions
- Maintain a consistent and ethical approach to horse development
- Avoid confusion and mixed messaging in your horse's education
By understanding these principles, you'll develop a more nuanced, principled approach to horsemanship that respects both horse and rider.
The 6 Basics to EVERYTHING we do
The 6 Basics to EVERYTHING we do
The 6 Basics to EVERYTHING we do
The 6 Basics: Your Foundation for Successful Horsemanship
Every great horseperson knows that mastering the fundamentals is the key to success. This free mini course breaks down the 6 critical basics that form the essential foundation for ANY interaction with your horse – whether you're a trail rider, competitive equestrian, or simply a horse enthusiast.
These 6 Basics are your universal toolkit, providing:
- A solid framework for safe and effective horse handling
- Fundamental skills that apply across all disciplines
- Confidence-building techniques for both horse and rider
- Practical video demonstrations and downloadable resources
Whether you're a beginner just starting your journey or an experienced rider looking to refine your foundational skills, these 6 basics will revolutionize your approach to horsemanship. Learn the core competencies that professionals rely on to build trust, communication, and partnership with their equine companions.
Who we are
Tessa Nicolet
RG Blu Ridge Mountain (Ridge)
My passion is to be part of building relationships between an equine and a human. I love the feeling of finding lightness and harmony while working with a horse and there’s nothing more rewarding than watching a student find that with their horse. I’ve personally benefited from numerous professional leadership courses in my career, but I’
My passion is to be part of building relationships between an equine and a human. I love the feeling of finding lightness and harmony while working with a horse and there’s nothing more rewarding than watching a student find that with their horse. I’ve personally benefited from numerous professional leadership courses in my career, but I’ve greatly improved those skills and applied them while working with horses. It’s with horses that I’ve been able to refine and take my communication and leadership skills to levels I never could have imagined.
I grew up with horses. I started riding at a young age and always found peace when with horses; more so than with other humans. Yet horses have taught me to have deeper, more fulfilling relationships with other humans. I can genuinely give credit to horses for the successes I’ve had in my career and personal life. I continue to work on myself based on the many teachings from my equine partners and take great joy in sharing those lessons with others. As a young horse-crazy lady I knew nothing of ‘natural horsemanship’ but I did understand that since I was usually the one to put the first rides on our colts, I had better build a trusting, respectful relationship with those youngsters. I would therefore spend hours playing with them prior to ever getting on. Later in my life, thanks to a sensitive mare, I had to start formally educating myself on the philosophy and skills of a natural horseman and am forever grateful to her for that.
My dream and goal is to not only continue to learn and become the best horseperson and leader that I can be, but also share the knowledge I gain along the way.
RG Blu Ridge Mountain (Ridge)
RG Blu Ridge Mountain (Ridge)
My Morgan partner who keeps teaching me to simply suggest!
RG Preacher of the Plains (Preacher)
RG Preacher of the Plains (Preacher)
Preacher continues to always have fun! ‘Be playful!!!’