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NATALIE AW
I have been interested in natural horsemanship for many years and was absolutely thrilled to find Wayne Bushnell. Someone with bags of experience and local to Kent! After attending a coffee morning to see if he was the ‘real deal’ I was not disappointed, his understanding of horses and their behavior was clear to see, he had a way of working with them that was so gentle, yet he earned their respect in no time and then had their willingness to learn/ change their behavior. It was fascinating to see. I’ve just started lessons with my mare to strengthen our bond and ease her anxiety and tension. Natural horsemanship is the only way to work with horses, no force is needed to work with these beautiful animals, just guidance. Wayne lives and breathes it and I’m so grateful to have found him. Anyone will benefit from working with him to learn more about their horse but more importantly, more about yourself.
DEBBIE HARRIS
We’ve had help from Wayne for both our boys. My Highland can be very dominant on the ground and our Welsh had loading issues. I would totally recommend Wayne. We’ve also been on a couple of camps, including Cow Camp and these have been excellent.
ROBYN SEYMOUR-JONES
10000% would recommend Wayne
He came out today to help work with sox.
By the end of the session she was happily walking around with him and then calmer with me…. Can’t wait for tomorrow to try out everything he showed us today…
See you again in a few weeks Wayne, promise we will keep up with our homework that has been set…
FRANCE DE LA COUR
I had the privilege of having a lesson with Wayne Bushnell, delving deep into the world of natural horsemanship. I had a lot of questions for him and his insights and techniques were truly eye-opening!
PENNY PRICE
Wayne came highly recommended. He has a gentle way with horse and client but gets things sorted. He has helped me immensely with Lily who is a very dominant mare. She excels in many ways but has attitude and there were gaps in her previous education. Wayne shows how to build a bond and safely gain respect but also makes the sessions great fun and varied in content. I’ll definitely be back for more training!
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SARAH OSBORNE
Wayne has helped my very frustrating horse Harry so much. When I bought Harry a year ago he came with the problem of “pulling to grass”. The problem was certainly not that and he would set his neck and gallop off, almost daily when being led. He was running from something but we didn’t know what. Almost anything in your hand was also going to kill him, fly repellant, clippers etc. I’d done a lot of inhand work with him and he was improving but Wayne has understood Harry and further helped both me and Harry with the problems. Wayne saw Harry 3 times with clippers and Harry now accepts them really well, standing relaxed. Amazing, given just the sight of them would send him into a panic. Thank you Wayne. Cannot recommend Wayne enough for any problem you have or if you just want to improve your relationship with your horse.
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MICHAELA LAWRENCE
First session with Wayne today. Cannot believe how much of a positive impact it’s made already! Working with both my TBs was such an eye opener. Both quite different characters but I feel so positive about moving forward! 100% would recommend Wayne’s horsemanship to anyone!
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BEV HORKAN
I can’t describe the difference working with Wayne has made to my relationship with my horse. Another fantastic session today. I keep learning something new each time. I would highly recommend trying a session with Wayne. Your horse will thank you for it. His calm and gentle way with horses is a joy to watch.
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SUZANNE BROWN
What a fantastic weekend I have just had with my horse. Wayne has been coaching me for a few months now and we have come so far. This weekend stretched us more and gave us chance to meet like-minded people. My horse tackled so many things that I never thought he would do. Thank you Wayne and your team. I would highly recommend doing this.
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KIRSTY MERRINGTON
I have a new horse who seems to have no manners and separation anxiety. On the first session, Wayne has covered so much and I have refound hope with seeing the change in my horse after 1 session with Wayne. I would definitely recommend him, and am looking forward to the next session.
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TANIA HOBDAY
We can’t thank Wayne enough for his help. Our rescue mare Pearl was so nervous and had no confidence at all, just after 2 sessions and explaining his techniques our girl is now able to be turned out, still along way to go but what an amazing turn around.
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RUTH MINHALL
Wayne started work using his trust based, ‘horse speak’ techniques with my 2 rescue ponies, both of whom have suffered as a result of human ignorance and cruelty.
Wayne’s wonderful energy with horses is evident immediately. After just a couple of sessions with my ponies, I am seeing huge progress on the basis of Max and Morris understanding what is being asked of them. Thank you Wayne – my boy Orlando and I are so happy to be working with you!
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LIZ CURSON
An amazing weekend! I can’t thank Wayne enough for the help and advise with my daughter and her pony pop..very nervous and sensitive pony, both given a massive confidence boost! Highly recommended!
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LE CJ
Great session with Wayne, he’s a very kind and patient trainer, who instilled confidence that any issue can be successfully tackled – he shows a genuine interest to see partnerships develop and improve, providing support and advice even after the session – I would highly recommend him!
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HARRIET PRINGLE
I had such an excellent session with Wayne before lockdown. He was so calm and gentle with my anxious gelding who is very over reactive and spooky. In just one session Murphy was relaxing properly for the first time since I’ve had him. Wayne taught me some great techniques to practise with Murphy between sessions which have really improved our connection, trust and bond. We can’t wait for our next session with Wayne, they really are incredible and I would highly recommend to anyone hesitating to book.
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DANIELLA RIXON
Our first step to natural horsemanship. Duke is my first horse, My dream horse. After so much research over the years, I decided that I really wanted to do natural horsemanship with him.
That just meant finding the perfect trainer to work with us. Again, after lots more research, I came across Wayne Bushnell here on Facebook.
I decided to take the plunge and book our first lesson with him, which happened this afternoon.
Today has been a very special day.
Not only have I been bursting with pride to own such a kind, honest, loving, beautiful horse….I have met a real life horse whisperer! Wayne was cool, calm and collected from the start and Duke trusted him as soon as they met. Throughout the training session Wayne explained what he was doing and why. He showed me what he was doing and how to do it.
He made everything look so easy and flawless! Believe me…..it isn’t!
He has a wealth of knowledge & experience which shone through in everything he did with Duke.
Natural horsemanship is so raw, it’s all about connecting with your horse in ways that you never knew you could. Absolutely bloody amazing!
I can’t wait for our next training session.
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VERNA, CALLIE, CHE-MARI & ZEN QUEEN
We thought we were heading towards what I feel may have been a bit of a disaster with Zen Queen. She is a off the track thoroughbred mare and believe me full of beans. We started with Wayne hoping and praying that it will do her good. There were up’s and down’s tears and eina’s but not only did Zen become a sweetie pie but Che-Mari’s outlook towards training and doing horsemanship became much more effective and constant. Zen took a 180˚ turn and became the horse that we wanted. I just want to take time to thank Wayne & Janine for being there. Your support and guidance is ever present and is always appreciated. Che-Mari became more confident. Truly the best decision we ever make for Chims and Zen.
DEENA PARKER BUYS, JAIME & THE BIG LEAGUE
“Thank you Wayne, for helping our duo find their way back to each other. After weeks of frustration from both sides due to blurred lines in their relationship Friday’s lesson on how to calm your own energy, soften your approach, and focus not only on the end result but on the ask and the try as well, has resulted in a calm, willing, and happy League, and a rider grinning from ear to ear. In just one day their relationship has gone from prickly hard work to a beautiful bond of mutual respect, understanding, and a balance between work and playtime.
KIM EVERETT
Finding Wayne Bushnell Horsemanship has been a turning point for me and my pony Elmo. I think Wayne would agree that Elmo has a complex personality. He was very shut down when he came to me with very little interest in anything or anyone. After struggling for a year I heard about Wayne and booked a lesson. He knew within minutes how troubled Elmo was and started working to gain Elmo’s trust and respect. You could see Elmo responding so quickly it was amazing. Wayne is always prepared to listen and give Elmo time to process and decompress before continuing. Wayne has been so patient with me too. He has taught me lots of groundwork skills and this has led to Elmo and I being able to work at liberty. I never thought Elmo would choose to be with me. He is so different now, keen, excited, interactive and very expressive! His bond with me is such a joy to have and I am so grateful to Wayne for his guidance, incredible understanding of horses and his patience.
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NICOLE RUSSEL-GRIDLEY
We have been working with Wayne for 4 odd month now. We needed his help with Scoobie who started bucking in trotting and canter transitions. Scoobie also did not know how to relax whilst being worked, always head high and very strong.
We also sent Scoobie to stay with Wayne for 6 weeks, what an amazing transformation, I know we still have a long way ahead but with the help of Wayne and his team, I am sure Cody and Scoobie will get there.
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RACHEL EMMA VICKERY
Wayne changed our outlook on our relationship with our young horse. My husband is a farrier of 30 + years and he agreed it has changed everything for him thank you Wayne!
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LOUISE MCFAITE
We had our First session today with Wayne Bushnell Horsemanship and our mare was so relaxed after minimal time which made a huge change to her normal stressed behaviour he was very thorough and explained everything he was doing along the way I completed some exercises and I feel a lot more confident and so does my mare going forward we look forward to more sessions and I highly recommend Wayne.
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LISA CAMERON
I was looking for some help in dealing with my mare’s separation anxiety & I definitely came to the right place! We have only had one session, but am already seeing such an improvement. Wayne is so knowledgeable and the experience he has is so obvious when you see the relationship he formed with my mare in such a short amount of time.
He has given me the tools and confidence to help my mare relax and feel comfortable without relying on my gelding to feel safe. For the first time ever, when he was being ridden in the school, she was happy to be on the yard. No stressing or calling, she just walked into her stable and ate!
This doesn’t yet happen every time but I’m sure we will get there.
Being honest, I was quite skeptical about natural horsemanship, but my eyes have been opened to the possibilities and can see how it can help me in everything that I do with my horses. Wayne noticed so much about my mare, he was able to pinpoint things that I have issues with that I would never have imagined natural horsemanship helping with. I definitely now appreciate what can be achieved & look forward to working with Wayne to continue learning.
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RICIA TAYLOR
I started working with Wayne in April 2021. Wayne not only trains the horses he trains the owners to. So you can practice and feel confident training with your horse alone.
My main issues is with loading and with Wayne’s help and guidance loading becomes a lot smoother!
He’s also helped with mounting block issues. Wayne has definitely opened my eyes to how important your ground work is and how it helps your ridden work. One of the biggest differences I’ve noticed with one of mine is how much more relaxed he his. I really recommend Wayne and love our sessions , always left feeling so inspired.
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CHARLOTTE TAYLOR
I contacted Wayne a few months ago to initiate training with myself and my youngster as I wanted to learn to communicate and have a better understanding of my pony using non fear based techniques- in such a little time I have already seen some great changes and really question my actions when asking things of him, we have a long way to go but hope this will cement our bond and relationship even further.
Wayne is very understanding and patient and strives to get the best for you and your horse without pushing too hard and fast, a nice patient approach and manner.
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HANNAH MOODY
What an amazing session we had with Wayne today! I’m still buzzing. He has definitely put us back on track. everything he did he explained, how you do it, why you do it and what you’re looking for from the horse… Just amazing.
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JENNY LEE
There are several competent horse trainers in Kent that can teach a horse to respond to cues. What sets Wayne above and beyond his peers is his emotional stability, his ability to remain calm and his skill at staying present. Wayne’s emotional resilience is critical when dealing with more challenging horses as he expertly takes energy out of the situation rather than adding to it. This level of emotional self regulation is sadly quite rare even within the horse trainer/behaviourist community. Mix in his absence of negative judgement, his kindness and his genuine interest in horses and you have a trainer that can offer a great level of attunement with the horse and the owner. Wayne is able to manage the human connection part of the horse training equation, with compassion and understanding, which is absolutely critical in rehabilitating a horse/owner partnership. I consider it a privilege to work with him and am so grateful to have the opportunity to learn how to be a better human for my horse from an absolute master.
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LISA HAYNES
Recently bought my boy and really struggling to understand him, 1 session with Wayne has given me the confidence to keep pushing on, Wayne was incredible and I couldn’t believe the difference in my boy, I could’ve watched them all day! Thank you so much and can’t wait until next time!
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HANNAH WELLINGTON
I have had two sessions with Wayne for my 8 month old colt. Two weeks ago he was completely untouchable, after two sessions we have managed to remove a head coller and can now stroke our boy. He is gaining more and more confidence everyday because of the methods Wayne has shown us. I cant thank him enough for his help, it has been amazing. Can’t wait for our next session in the new year. Highly recommended! 5****
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LISA ALLAN
Had a great clinic with Wayne can’t recommend him enough, we all learnt loads, Wayne has a great gift with the horses and owners, very calm, kind and patient, will definitely be having Wayne again.
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JULIE HARDY
Wonderful session for our young people to learn about natural horsemanship at chalkhill farm. Very calm and everyone learned something new.
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OLLA HABBITTS
I asked Wayne to come and help me with my horse as he has separation anxiety, short attention span and I had problems saddling him. In one session Wayne has made so much difference that I’ve asked him to come again. Can’t recommend him enough. Wayne is calm, kind but firm and the techniques he showed me is really making a difference.
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MADDIE COOK
Highly recommend Wayne, came to help catch my almost wild horse who no one has ever managed to catch! If I ever have any problems in future Wayne will be the first I contact. Him and his wife are lovely people and very experienced. Thank you!
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SUE KINSELLA
After being kicked by my pony I was so scared I couldn’t even go near her. today wayne came out and in no time gave me the confidence and showed me how to do a few exercises with her and to my amazement she walked in perfect tonight just me and her.
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CLAIRE BLACKBROW
I am working wih Wayne on improving my connection to my 17H ISH gelding and hoping this improves his spookiness and connection issues to other horses. Wayne has such a calm and measured presence which captures the horses focus and gets him working in partnership. After only 3 sessions I am better understanding my horse through Wayne’s approach. Very confidence building. There is no downside to trying this with Wayne.
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HEIN JONKER
During the first few months, Gracie had an attitude of note: rearing, disrespectful, I guess being a typical mare. We could’ve given up on her (just like the previous owner/s) and send her back where she came from, but instead, we decided to become part of the solution. It was clear to my wife and I that, Gracie needed help because the previous owner fitted the wrong saddle, only rode her on one rein (in one direction most of the time) and a whole bag of other issues. She was also overweight and simply lacked the attention and love she deserved. So with the help of a Vet, and a Chiropractor, and a Nutritionist, and a lot of work, patience, perseverance, and dedication from my wife Carin Jonker and my daughter Kirsten Jonker, and the most important of all – the expert coaching by Wayne Bushnell of Wayne Bushnell Horsemanship, we experienced what you see here. Today we see a changed pony, a 180 transformation from what she was to what she (and her rider, Kirsten) has become. Wayne, to you sir, I raise my hat with admiration, because without your help Gracie would just be another horse and Kirsten without one.
SARAH-JANE RANDLE
6 months ago I was so terrified of my horse that this was the year I was going to send him on to live with someone who could deal with his separation anxiety issues and horrendous leading manners. After cornering me in an adjoining field when I had to bring him in on his own for almost 2 hours until I was rescued by my husband. I had had enough, I was giving in.
Then by chance I saw Wayne Bushnell at the Kent Show and through floods of tears explained to Jannine ( Wayne’s wife ) just how awful life had become with my horse.
This was is today …….
Too proud for words
And I don’t care how awful I looked.
My horse was WONDERFUL !!!!!
We thank from the bottom of our hearts, because Wayne fixed both Biggun and I.
TERRI-JAYNE DAY
I have had two sessions with Wayne now with my youngster and we have both learnt so much already!! Highly recommend Wayne!!
AMY GARBE HALL
I had my first session with Wayne today, I was completely blown away by the difference in my horse in the first few minutes. Helping with all his naughty habits since his kissing spine and leg surgery. Also opening up a whole new way of working with him and regaining confidence to be around him. Not only teaching him but also myself!
JOHANNA ELLIFF
My pony, Arlo, and I had our first session with Wayne last night and it was splendid. Wayne sees Arlo’s true feelings and emotions and worked with him so beautifully during the session whilst ensuring Arlo felt calm and safe. I feel so fortunate to have found Wayne to help me with Arlo’s journey.
SARAH-JANE RANDLE
I’ve gone from being physically sick at the thought of getting my horse out of the field without my husband, to running at liberty with him calm and respectful, on my own and being excited to do it all again tomorrow. Even “not-so-good days” are more than I could dream of. It took just 4 sessions for him to trust me, and one for me to trust him. I know I was the problem but everyone had advice on what was wrong with my horse. As it turned out Wayne Bushnell explained and showed me that we were just talking different languages and neither of us trusted each other… Now we are talking and trusting. Thank you! I only asked for the courage to walk with him on a halter away from his field mate. Wayne got me planning on riding my big boy, alone in each other’s space. Little steps taken one at a time now feel like a giant leap.
CHLOE HUME
Had a 1 to 1 with Wayne on Saturday with my mare and I’m so pleased so far with her progress. My mare has not had a great start in life and is absolutely petrified of having her feet touched I’ve been struggling to do anything with her as we was lacking trust and a bond, she desperately needs the farrier but wanting to avoid sedating her I contacted Wayne hoping he could help. I’ve already seen a massive improvement in her confidence and trust with me, I used to struggle even walking her to the stable as she would be jumping on top of me at the slightest breeze, shes calmer, trusting me to touch her more and allowing me to rub her legs when she hasn’t allowed me to previously and I’m positive that it won’t be long until we can get to touching them. Can’t wait for my next session!
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ALEX SMITH
Last weekend I took my horse to the first of Wayne’s summer weekend clinics. I can honestly say both my horse and I thoroughly enjoyed the experience and the connection between us I can already see has grown stronger. We have learned so much working with Wayne and this weekend enhanced what we have already learned as well as giving us new skills to work on and practice. Plus this experience has helped grow my confidence as well as that of my horse. Wayne and his hosts gave us all a very warm welcome and went out of their way to make our stay comfortable and the food was amazing!! Plus we got to try out Polocrosse which really was great fun!!! All in all I thoroughly recommend this clinic and working with Wayne.
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TANYA APPS
Wayne started to work with me and my youngster about 1 month ago. I really was at the point of evaluating if he was the horse for me or if he should be in a different home. A 3.5 year old Connie that really was not so nice to be around with some quite dominant behaviours such as barging , biting and no ideas of personal space or boundaries.
Wayne has helped me understand the behaviour of my horse and myself, including how we interact. The improvement in behaviour has been significant and I am now enjoying spending time with him. Wayne is very good at showing you how to communicate with your horse and really does produce results. I want to continue working with him in order to establish a horse that 3 months ago was only a dream.
I would highly recommend Wayne for any training not just for problem horses I am really looking forward to a bright future and some great fun.
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SOPHIE NEWTON
I have only had two sessions so far with Wayne but already learnt so much about my horse and myself. I am super excited to keep training with Wayne and see how far I can progress with Waynes expertise.
I would highly reccomend his services!
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NICOLE MARIE WEBB
We have just returned from a weekend with Wayne at his Horse man-ship clinic. We have worked with Wayne over the last year, this weekend has consolidated all the things Wayne has taught us and given me light at the end of the tunnel. It really helped being away from home, no safety nets, we have both achieved more in these two days than I could have ever imagined.
We have grown in confidence and our connection has become solid We have met some great like-minded friends and their equine partners.
Wayne has a way with the horses that puts them at ease. It’s as if he has a natural connection.
It was such an educational, informative weekend, I have already booked on to the next one in August and looking forward to our next one to one session and our beach ride.
Thank you so much to Wayne, Janine, Jen and Mikey. Oh and Stomzy!
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DENISE MONTGOMERY
Chief and I have been working with Wayne for the past 8wks and it’s been fantastic! Initially building on my connection with Chief and slowly starting him ready for riding. I can not recommend WBH enough! A laid-back guy who genuinely cares for your horse and the relationship you have with them.
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BETHANY HOWLETT
Absolutely amazing! Highly recommend! Wayne worked with my very nervous pony! He done wonders. I have learnt so much and done things I didn’t think I would!
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STEPH KNAPP
I had a fantastic first session with Wayne and have promptly rebooked for a second. I have a nervous, super sensitive gelding who lacks in confidence. He is very dominant and I have been having issues with his manners on the ground. I watched Wayne in action with my sisters 2yo cob gelding and was in awe! The session started as I expected with my horse bolting off in the school and running riot, (bucking and farting – the usual when he starts to panic) but Wayne very calmly helped me calm him down and regain composure. We then spent the rest of the session working on our connection, how to manage this kind of behaviour (quietly) communicating effectively with him and by the end of the session he was following me around the school, we had lunged beautifully on BOTH reigns and he responding to aids without fuss.
Honestly, such a lovely man and I would 100% recommend him. So knowledgeable and easy to work with, I’m looking forward to next week already and will be practicing my homework until then!
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ANDRIA CAMPBELL
Absolutely fantastic. My boy kept nipping me and pushing me especially when going out in hand. I do not like to smack him or shout at him and wanted to do the right correction. After Wayne had been. Next day we went out. My arms were still intact and we had a lovely relaxed walk out. Hopefully will see u again soon. Thank you.
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JJ HOGBEN
Had such an amazing 1st lesson today with Wayne Bushnell. Just when I was thinking about giving up on myself and my horse Blue. Today we worked on bringing my energy levels down and I really noticed that it helped Blues energy levels! Wayne has shown me that there is light at the end of the tunnel today! So I can recommend Wayne bushnell all day long! Thanks Wayne great day.
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SANDRA BLACKLER
I can definitely recommend Wayne. Every step we did was explained so beautifully that my daughter (9 years old) understood everything and cannot wait for Wayne’s next vist, and neither can I. Thank you!!
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JEAN GOODALL
Wayne has been working with me and my 2 horses since May 2016 and I have to say that it’s been an amazing experience. While I have done a lot of riding before, I have never been involved in bringing on a new horse or properly correcting behaviors in an older horse. Wayne is gentle and sensitive to both horse and owner and possesses an uncanny intuition as to how to address problem areas. He is extremely non-judgemental which has caused me to build the confidence to try new things for myself – this in itself has been an enormously exhilarating and motivating experience for me. I would highly recommend him for anyone who would like:
• a better understanding of their horses
• to be able to develop a wonderful bond with them
• to address specific issues successfully in a safe, kind and gentle way
• have their horses actually enjoy their work!
JANETTE NICHOLSON & YENTLE FOXTROT
I have thoroughly enjoyed learning from Wayne Bushnell. His kind, patient understanding of horses is a joy to experience and his love for all equines is apparent. I am so happy with the gentle way in which my precious young Arab gelding has been started by Wayne.