Wild Thyme Horsemanship

10/09/2025

I've been working hard recently on the computer updating the website and locking in more clinics and it's time for another one.

It sold out last year very quickly so is back by popular demand. Our Bit of Everything Camp is so much fun and a great chance to give lots of things a go with your horse whilst taking in a breathtaking environment.

Bookings can be done through our website or get in touch and we can send you the link.

Wildthyme.co.nz/learn/schedule

09/09/2025

We have a number of workshops coming up at Wild Thyme Horsemanship at 224 Tutukau Road in Reporoa in the coming weeks

Trick Training - Targeting
Saturday 27th September
Our very successful trick training workshop is back and this time around we are focusing on targeting. The morning will see us introduce the concept, participants will then decide what they want to teach with it developing a shaping plan and a understanding of how to then continue on teaching their horse reach their goal. All manner of things can be taught with target training from following a target, standing on pedestals to each a rear.
$150
9am-4pm

Teens 'Bit of Everything' overnight camp
12-16yr olds
28-29th September
A place for those teens who are keen to learn Liberty, do obstacles, play games and have fun in an environment that focuses on kind communication with the horses and each other.
$200
9.30am - 3pm the following day

Pony Tales
7-11Yr olds
30th September
A day for pony mad kids who maybe don't have their own pony. Perfect for beginners and young riders who want a magical horse filled holiday experience.
9.30am - 4pm
$80 per child
$75 each for two from the same family.

Horsemanship Collective
Starting 9th Oct then every second thurs for five sessions
Group horsemanship lessons - first hour ground work, second hour ridden.
$250 for all five sessions
5.30pm-7.30pm

To learn more and to book check out
Wildthyme.co.nz/learn/schedule

09/09/2025

Are you heading to Equifest??

I'm back again this year doing a session on float loading plus sessions on demistifying liberty. I'll be chatting about the different methods that you might see for people doing liberty and why and how they work.

I'll also have a stand where you can purchase treat pouches, retractable flags, my new liberty whips and sign up for clinic plus we are launching a BRAND new online product.

I won't be doing the nightshow this year but am very much looking forward to seeing all the other performers and maybe actually watch it for the first time.

Ok here is is! The 2025 TIMETABLE. 🐴🎉
Plan your weekend and make the most of everything Equifest has to offer! Our full timetable is packed with inspiring educational clinics, fun demos, loads of competitions and plenty of entertainment for the whole family. Check it out now and start planning out your Equifest experience!

Check it out here www.equifest.co.nz/timetable

*Please note: With so many sessions, people and horses to juggle, things could change.

08/09/2025

Snuggles after dark are the best kind, especially with a full moon to light things up.

04/09/2025

My once Wild Stallion is super special, a very quick learner and I was so lucky to have been assigned him. It's crazy that this was just 19 weeks from being completely wild. Having since tamed 10 more wild horses I can completely appreciate just how amazing he really is.

We won't be performing at Equifest this year in the night show but I will be there presenting. Our training is taking a slightly different path currently which I'll share some more on in coming weeks.

03/09/2025

✨ Horsemanship rule #: 294 set your area up well and remove any potential trip hazards particularly water buckets.

✨ Horsemanship rule #: 308 Always look where you’re going when walking backwards.

Can you see where we are going with this?????

During a liberty lesson this morning I was demonstrating with my teenage clients horse how to create a draw towards you.

🤜Liberty training 101: Get the horse’s attention and walk backwards to initiate a draw

DO NOT take an unplanned dive into a half-barrel of water. 💦

Horse: “Is this part of the exercise?”
Teen + mum: laughing at my expense 😂
Me: Wet, bruised, and rethinking my career as a graceful demonstrator.

At least I’m memorable.

Also as a side note if you know me well this is NOT the first time (or even second or third) that I have fallen over whilst walking/running backwards - it is however my first wet 💧 incident 😂🤣

02/09/2025

https://wildthyme.co.nz/learn/schedule/teens-camp-12-16yr-olds/

Teens come and join us for two days of fun, learning and adventure.

Are you keen to learn Liberty, do obstacles, farm ride, marshmallows by the fire and more - all in a supportive environment that puts an emphasis on kindness for both you and your horse/pony? This could be for you!!

02/09/2025

Have you heard about chunking? It was a new word to me untill I heard it a few weeks ago

✨ What is chunking? ✨

Chunking is simply breaking a task down into smaller, manageable pieces so your horse (and you!) can succeed step by step.

I have heard it called lots of different things before but this one was new to me. Examples below of ones I have heard - do you know any more?

- Isolate, Separate, Recombine
- Thin Slicing
- micro steps
- breaking it down
- step by step

Much of the time, trainers are saying the same thing as each other in just a different way.

21/08/2025

Learn the art of Liberty in this 2 day introduction clinic. No matter where you are at on your liberty journey, with our small, tailored groups you will find there is something for you. Whether your goals are to be the next equifest nighshow performer or just help you learn to read your horse better and deepen your connection, then this clinic is for you.

Date: Nov 8-9
Venue: Three Wires Farm, Wires Road, Hikutaia, Thames
Cost: $400 including Arena Fees
Overnight: Camping is available on site for $20 per person.
Spectators: $40 Per Day- Please bring cash on the day
Bookings are essential as spaces are limited:
https://wildthyme.co.nz/learn/schedule/liberty-clinic-thames/
Want more info? Check out our FAQ page:
https://wildthyme.co.nz/learn/liberty-faqs/
Still need help? Contact [email protected]

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