Every Horse Deserves to be Understood
(Listeners’ Choice)
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This interview was previously published in 2019 Andrew Turnbull (473)
About Andrew
– Andrew Turnbull is a unique horseman and individual. He might look like a ‘cowboy’ but Andrew is far from traditional. Combining the art of horsemanship as pioneered by Tom and Bill Dorrance with modern science focusing on biomechanics and horse health, Andrew works with an open heart, seeking that ultimate connection and feel between horse and human that lies beyond words.
Through a deep desire to improve horse welfare, Andrew’s goal is to share his knowledge and insights with likeminded individuals, with the goal of making the world a better place for horses and humans. For the past 10 years, Andrew has been travelling the world to work and train with some of the best horsemen and cattlemen who are committed to and practise true mastery in horsemanship.
Having developed a passion for the Vaquero style of horsemanship, Andrew enjoys teaching the applications of these traditions both in horsemanship and when working with cattle.
Vaquero horsemanship dates back to the Spanish riding tradition, which pre-dates modern dressage and western sports. This tradition has been pioneered in California for many years and is based on sustainable long-term training with the aim of a harmonious understanding between horse and rider. For an excellent detailed description of vaquero horsemanship see here: http://californiabridlehorse.com/history/
Since following the path of Vaquero Horsemanship, Andrew is increasingly focusing on tailoring his training and riding to the individual horse, based on conformation, biomechanics and potential issues stemming from past or current injuries of the horse that may be presenting as behavioural or training difficulties. This has inspired Andrew to pursue further studies and mentors who specialise in equine biomechanics and soundness.
Andrew works in tandem with equine health professionals to ensure the health and welfare of all horses who come to AMT Equestrian and when assessing horses for clients.
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Andrew’s Favourite Inspirational Quote
– “Awareness is the greatest agent for change” (Eckhart Tolle)
– Life is about the journey, not the destination
Time Stamp
01:12 – Blessed are the flexible that is not bent out of shape
01:47 – Life is a journey not a destination
05:30 – How Andrew’s developed his training methods
08:15 – Acknowledge your previous coaches and what you have learned from them
09:43 – Have an open heart and mind. Also a willingness to try something new, a willingness to step into the uncomfortable zone
12:25 – Training a horse who is close to going either to comfort or into the uncomfortable, learning the limits of your horse
14:00 – Look at what is happening from the horses prospective
16:20 – Riding his horse who was in pain and thinking that he was right. Now Andrew has to earn the horses trust again.
21:48 – Steve Halfpenny believing that Andrew would be a good coach
2350 – Doing two jobs, training horses and working at a mining job
25:30 – Follow your heart, be happy, take stock of what you learn, go and experience life
27:50 – Live by your values and be true to yourself
29:20 – Have a plan but be flexible. Have clear communication between you and your horse.
32:46 – Horse don’t look to humans
33:34 – ‘Don’t judge each day be the harvest you reap, but by the seed that you sow’
38:22 – Contact details see below
Andrew’s Contact Details
Phone: 0477 655 650 or +61 477 655 650
Email:
Website: www.amtequestrian.com.au
Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/AmtEquestrianServices/
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