Are you looking for more positive and gentle training methods for your horse?

Do you want to improve your communication and relationship with your horse?

Would you both benefit from spending time together in a fun and relaxed way?

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Suzanne Webb of Canine Chaos and Carla Webb of Unbridled Potential

Presents

Clicker Basics for Horses

9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Abbotsford, BC

$55 per person

Learning Theory, Practical Exercises and Demonstrations

* your own horse is not required for this course

Grandma on her 103rd birthday in February 2010

My grandmother, Nellie Akerlund passed away yesterday morning at the age of 103 in Qualicum, B.C.   She lived a lengthy, interesting and eventful life.

On her 100^th birthday, she was interviewed by the local Victoria TV station in her Parksville condominium (where she was still living on her own).  When asked what her secret to longevity was she replied “Apples and Honey.”  Based on very recent research she hit the nail on the head with the fabulous health benefits of both apples and honey.  Smart cookie!

Over 20 years ago, she wrote a book about her life.  It was written just for the family and she titled it “Restless Waves” as it describes her adventures with my grandfather moving and traveling throughout the prairies and into B.C.  What a priceless piece of history to pass down from such a personal perspective.  Thank you for that!

She was a hairdresser in her younger years.  I remember looking at her hair dressing equipment – a curling iron heated on the stove, old scissors and the likes.  Into her 90’s she was still cutting her own hair.  My sisters and I thought it odd when she began collecting the hair she had cut and started to make a wig.  We had assumed that she was going to wear the wig but later discovered she did it for fun and to express her creativity.  We certainly laugh about it now.

I have really appreciated and loved her wisdom and sense of humor over the last several years.

The 3 biggest gifts that I have been given by my grandma?

1)    My love of animals – My grandma would spend hours watching birds and other wildlife and could be found standing under the humming bird feeder until the hummingbirds trusted her enough to sit on her hand while having a feed…My grandpa had a fondness for animals too.  They had the old reel to reel film movie camera….seems so archaic when we see what is available today.  She always had more footage of birds and flowers and a little less of the grandkids at horseback riding lessons, camping and dance recitals.

2)    Importance of family and friends – My grandma had many brothers and sisters who often got together to sing, dance and play instruments.  They had fun, they were creative and they loved being together.  When  grandma and grandpa’s 50^th wedding anniversary celebration took place, she had her two sisters singing and dancing to the tune of “strolling in the park one day” which had been rewritten to tell the story of  Nellie and John meeting, dating, getting married and having kids.  It was so fun.

3)    The power of prayer and intention – I remember Bobbie, the little grey cat that grandma and grandpa had when I was little.  She had a strange growth in her ear that kept getting bigger and bigger.  Grandma would spend time every day holding Bobbie on her lap and praying that the growth would go away and Bobbie’s health would be restored.   The growth disappeared and Bobbie lived a long and healthy life.  To my grandma, this was proof that God did exist and people, animals and the world could be healed.

Thank you grandma for all the wonderful gifts, laughs, stories and love you have shared with all of us.  Our memories of you will live on.  Maybe we should take time to sip tea and read a chapter or two of Restless Waves……….

In loving Memory of Nellie Akerlund February 27, 1907 – July 15, 2010

Join us  for this 1/2 day seminar for an introduction to clicker training horses.  Clicker training is based on learning theory and the concept of positive reinforcement.  Horses absolutely love learning in this style of format and you will observe first hand how effective it truly is.

What you will learn?

1) Basic concepts of learning theory and why it works.

2) Exercises to get you prepared to utilize some basics with your own horse.

3) The importance of timing and treat delivery

4) Observe a demonstration of clicker training in action

Cost is $55

There will be starter kits for sale $15 including a getting started manual written by Alexandra Kurland and clicker.

*Please note this course is a pre-requisite for the Level 1 Clicker Training

*Suzanne and I will be available August 8 for private sessions – please book soon!

*If you are interested in bringing your horse to use for demonstration purposes please email info@unbridled-potential.com

(only one required for this clinic)

Stunning blue eyed 2006 registered overo paint mare sired by “The Jazz Man.”  ‘Taisie’ has been an exceptional student while in training with me.  When first meeting Taisie I was attracted to her calm demeanor and that she loves spending time socializing with people.

Taisie has a very solid reining based foundation which is critical in moving to the next level.  She is ready to pick a specific discipline (English or Western) or be an all round horse for somebody who dabbles in a few different activities.  On the ground, Taisie is exceptional.  While working at liberty in the round pen she gets to work right away and is very responsive to subtle cues.

Taisie is a non-dominant mare who fits in great with a herd.  If you are looking for a “fire cracker” quick horse, she is NOT for you.  She is the type of horse that will pack you around or be just as happy to stand around and hang out.  I took her to her first ‘hoofball’ lesson. She was fantastic.  I was so impressed with her quickness to settle in to the arena and her comfort kicking the hoofball with the other horses.  She exceeded my expectations.

As part of my business, my clients partner with horses in the area of personal development.  Some clients (with no horse experience) have chosen to work with Taisie at liberty in the round pen. Taisie has proven to be safe, trustworthy and loving toward clients.  She has been ridden bareback and led by inexperienced horse people.  I have had my husband (not a rider) ride her which you will see in her upcoming video.

Taisie is healthy, sound, trailer loads, baths, clips, and ground ties.

She is priced to sell at $6000

Contact Carla Webb 604.809.3494
Or email info@unbridled-potential.com

June 12  (Saturday)- 10:00 am – 4:00 pm (10 – 12 year old girls)

June 13 (Sunday) – 10:00 am – 4:00 pm (34 & 14 year olds)

July 19- 22 (Monday – Thursday) – daily from (9:00 am – 3:00 pm)

Please call or email for details

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May 7 – Friday from 9:30 am-10:30 am

May 10 – Monday from 6:15 pm-7:15 pm

Classes are held at Dancing for Dessert in Walnut Grove Langley ( 20279 – 97  ave)

$70 for 8 classes or$12 drop in

email to register info@unbridled-potential.com

Please RSVP if you are a drop in

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Join us on May 14 – 16 for The Essence of ARC Workshop and take a conscious step towards healthier living, deeper relationships, and the manifestation of your passions.  Click Here For the Poster

I am excited to teach Bellyfit classes beginning March 5, 2010 at Dancing For Dessert in the Walnut Grove area of Langley BC (first class is FREE). The new dance studio location is stunning with a  great sound system, fantastic lighting, hardwood floors and huge mirrors.  A fun way to get moving and celebrate your feminine side.

What is Bellyfit?

The Bellyfit System is designed for women of all ages, stages, sizes, and levels of ability. All Bellyfit Instructors are trained to teach to the beginner, the seasoned athlete and everyone in between. I will give you levels of intensity and impact, and layers of movement to choose from. You decide how hard you want to work.

A typical Bellyfit class is one hour. You can expect to start the class with a 4 minute guided posture check and opening meditation, then 35 minutes of cardio, cool down and isolations. You will then take your shoes off and transition to the floor for Pilates inspired core work and a flowing Yoga inspired stretch. You will finish with a very brief closing Mudra Meditation.

Be sure to bring appropriate gym shoes as the first half of the class does require shoes. Lots of water, and a Yoga mat are also recommended!

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