Welcome to Hearts N Hooves
Are you looking for more than just riding lessons? You've come to the right place.
If you're ready to build a true equine partnership, let's talk.
Trauma-Informed Equine Services
Use Your Horse or Mine. Virtual Consults & Mobile Instruction Available
Located in Zelienople, PA
I learned more from you in one hour than I have in months of lessons! Thank you!
What We Do
Short answer? I show you how to build a deeper, kinder connection with your horse — even if you’re feeling stuck, intimidated, and not sure where to begin. No harsh or expensive gadgets required.
Long answer? Keep scrolling to discover the gentle, science-backed approach that empowers both you and your horse to flourish, together.
Services
Trauma-informed instruction that builds a safe, supportive connection between you and your equine partner.
Connection-Focused Riding
Strengthen your relationship with your horse & your riding skills.
Relationship Building Sessions
Build skills on the ground that directly translate to experiences in the saddle.
Mobile Instruction
Come to my barn, or I'll go to yours within a reasonable distance to Pittsburgh. Virtual consults available.
Summer Camps
As an instructor for HeartSong EAC's Pony Club, But Better summer camp, I teach kids how to safely have fun with horses and emotionally co-regulate with them.
NL Certified Level 1 Equine Professional
As an NL Certified Level 1 Equine Professional, I'm trained in Natural Lifemanship's trauma-informed, science-based methods for building authentic connections between humans and horses.
Trauma-informed
Instruction that understands the impact of trauma, creating a safe, supportive environment where you and your horse can heal and grow.
Relationship-centered
Focused on building genuine partnerships between horse and rider—rooted in trust, empathy, and mutual respect — to build deep, lasting connections.
Science-based
Grounded in proven equine science and Natural Lifemanship principles, methods are effective and compassionate, honoring the nature of the horse as an individual.
"I can't believe the change in Ralphie! We've made so much progress after meeting with you just a couple of times. We're finally able to work on the trot polls."
Judy M., Client
"Holy cow that was like, the easiest ride I've ever had on Lucky. I wasn't sure what a half-halt was but he responded so well to it."
Laura N., Lessee
“Your timing and feel are spot-on. You've got an amazing connection with Bentley. Great work!"