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.

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Trauma-Informed Equine Services

Use Your Horse or Mine. Virtual Consults & Mobile Instruction Available

Located in Zelienople, PA


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I learned more from you in one hour than I have in months of lessons! Thank you!

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Kathy B., Client


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.

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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. 

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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.

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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.


Why Horses Learn More About NL
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Trauma-informed

Instruction that understands the impact of trauma, creating a safe, supportive environment where you and your horse can heal and grow.

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Relationship-centered

Focused on building genuine partnerships between horse and rider—rooted in trust, empathy, and mutual respect — to build deep, lasting connections.

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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.

Changing hearts 1 hoofbeat at a time

Traditional riding methods often emphasize control, compliance and behavior extinction at the expense of the horse's and rider's relationship.


The Hearts N Hooves approach is different.

  

Here, you'll discover a relationship-centered and science-backed approach to interacting with horses. You'll move beyond commands and experience the joy of true collaboration and discover the difference a connected relationship with your horse makes.

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"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

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"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

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“Your timing and feel are spot-on. You've got an amazing connection with Bentley. Great work!"

Alyssa R., NL Instructor

Ready for the Hearts N Hooves Difference?

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