Certified Horsemanship Association
English/Western Riding Instructor
Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship, Intl.
Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor
Foster Positive Human-Horse Bonds
At Mindful Horsemanship, LLC., my mission is to blend the art of horsemanship with the practice of mindfulness. My unique approach encourages riders to intentionally focus their attention on the present moment without judgment.
Why Focusing on the Present Matters
This practice, while simple in description, can be challenging to implement as our minds naturally drift toward past events or future concerns. In the language of mindfulness, this is often referred to as 'autopilot.'
While mind-wandering has its place, being in the present moment is crucial when interacting with our equine partners to ensure safety, accurately interpret equine body language, and establish clear communication.
My mindfulness approach also emphasizes body awareness, which is critical for effective communication, alignment, balance, and autonomy while riding.
Comprehensive Services
I offer tailored mindfulness training in various formats, including classroom, groundwork, and mounted lessons. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced rider with specific goals for your horse-human partnership, my services can help you achieve them.
For detailed information about my services and pricing, or if you want to schedule a free consultation either in person or virtually, please visit my Services and Contact pages.
Trusted Riding Instructor at Your Service
I'm Bill Marchand, a mindfulness practitioner and certified English/Western riding instructor with extensive experience in the horse industry. I have developed and taught a mindfulness-based intervention involving horses for trauma survivors.
My credentials include being an Equine Specialist in Mental Health and Learning from PATH, Intl., and an EAGALA model PIH provider. When not teaching, I enjoy spending my free time with my Quarter Horses, Goldie and Rye.