News & Events: updated 17th Jan 2012

'Meeting of Minds' Open training Days:
Following the success of the first 'Meeting of Minds' training day earlier this month please note, we no longer have any participants places available for the next date in Feb, but we do still have places for those who wish to spectate & join in on the discussions! We also have more spectator places & limited participants places available for the March & April dates so do contact us now to avoid disappointment.

£50 a day to spectate
£45 a day if you book two days or more
£75 a day if you bring a horse or use one of ours

Debbie is also available for Private consultations @ 'The New Horse' Centre where you can bring your own horse or work with one of those from the centre. Please call for details.

2012 Freelance Services & Prices:

Private Consultation: A 3hr. Home visit from Debbie, getting to know you and your horse. Ideal for the assessment & implementation of most training issues, including: loading / travelling problems, handling and ground training issues, as well as improving ridden communication and working through ridden problems. (Most loading, handling and ground training issues can be dealt with during one session, ridden and travelling problems usually require a repeat visit, please call to discuss details.)

£175 + Travel (Discounts available for group bookings, please enquire for details.)

Ongoing Individual Coaching Sessions: Are still available for all my repeat clients. Ideal for fine tuning techniques, taking the next step in your training program with the help and support of Debbie and keeping you and your horse on the right track to a positive and fun future together.

£50 per hour + Travel

NB. Loyalty Bonus: 10% off following any 2 sessions

Tailor Made Workshops:
A fun, interactive and informal learning day or days, covering all aspects of equine behaviour, psychology and communication. Arranged on a bespoke basis and can include a Talk, Demonstration, Q&A Session & Individual Consultations, depending on numbers and facilities.

£450 (Per Day) + Travel

Travel costs: 50ppm

Please note, a non refundable deposit of £25 is payable within 72 hrs of booking an appointment with the balance payable at the time of the appointment. If you need to cancel an appointment, please ensure we are notified more than 24hrs in advance to give another client the opportunity to take the appointment, otherwise the full appointment fee will be charged. All cheques to be made payable to: Debbie Reilly.

2012 Dates for your Diary:

New 2012! ‘Meeting of Minds’ Open Training Days: 10am – 3pm @ The New Horse, Shaftesbury, Dorset.

Jan 9th, Feb 6th, March 5th, April 2nd

This is a unique opportunity for you to participate with your horse, or observe, and gain insights and instruction from two acclaimed horsemanship trainers. Carolyn Bourchier & myself will be coming together to share knowledge & look at different horsemanship techniques & philosophies, working with horses of all ages & stages of training. Meet like-minded people & learn through demonstration & discussion to find what works for YOU & your horse.

Confidence Building @ 'The New Horse' (TNH) Centre:
Debbie is available on a weekly basis @ TNH Centre for private individuals or groups wanting to learn or build confidence with horses but may not have their own. We have a large selection of horses & ponies at different ages & stages of training enabling us to tailor your sessions to suit your needs

Personal & Professional Development Training Days @ TNH :
Debbie Reilly is now offering; Leadership, communication, team-building & management training days with the master of non-verbal communication, the horse. Horses offer you immediate, consistent and honest feedback, taking you on a ‘real-life’ journey. As highly sensitive, reactionary animals they will respond to every thought, move & decision you make, illustrating how you can and do impact on those around you.

1hr one-to-one taster sessions: £50 + Travel

All Equine Facilitated Learning sessions are arranged on a bespoke basis, please call to discuss your needs & requirements.

For prices & details on any of these services please contact Debbie: 0771 573 2278

Visits to Suffolk / Essex Area:
Debbie will continue to visit the Suffolk / Essex areas on a regular basis for private bookings & workshops

Jan 18th - 22nd:

March 14th – 18th:

April 25th – 29th:

June 20th – 24th:

These dates are subject to change. If you would like to receive up to date information on the ‘Understanding Equus’ events and services, please Go to contact page and forward an up to date email address to be added to our eshot database.

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Phone: 07715 732 278 Email: info@understandingequus.co.uk