Mentorship Programs
Full-Time Horsemanship Support and Education to Anyone, Anywhere in the World
6-12 Month Programs.
5-7 People Per Program.
One Dedicated, Trusted Mentor.
Consistent, Personalised Support.
Each month your Mentorship Program will deliver the following services to you, contained inside one affordable subscription.
Live Lessons with your Horse/s
Custom Training Plans
Coaching & Moral Support
Accountability Check-ins
Lively, Private Group Chat
Community Forum off Social-Media
Pre-Recorded Video Review
Group Calls
Full Time Admin Assistance
Scheduling & Booking Concierge
Self Study Online Courses & Tutorials
Additional Discounts & Benefits
OUR AFFORDABILITY GOAL:
Money should never be the reason you cannot get the mentorship support you need and want for your horsemanship goals.
We have created a simple sliding scale pricing scheme that makes it easier for people to take part and support the community.
REGULAR, CONSISTENT MENTORING AND SUPPORT MAKES THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN STAYING STUCK, OR ACTUALLY IMPROVING YOUR HORSEMANSHIP
When you Participate in a clinic, you may experience a profound change at the clinic, but struggle to repeat the results and capture the clinic magic at home.
When you book casual, one-off lessons, your coach and instructor cannot prioritise you easily, leaving you with inconsistent lesson frequency, and low-accountability for the growth you deserve and are capable of.
When you book casual, one-off lessons, you are often left hanging in confusion in-between the lessons, not knowing what to do. Because horses can be very different day to day, so your training has to change day to day. But you have no dedicated guide to advise you in between lessons.
When you buy an Online Course, you are left studying on your own, and your instructor is often far-away and unavailable to answer your personal questions and adapt the course to your individual needs.
When you buy into a large Group Program or Subscription Platform, you are one of hundreds or thousands of students there, and finding direct, intimate, private human advice and support from your mentor and instructor is difficult, impossible and sometimes even forbidden.
Booking casual lessons, clinics, online courses, subscriptions, programs, consulting one-by-one becomes very expensive and confusing when you buy each service on it's own.
What you need is one Mentorship Program which integrates multiple services and educational support into one simple subscription with a discount built in. So that...
Your Clinic experiences and investments can follow through into real long term change.
Your chosen mentor can prioritise you, get to know you deeply, offer effortless personal, effective and targeted educational support because they get to know you properly over a long period of time.
Your lessons are supported with advice and consulting in between the scheduled bookings.
Your online course study can be immediately translated into your unique situation by the creator and mentor.
You are side-by-side with other horse people just like you, but in a small community where you are not lost, swallowed or suffocated by the size of the group, and intimate connection with your mentor and peers is easy, safe and comfortable.
If you are serious about your Horsemanship in 2027, and want ethical, sustainable, safe results and real lasting change, our signature Mentorship Programs are absolutely made for you and we want you to make an serious application, so that we can assign you into the best possible container!
Emotional Horsemanship was Created by Lockie and is Continued on by a Fabulous Small Team of Talented Mentors
For Mentorship Programs, Lockie presents his own groups, and so too do the members of the EH Team. Each of us feel a little different to a student, have different strengths, and combine our uniqueness within the common EH framework with synergy and cohesion.
Lockie Phillips created Emotional Horsemanship as a method to train horses ethically and safely. This is a life-long project that will grow, improve, adapt and change to the current cultural climate, needs of the clients who find us, and the development of horses that we are lucky enough to support.
Due to overwhelming support, interest and momentum, Lockie was faced with a good problem; TOO MANY PEOPLE AND NOT ENOUGH TIME!
Not wanting to abandon people who wanted to work with Emotional Horsemanship, Lockie began sourcing talented, experienced, kind and trustworthy horse people to work alongside him in reaching this demand.
These horse people are not copies of Lockie.
Lockie does not pressure them to use his language, his techniques, or follow his exact approach.
Lockie found people who naturally align with and enjoy the same core values in horsemanship, we support each other in our professional development and work as a team in the best interests of the community we serve.
This team is solid.
This team is small, on purpose.
No new team member will be added for a number of years.
We are stable and secure in our focus on you and your horses.
Secure Lockie as Your Private Horsemanship Mentor in 2027
Pioneering, Perceptive, Devoted, Playful, Honest and Compassionate
Founder of Emotional Horsemanship: International horse trainer, clinician, riding instructor and coach, pioneering a modern Horse First approach combining science, empathy and practical feel-based skill.
Movement & Biomechanics Specialist: Brings a professional background in classical and contemporary dance to horse training, with a distinctive understanding of movement, balance, coordination and physical development.
Versatile Horseman: Specialises in rehabilitation, harmonious riding, emotional neuroscience, hoofcare, ethical training and developing confident, capable horses without escalating pressure.
International Educator & Mentor: Teaching worldwide since 2012, delivering over 1,000 services annually since 2021, with a focus on long-term mentorship, professional development and transformative education.
Horse First Advocate: Host of HORSE, FIRST, founder of Finca de Sanson in Spain, and a passionate advocate for equine welfare, independent thinking and greater inclusion within the equestrian world.
In 2027 Lockie will be offering 3 Mentorship Groups of 5-7 People per group. The focus of these groups will be totally created around the needs of those who apply for his Mentorship.
Lockie has a high-return client rate and low client turn over, places are limited but we encourage you to apply!
Meet Michelle Knapp
Competent, Enormously Experienced, Multi-Disciplinary, Cat-Mom, Good Humoured, Unflappable
EH Pioneer: The first Associated Emotional Horsemanship Trainer, Instructor and Coach, bringing decades of experience and a deeply Horse First approach.
Classical & Versatile: USDF “L” dressage judge with experience across classical dressage, eventing, cattle work and Natural Horsemanship.
Confidence Builder: Specialises in EH Foundations, developing practical skills, restoring confidence and helping horse people become capable, independent thinkers.
Experienced Professional: Seasoned clinician, trainer and coach running a busy horse training and boarding business in Wisconsin, USA.
Warm, Witty & Empowering: Known for her calm clarity, excellent humour and ability to make challenging horsemanship feel accessible, enjoyable and deeply rewarding.
In 2027, Michelle has decided to offer 1-2 Mentorship Groups.
She has prepared an outline of what she will be teaching, for you to download and explore in more detail, so you can know if she will be a good fit for you.
Learn Next to Lori Halliday
Talented, Seasoned, Warm, Competent, Congruent, Bold and Hilarious
Experienced Horsewoman: Over 25 years of daily, hands-on experience teaching, coaching and developing horses and their humans at her Ranch in Santa Cruz, California.
Somatic Specialist: Integrates nervous system awareness, embodied learning and congruency coaching into practical horsemanship.
Confidence Builder: Helps horse people navigate emotional overwhelm, uncertainty, communication challenges and deeply ingrained patterns.
Practical & Progressive: Combines behavioural understanding with effective training skills to create meaningful, sustainable progress.
Compassionate & Perceptive: Known for insightful, supportive coaching that honours personal ethics without sacrificing clarity, competence or effectiveness.
Will Make You Laugh: Little known fact, Lori is hilarious and joy filled. Connecting with her as a mentor more deeply is guaranteed to have you feeling optimistic and even silly!
In 2027, Lori is offering one Mentorship Group of 7 people, for 7 months duration. She has prepared a PDF brochure for you to download so that you can explore if you'd like to apply directly for her group.
Come Home with Hayley
Artistic, Curious, Astonishing, Refreshing, Kind and Creative Student Teacher
Emerging EH Teacher: The first and only Emotional Horsemanship Student Teacher, personally selected for her talent, humility, work ethic and exceptional potential.
Dedicated EH Student: Studying with Lockie since Homecoming 1.0 in 2023, with extensive participation in clinics, mentorship and ongoing professional development.
Confidence Builder: Specialises in identifying strengths, developing confidence and helping horse people recognise their own capabilities.
Thoughtful & Adaptable: Brings a steady, observant and deeply Horse First approach, tailoring techniques to each individual horse and human partnership.
Mustang Horsewoman: Based in Colorado, USA, where she continues developing her craft alongside her two mustangs, Cirrus and Paloma.
In 2027, Hayley is offering one Mentorship Group of 7 people, for 7 months duration. She has prepared a PDF brochure for you to download so that you can explore if you'd like to apply directly for her group.
Who should apply?
Emotional Horsemanship Mentorship Programs are Perfect For You If You...
Want meaningful access to Lockie, Michelle, Lori and Hayley and our innovative curriculum.
Value individual feedback and ongoing conversation about your training and your horsemanship.
Want help turning ideas into practical training.
Care deeply about the horse and still want to become highly capable.
Are willing to examine your habits and assumptions.
Want support that adapts as your horse develops.
Are ready to participate consistently and create real change in 2027.
Value nuance, honesty and good questions more than ideological certainty.
You are ready to take part, have fun, learn a lot and stay on track and accountable to your goals.
Want help adapting to the natural ups and downs of being a horse person with professional, full-time support.
Want results with horses without ruining trust, emotional welfare or ethics with your horse.
Want to connect with other horse people just like you inside intimate, small groups.
Come from any background, any discipline, any ability level, any age, and any goal.