Kelsey Nyuli

It’s absolutely mind boggling if you think about it. Your horse gets absolutely nothing out of being competitive for you. Not a darn thing. Of course horses ar...e bred for specific jobs, or they’re bred to be athletic to a certain degree. However, horses don’t wake up thinking about chasing cans, or cows, or flying over jumps. They have no idea how much money is added to the pot. They have no idea that this is a qualifier. They have no idea that this is the short go. And DESPITE us... DESPITE our nerves, our flaws, our incorrect ques, our huge emotions, they get the job done to their very best ability. Even when we fail them by letting our emotions get in the way, they come back and they try again. For US. Whoa. Let that sink in. If only we could all be so understanding. To think of an animal that is forgiving and flexible enough to put up with the repetition of practice, the intense nerves of the rider, the stress of hauling and still meet you at the gate for scratches is MIND. BLOWING. If you haven’t done so lately. Thank your horse. If you’re successful, thank the horses that put you there and made you. Thank the horses that gave everything they had for you simply because you ASKED them to. If you’re still on the journey to success, thank the horses that made you fall in love with your sport and who have helped give you the confidence to want to learn more and be better. We can never stop learning as horsemen and horsewomen, and by continuing our education every horse in our future will be better off. Next time you head to the arena leave your ego at the door and thank your horse! Photo credit: Monty Twingstrom

I did not know a horse could do that... Written by Alissa Kelly I did not know a horse could bring people into your life that end up meaning the most to you. ... I did not know a horse could make the hardest days of your life bearable. I did not know a horse could teach you to put others first. I did not know a horse could remind you time and time again that your gut is always right. I did not know a horse could break your heart. I did not know a horse could pick you up when you have fallen a part. I did not know a horse could teach you to dream again, after you thought it was not possible. I did not know a horse could make you pray. I did not know a horse could bring you closer to Jesus. I did not know a horse could teach responsibility, work ethic and dedication. I did not know a horse could make you believe in something when no one else does. I did not know a horse could make you learn to forgive and forget. I did not know a horse could humble you faster than you can say humble. I did not know a horse could make you a winner. I did not know a horse could teach you how to lose gracefully. I did not know a horse could install patience in you. I did not know a horse could make you listen better. I did not know a horse could give you their heart. I did not know a horse could change your life. I did not know a horse could do all these things, but now I know.

"There's no wrong way to be a woman." - Serena Williams This International Women's Day it's time for you to show the world just what makes you, you. Chase your goals, fight your fears, and make sure... nobody ever keeps you down.

MARCH - FULL APRIL - FULL MAY - 1 Available Spot Having a little fun with a client horse today!

Did you know? Kelsey has been an exercise rider for the past several years. She was valedictorian of her graduating class, as well as top exercise rider. During the racing season in Alberta, Kelsey works at both Century Mile and Century Downs Tracks. The season at the track is winding down, with only about a month left. Kelsey, and fellow exercise rider Taylor (also pictured in this post) are taking client horses once again during the winter months at Spur West Event Center- beginning in November! They are a unique team who can offer a great start to your horse - no matter the discipline! (REFERENCES AVAILABLE). Spots are filling FAST! Don't delay - call, text or send a pm to get your horse in today!

Happy Valentines Day, friends!