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Horsemanship Seminars, Clinics and Resources
Previous Horsemanship Clinics
England was one of the first overseas countries I was invited to teach at in 2002. I go there annually and sometimes several times a year. I am told I was the first person to demonstrate Equine Facilitated Learning for learning disabled children there. I present and teach a 5-day course in EFL there regularly.
Additionally, I teach Beyond Natural Horsemanship seminars. Several of the locations in the UK I have taught at are Oxford, Stratford on Avon and others.
This past May, I conducted a seminar at Bittles Brook Farm in the area of Dorset. My 4-day "Beyond Natural Horsemanship" was a huge success for all involved, and I plan to have many more events there in the future, in fact, I am pleased to announce that Bittles Brook Farm will be my new home base when travelling to the UK! You can read my comments about it in my essay entitled "Happiness Is...".
The Way of the 'New Horse'
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This article describes what goes on at The New Horse facility in Dorset and my upcoming program in May, 2012. I have taught there before and loved it enough to have it become my UK base. The Bourchier family who own and operate this first rate facility are some of the best folks anywhere. The horsemanship is superior, the place is terrific and the people the best. I hope you enjoy this article and I hope to see you in May!
Franklin
Upcoming Events in the U.K.
Equine Facilitated Learning
at Bittles Brook Farm, 17 to 21 May, 2012
Thursday, 17 May: Evening Demo, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Friday, Saturday & Sunday: 3-Day EFL Seminar
Monday, 21 May: Private Consultations (with or without your horse)
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What people are saying:
...I have never been to a demo where the trainer gives as much of themselves as you do and with such amazing results. You open people's hearts and they willingly give more of themselves when you are around and that is no easy task, especially in England. Your expertise with horses speaks for itself and next time I would like my horse to meet you too.
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U.K. Horsemanship Image Gallery
The images below were taken at Bittles Brook Farm, in May, 2011, where Franklin recently conducted a 4-day "Beyond Natural Horsemanship" Seminar. He plans to visit again next year!
Regional Resources
I have encountered a number of unique individuals and organizations during my travels to England. Below are a few websites you may find helpful and enjoyable. The links below will take you away from this website, so be sure to book mark this page so you can visit us again.
All Horses
The Leading Equestrian Shop
Alternative Horse Society
The Uk's fasting growing online directory of trainers, therapists and holistic methods of horsemanship. Also offers articles, courses, competitions and a forum.
Riding Holidays in Cumbria, UK
Saughs Farm invites people to bring their horses and ponies to enjoy a unique rural location, wonderful facilities, endless opportunities and a very warm welcome.
Equessence
Karen Fulbrook, IIHHT, ICHT, UKRF, ISAAP, tESA
Equine Holistic Management & Training
Ms. Fulbrook has coordinated some of Franklin's U.K. Programs, including his Equine Facilitated Learning Training Programs & Clinics.
Equestrian Style Magazine
The only FREE international Equine magazine.
Dragonfly Saddlery
UK equestrian shop in Sussex for riding equipment and horse and rider. Offering a wide range of saddles, reins, girths, rugs, other tack and accessories.
Horses for Sale
Horsewizard online equestrian advertising for Horses for Sale, Ponies for Sale, Horseboxes and Trailers for Sale. You can find all types of Horses and Ponies for loan, equestrian equipment and tack for sale and services for everything equestrian.
Horses for sale
Horse Searchers has a long history as one of the finest equestrian websites.
Horses For Sale on Horses-Now
Horses for sale and useful horse news and information site. Primarily UK based with UK horses and horseboxes for sale. Got horse news? Send it to us!
Horses for Sale on Horse Trader Online
The UK's Premier equine classifieds website offering ponies, horse boxes and horses for sale.
The Circles Network Academy for Inspiring Inclusion
provides a UK wide virtual centre, a network of excellence that effectively delivers a wide range of learning opportunities that are firmly based on the Values of Inclusion. The Academy offers learning opportunities to degree level and beyond in all aspects of inclusion, disability, race, gender and sexuality. The Academy’s role is to inspire people of all ages and from all walks of life to live out inclusive values and create communities that inherently provide justice, empowerment and equality for all.
"The New Horse" at Bittles Brook Farm
Previously known as Meaders Farm, this small farm is nestled in the rolling Dorset countryside only 2 miles from the historic town of Shaftesbury, famous for its Golden Mile Hill, and surrounded by magnificent views. The mainline railway station at Gillingham is 10 minutes away.