Lateral Movements Simplified
Help your horse become stronger, more flexible and better balanced from the ground.
Course FULL - next course July 1st, 2025
Lateral Movements Simplified
Help your horse become stronger, more flexible and better balanced from the ground.
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The filming is perfect - it's so easy to see what you do!
"I really love your way of teaching. It’s easy to understand both the way you explain and your videos. As I am Norwegian, sometimes it can be difficult to do it in English, but not your course. And thanks to Jill as well for the amazing filming! She’s got all the right positions, and it’s so easy to see what you do.
We are so lucky to have you in our horse world! You are true, honest and preach what you do. Your relationship with horses is amazing! Really grateful that I came across you many years ago ❤️"
Help your horse be stronger, more flexible, and better balanced
Learn how to teach your horse lateral movements on the ground
Once you have True Connection with your horse, the logical next step is to build strength and flexibility so your horse can carry him/herself AND you in a healthy way.
You may already be aware of the natural asymmetries of your horse, and you may know that lateral work can help your horse stay fit and healthy, but you find shoulder in, haunches in, half pass and pirouttes difficult, or you believe that this is only for high-level dressage people.
I can assure you that also YOU can learn this and that ANY horse can do this!
Enjoy healthy movement together!
Help your horse be stronger, more flexible, and better balanced
Learn how to teach your horse lateral movements on the ground
Once you have True Connection with your horse, the logical next step is to build strength and flexibility so your horse can carry him/herself AND you in a healthy way.
You may already be aware of the natural asymmetries of your horse, and you may know that lateral work can help your horse stay fit and healthy, but you find shoulder in, haunches in, half pass and pirouttes difficult, or you believe that this is only for high-level dressage people.
I can assure you that also YOU can learn this and that ANY horse can do this!
Enjoy healthy movement together!
Do you recognize this?
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My horse is heavy in the reins, my horse often trips or suddenly explodes
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Sitting trot is not comfortable, my horse is not easy to collect, my horse always speeds up
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My saddle tends to slide to one side, my horse falls over the outside shoulder
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I cannot seem to ride an equal circle on both reins
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I have problems riding shoulder in, haunches in, half pass or pirouette....
Every horse is 'crooked' - here's what you can about it:
It's no problem for a horse to be unbalanced when they are out in the field. However, when we want to RIDE them, it is our responsibility to help them get balanced, so they can carry themselves AND you in a healthy way!
This is exactly what advanced GROUNDWORK is for!
Benefits for YOU:
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Train your eye & your hand and recognize asymmetries: the essential ingredients to know how you can help your horse
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Learn to educate your horse from the ground and become a confident trainer
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Receive a step by step plan so that you finally feel at ease, clear, and productive in your training sessions
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Set your horse up to be a SAFE, healthy riding partner–preventing expensive injuries or accidents down the road
Benefits for your HORSE:
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They become stronger, more flexible and better balanced and feel great physically
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Fun, empowering training free of the weight of a rider
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Feeling safe in their body, preventing bolting and spooking
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Long term healthy movement for a sound horse without injuries
What would change in your life if you knew exactly what exercises to do to help your horse become a balanced and safe riding horse?
When a horse is not balanced, and you add a rider's weight, the horse will get even more unbalanced. As a flight animal, the horse's solution is to RUN.
That's why a balanced horse is a safe horse!
Listen what Ruth (Germany), Sandy (US), Jean (Ireland) and Kim (US) had to say after the course:
Ruth: "There is so much we have both learned in the LMS. You are always so encouraging."
Sandie: "I love that you teach a horse that doesn't know anything, because that's where we are!"
Jean: "Now (after LMS) she is finally starting to work WITH me."
Kim: "I like that you explain WHAT to do, HOW to do it and WHY and that there is a clear path."
Natural Asymmetries
Every horse is 'crooked'. That is no problem when they are out in the field. However, when we want to RIDE them, it is our responsibility to help them get balanced, so they can carry themselves AND you in a healthy way! That's why GROUNDWORK is so beneficial!
Benefits for YOU:
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Train your eye & your hand, recognize asymmetries
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Learn to educate your horse from the ground
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Become a confident trainer with a step by step plan
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Prepare your horse to be a safe riding horse
Benefits for your HORSE:
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Become stronger, more flexible and better balanced
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Fun training without weight of rider
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Feeling safe in their body, no need to get spooky or run
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Long term healthy movement of your horse
What would change in your life if you knew exactly what exercises to do to help your horse become a balanced a safe riding horse?
When a horse is not balanced, and you add a rider's weight, the horse will get even more unbalanced. As a flight animal, the horse's solution is to RUN. That's why a balanced horse is a safe horse!
You will never regret doing a course with Lucie!
"When Lucie finally decided to this online course, I jumped on. First, the True Connection course and now the Lateral Movements simplified course. Lucie's dedication and way of explaining is so important to me. Her patience and finding the solutions when you get stuck make it simple for you to adapt and continue.
In addition, she is also qualified in body awareness for people and helps you to learn to know your own body so you can better use it in your communication with your horse. She is really doing holistic horsetraining courses. You will never regret doing a course with Lucie!"
When Lucie finally decided to this online course, I jumped on. First, the True Connection course and now the Lateral Movements simplified course. Lucie's dedication and way of explaining is so important to me. Her patience and finding the solutions when you get stuck make it simple for you to adapt and continue.
In addition, she is also qualified in body awareness for people and helps you to learn to know your own body so you can better use it in your communication with your horse. She is really doing holistic horsetraining courses. You will never regret doing a course with Lucie!
In this 6-month course you'll learn how to...
- Align your horse's spine
- Find energy flow
- Achieve balance
- Engage the hind legs
- Prepare for collection
all with calmness and connection.
AND your horse will become...
- Fit, healthy, and flexible
- A safe partner for riding trails, dressage, or playing together
- Happier, more relaxed, and confident
- Highly educated and well-prepared for riding
It's easy to learn for everyone–whether you’re brand new to this, or an experienced horsewoman.
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Hi, I'm Lucie Klaassen
Everything in life is based on balance, the balance between giving and receiving, between leading and following, between respect and trust. Also, your horse must be horizontally and vertically balanced to be able to carry a rider and the rider must be balanced in order to be able to follow and guide the movement of the horse.
I have worked in the financial world for 25 years and only after a burnout, I realized that I was no longer balanced myself. Thanks to my horses, I found inner peace and harmony again. From this experience I decided to follow my heart and work full time with horses.
I have given clinics all over the world and now it's easier than ever to follow my online training in your own time and from the comfort of your own home.
The story of my horse Bombero
Who taught me everything about healthy movement
My tribute to Bombero
Watch this 2-minute video on how doing lateral movements on the ground gave us another 6 happy years together, after two veterinarians told me it was better to put him to sleep...
Try not to cry😥
Every training has 2 aspects:
True Connection & Physical Training
Once you have found True Connection with your horse, and you have established honest, 2-way communication, the logical next step is the physical aspect, without compromising the relationship. This advanced groundwork course will help you train your horse to be more balanced from a calm and connected place.
Lucie Klaassen
Everything in life is based on balance, the balance between giving and receiving, between leading and following, between respect and trust. Also, your horse must be horizontally and vertically balanced to be able to carry a rider and the rider must be balanced in order to be able to follow and guide the movement of the horse.
I have worked in the financial world for 25 years and only after a burnout, I realized that I was no longer balanced myself. Thanks to my horses, I found inner peace and harmony again. Horses teach you to be fully present. From this experience I decided to follow my heart and work full time with horses.
I have given clinics all over the world and now it's easier than ever to follow my online training in your own time and from the comfort of your own home.
The story of my horse Bombero
Who taught me everything about healthy movement
My tribute to Bombero
Watch this 2-minute video on how doing lateral movements on the ground gave us another 6 happy years together, after two veterinarians told me it was better to put him to sleep...
Try not to cry😥
Every training has 2 aspects:
True Connection & Physical Training
Once you have found True Connection with your horse, and you have established honest, 2-way communication, the logical next step is the physical aspect, without compromising the relationship. This advanced groundwork course will help you train your horse to be more balanced from a calm and connected place.
More than just an online course
it's a community of people that think differently
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6 Modules with step-by-step video lessons with my educated horse Seni
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Lessons with various horses that never did any groundwork before, including training sessions of introducing lateral work to my horse Jajão
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All training from a calm and connected place
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Supportive community to ask questions, share your progress and get feedback on your video.
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Amazing free bonuses for better learning!
What is in the Full Course?
Here are the details that you will learn in each module:
What is in the Full Course?
Here are the details that you will learn in each module:
Module 1:
Natural Asymmetries
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Recognize the natural asymmetries in your horse
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Flexion of the poll and bending of the spine on the circle
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Invite your horse to lower the head (without pulling!)
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How to move the shoulders and the hind quarters
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How to walk together in a connected way by using your breath
After module 1 you have trained your eye to see the natural imbalances of your horse and you know how to prepare your horse to start lateral movements in groundwork from a relaxed and connected place.
Module 2:
The circle
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Different groundwork positions on the circle
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Find the best groundwork position
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How to change direction in a fluent way
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How to make the circle bigger and smaller
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Using the circle to prepare for advanced stuff
After module 2 you will be confident to train your horse on the circle with a correct bend through the whole body. You know how to use the circle to stretch the back muscles and to prepare your horse for shoulder in and haunches in.
Module 2:
The circle
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Different groundwork positions on the circle
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Find the best groundwork position
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How to change direction in a fluent way
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How to make the circle bigger and smaller
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Using the circle to prepare for advanced stuff
After module 2 you will be confident to train your horse on the circle with a correct bend through the whole body. You know how to use the circle to stretch the back muscles and to prepare your horse for shoulder in and haunches in.
Module 3:
Shoulder in
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Shoulder out to prepare for shoulder in
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Going straight with flexion and bending in the body
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Shoulder fore
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Shoulder in, groundwork and work in hand
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Shoulder in without a wall and on the circle
You know the step by step roadmap to explain shoulder in to your horse on the ground so that the inside hind leg is placed under the body and taking more weight. It's like going to the gym for your horse! You know what the main challenges are and how you can prevent them (eg overbending the neck)
Module 4:
Haunches in
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How to teach haunches in for the first time
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Haunches in refinement, positioning of the head
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Haunches in without a wall
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Haunches in on a circle, groundwork position
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Haunches in on a circle, advanced longeing
You know how to invite your horse to move the hind end off the track, so the outside hind leg can become stronger and more flexible. You also know how to refine the correct bend and how to prevent your horse from going sideways.
Module 4:
Haunches in
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How to teach haunches in for the first time
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Haunches in refinement, positioning of the head
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Haunches in without a wall
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Haunches in on a circle, groundwork position
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Haunches in on a circle, advanced longeing
You know how to invite your horse to move the hind end off the track, so the outside hind leg can become stronger and more flexible. You also know how to refine the correct bend and how to prevent your horse from going sideways.
Module 5:
Advanced stuff
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Bending your horse away in renvers
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Half pass work in hand, bending horse away from you
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Half pass in groundwork, invite horse towards you
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Pirouette work in hand, bending horse away from you
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Pirouette in groundwork, invite horse towards you
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Sequence in groundwork and work in hand
If you know shoulder in and haunches in, you are ready for advanced stuff like renvers, half pass and pirouette. You will learn several strengthening sequences in groundwork (1 rein) and inhand work (2 reins). If your horse is educated on the ground, riding these exercises will be easy!
Module 6:
Collection
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What is collection and why is it important
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Halt and backup in diagonal steps
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Inviting the hind leg under the body
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Diagonalization of the legs
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Playing with schoolhalt
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Collecting and Forward!
It is now time to shift weight and work towards collection! A collected horse is so much nicer and more comfortable to ride than an unbalanced horse. By shifting the weight to the hind end, your horse will free the shoulder and move in a healthy way. A balanced horse is a safe horse!
Module 6:
Collection
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What is collection and why is it important
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Halt and backup in diagonal steps
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Inviting the hind leg under the body
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Diagonalization of the legs
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Playing with schoolhalt
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Collecting and Forward!
It is now time to shift weight and work towards collection! A collected horse is so much nicer and more comfortable to ride than an unbalanced horse. By shifting the weight to the hind end, your horse will free the shoulder and move in a healthy way. A balanced horse is a safe horse!
What is the investment for this 6-month journey?
Choose your best option!
What is the investment for this 6-month journey?
Choose your best option!
Option 1: Self-study
1-Year Access
Option 2: Premium
LIFETIME Access
This option is for you if you like to watch videos and then practice by yourself. You get 6 months of additional BONUS access, so you have 1 year's access in total! This means that you can go through the full course twice.
This option is for you if you want LIFETIME Access to the Lateral Movements Simplified course. You can go through the course as often as you like, for as long as this course is available (and I don't intend to stop for many years...)
Option 1: Self-study
1 Year Access
This option is for you if you like to watch videos and then practice by yourself. You can go through the course and get 6 months of additional access, so you have 1 year's access in total. This means that you can go through the full course twice.
"Train Your Eye" - Watch recording
later
This option is for you if you want to watch the recording of the monthly "Train your Eye" sessions in the Facebook group on your own time. You don't feel the need to submit your videos for review.
Option 2: Premium
Lifetime Access
This option is for you if you want LIFETIME Access to the Lateral Movements Simplified course. You can go through the course as often as you like, for as long as this course is available (and I don't intend to stop for many years...)
Value = Invaluable!
"Train Your Eye" - Zoom call
Join LIVE
This option is for you if you want to join the monthly LIVE "Train Your Eye" session (People pay € 97 per session to join my LIVE Zoom calls).
Valued at €97 -> INCLUDED in this course!
"Train Your Eye" - Zoom call
Join LIVE!
This option is for you if you want to join the monthly LIVE "Train Your Eye" session (People pay € 97 to join my LIVE Zoom sessions, you get it 6x for free!).
Valued at €97 each month
€600 value INCLUDED
Become a confident trainer for your horse!
Join NOW and make everything you do with your horse easier, more balanced, and more fun!
Lateral Movements Simplified course starting January 1st. 2025
(Limited number of participants, FEW LAST SPOTS AVAILABLE!)
Starts ONLY 2x per year (January/July)
SELF-STUDY
For Independant Horse Enthusiasts
Investment: €997
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Full support for 6-month journey -
Access to 6 modules, step by step lessons
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Downloadable summary of every module
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Downloadable homework exercises
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Community with like-spirited people -
Post your questions in the FB group -
Access to all previous Q&A rercordings
EXTRA BONUS:
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Plus a 6-month ADDITIONAL access, so you can go through the full course TWICE!
Payment Plan available!
1 Year Access!
PREMIUM
For Horse Enthusiasts who like full support
Investment: €1497
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Full support for 6-month journey
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Access to 6 modules, step by step lessons
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Downloadable summary of every module
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Downloadable homework exercises
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Community with like-spirited people
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Post your questions in the FB group
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Access to all previous Q&A rercordings
EXTRA BONUS:
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Get LIFETIME access! Go through the full course as often as you like!
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PLUS
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Every month, LIVE "Train Your Eye" Zoom sessions with Q&A at the end. That is 6x €97 included!
Payment Plan available!
Lifetime Access!
AND, if you find within 30 days after signing up that this course is not for you, just let me know.
I will refund you the full amount, so there is NO RISK in joining!
I want you to be 100% happy!
30 days
Money Back Guarantee
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it possible to pay in installments?
Yes, you can choose to pay in 1 payment or in 6 monthly installments.You can find the payment plan options when you click the registration link.
Is there a money back guarantee?
Yes, I want you to be 100% happy so if within 30 days you find that the course is not for you, you will get your money back.
Do I get access to the whole course at once?
You will start together with an international group on July 1st, when the first module will become available. Every month a new module will be released, so we all study with the same exercise together.
Is it also possible to participate with an older horse or a horse with physical issues?
We only work on the ground and your horse will move in a biomechanically correct way, so in principle you can do this course with any horse. If you have any doubts because your horse has a physical problem, then please contact your vet first.
How much time do I need to practice with my horse?
About 2-4 short (20-30 minutes) practice session with your horse each week would be great. It is better to have short sessions more frequently than 1 long session per week.
Do I need to submit any homework?
The ONLY way to change is to practice. Every module has a PDF with homework exercises that you can do at home. You don’t have to submit anything because it is only for YOU.
Is the information also available in PDF?
Yes, every module has a summary PDF of all the video’s that you can download. It is almost a transcript of what is explained in the video’s
For how long will I have access to the course material?
The course has been designed for 6 months. However, you will have access to the full course for 1 whole year after you signed up, so there is enough time to watch the videos again and practice with your horse. After 1 year, you can choose whether you would like to extend your membership for 20% of the full price (I will let you know 1 month before the year's membership ends).
If you purchased the Premium option or the life-time access, then you will keep access to the course for as long as it is available online (and I don't intend to retire for a looong time!).
Will there be a support group, where we can ask questions and post videos?
Yes, you will be invited to a closed FB support group where you will be together with the other course participants. You can ask questions and post videos for feedback. You will find like-minded and like-spirited people in this group who are all on the same journey!
When you choose the Premium package, you can also join my monthly "Train Your Eye" sessions on Zoom. You can submit a video on Facebook for live feedback and you can ask me questions during the live Zoom call.
Do I need special knowledge before I can start?
You need to have a good connection and communication with your horse. It's also very beneficial if you have a certain awareness of your own body posture. The best preparation is the True Connection course so that your horse is connected to your breathing and is responding to your body posture.
What certifications do you have?
My toolbox:
- Squire in the Academic Art of Riding by Bent Branderup
- Certified Straightness Training Instructor
- Certified Centered Riding instructor
- Certified Freestyle Instructor
- EAD coach (Equine Assisted Development)
- Masterson Method Certified Practitioner and Instructor
- NLP practitioner
- Holistic massage therapist (for human)
- Studying polyvagal theory and horse brain science
And teaching clinics in 13 countries all over the world😊
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Vorden, the Netherlands
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info@lucieklaassen.com
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(31) 641 206 107
MY DREAM / VISION
I want to make a soulful and inspirational contribution to the horse world where welfare, connection and communication between human and horse are the basis of everything we do with our horse.
MY PHILOSOPHY
I believe everyone can learn how to connect to their authentic self, to become the human your horse WANTS to be with. Understand and feel the depth of the breath, listen to the wisdom of your body and connect from the heart. From that place, help your horse become stronger, more flexible , better balanced and collected so that you enjoy a healthy life together!
Videos: Jill Bakker
Pictures: Maybel van der Linden,
Celine Rieck, Susan Wijs
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