Rachael J Craig Horsemanship

29/07/2026

I’m heading back to vic on the 31st so I will be available for lessons again. DM for a booking! 🐴🐴

23/07/2026

Wally is in for in home training with a clear goal to become a calmer, softer, and more responsive horse that his owner can confidently enjoy out on the trails.

We’re not just teaching behaviours; we’re building understanding.

Over the coming weeks we’ll be focusing on:

• Responding lightly to pressure
• Leading and following a feel
• Improving balance and posture
• Developing softness through the
body and mouth
• Building confidence and willingness.
• Creating a horse that is relaxed,
attentive, and enjoyable to ride.
• Building confidence being out alone

Every great trail horse starts with a solid foundation on the ground. When a horse understands the basics, everything under saddle becomes easier.

I’m looking forward to sharing Wally’s progress throughout his training journey. 🤍🐴

If you’d like your horse to benefit from an in home training program, I’d love to help.

Send me a DM to discuss your goals and book your horse in for training. 🐴

19/07/2026

Private lessons at Horsham Vic on the 29th of August DM for a booking! Spots filling fast. 🐴

17/07/2026

2 spots left for privet lessons tomorrow in Haddon/ballarat vic DM for a private session I come to you.! 🐴🐴

Hey guys I will be in Haddon/ballarat Vic this Saturday 18th July for private lessons ridden or groundwork. I have 2 spots available if anyone is keen.

Send me a DM to book a spot!

Giddyup 🐴🐴

16/07/2026

Heading to Hamilton Vic on the 22nd of August DM for a booking.! 🐴 (1 spot left)

15/07/2026

Hey guys I will be in Haddon/ballarat Vic this Saturday 18th July for private lessons ridden or groundwork. I have 2 spots available if anyone is keen.

Send me a DM to book a spot!

Giddyup 🐴🐴

14/07/2026

I will be in Maryborough Vic on the 23rd of July for private lessons. DM for a lesson 🐴🐴

13/07/2026

I know quick fixes can seem like the answer when your horse is spooky, anxious, won’t stand still to mount, throws their head up, or just isn’t behaving the way you want.

It’s completely understandable. When a problem shows up, our attention naturally goes straight to the behaviour we don’t want.

We think, How do I stop this? So we start searching for the fastest solution to make that symptom disappear.

I’ve seen people try everything imaginable calming paste, calming herbs, injections, bigger bits, different nosebands, stronger tack, gadgets, and all sorts of equipment hoping one of them will solve the problem.

But here’s the thing…

When we chase symptoms instead of understanding why they’re happening, we often end up suppressing the real cause.

The behaviour might disappear for a while, but because the underlying issue hasn’t been addressed, it usually shows up somewhere else later often in a bigger or more serious way.

The “quick fix” is rarely the quickest path.

The fastest way to create lasting change is to get to the source of the problem.

Learn to diagnose what is actually happening with your horse instead of just reacting to what you see on the surface.

Then, break it down into manageable steps. Give your horse the skills to cope with the situations you’re asking them to be in,And develop your own skills so you become someone your horse can rely on for guidance, clarity, and confidence.

Don’t look for ways to simply stop unwanted behaviour.

Look for the cause.

Because when you solve the cause, the symptoms no longer need to exist.

That’s where real, lasting horsemanship begins.

If you’re tired of going around in circles, trying one quick fix after another without getting lasting results, I’d love to help.

Together we’ll identify what’s really going on with your horse, build a training plan that makes sense, and give both you and your horse the skills and confidence to move forward.

Send me a DM to book a lesson or to chat about how I can help you and your horse.

12/07/2026

🐴 Lesson Availability – Next Week 🩵

I’ll be coaching in the following areas:

📍 Monday 13th – Great Western, VIC
(Booked out)

📍 Tuesday 14th – Ararat, VIC
(availability x1 spot arvo)

📍 Wednesday 15th – Glenthompson,
VIC (availability x1 spot arvo)

📍 Thursday 16th – Ararat, VIC
(availability x1 spot)

📍 Friday 17th – Glenthompson, VIC
(availability x1 spot)

📍 Saturday 18th Haddon VIC
(Availability x2 spots)

Whether you’re wanting help with groundwork, dressage, jumping, floating, young horses, confidence, working through anxious behaviours, or general ridden coaching, I’d love to help you and your horse reach your goals.

If you’d like to book a lesson, send me a DM to secure your spot! Limited availability. 🐴💙 📞0413 160 221

09/07/2026

Lesson Available 11/07/2026 Due to a Cancellation!

Hey guys! A private ridden or groundwork lesson has become available for, 11th July, in the Mt Doran/Ballarat, VIC area due to a cancellation.

🐴 Specialising in:

• Natural Horsemanship

• Classical Dressage

If you’d like to secure the spot, send me a DM, 📞 or text 0413 160 221.

First in, best dressed! 🐴🐴