Horse Connections, Susan Berger

01/28/2025

TUESDAY TRAINING TIPS -- Julie Goodnight Horsemanship is always a place to visit when looking for answers to our CONNECTION with our horses and how that relates to our training.

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Many of the questions I get start with a sentiment like this: “My horse used to do this well, but now he won’t,” or, “My horse was really responsive when I ...

01/27/2025

MONDAY MOTIVATION

—The cold, snowy days can be challenging. Spending quality time with our horses can take a hit, and trying to get started after time off can be daunting. The key is to get started again, even if it’s back at the beginning. Find a way to CONNECT with your horse. Groundwork, riding fun figures, just an hour of grooming and connecting. Don’t feel guilty for missing time, that is wasted energy that will keep you down. Look for your motivator. It may be in a friend, coach/instructor, a good video, online support.
—This picture is riding a schooling figure. She is “making a snowman”. Three circles, three different sizes. And she put a hat on him, lol! If you need help with motivation, reach out to me for some suggestions. We can get together, or share online. Message or call me. Anyone want to share what you’ve been doing to help motivate others? Let us know what you are up to! Pictures and praises are welcome!

10/23/2024

Beautiful day, lots of lessons, ending view.

10/12/2024

Beautiful day for a dressage show.

09/29/2024

Happy National Sons Day! Love you both! ❤️
Stephen Berger Nathan Berger

08/19/2024

A little sightseeing after super fun Horse Camp before heading back.

06/28/2024

I’m so bad at taking pictures! Yesterday I had a great morning in Sherman’s Dale working with some really nice horses and some wonderful owners including a new client, a 5 year old Belgian. Had a super fun road trip to Morgantown with a bff and met some nice owners of two saddle shops. Ended the evening at Perry County fairgrounds with two up and coming 4-H girls and their talented horses.

06/14/2024

Graceful Strides Mobile Massage Therapy LLC, Gracie and Horse Connections, Susan Berger would like to thank all the participants, auditors and volunteers that made the first Health and Horsemanship Clinic possible! We were blessed with an amazing day surrounded by amazing people!

Huge thank you to Kathy Hetrick for allowing us to use her beautiful facility!

05/31/2024

Beautiful morning to spend with a super fun chestnut thoroughbred. He didn’t disappoint on his ride; morning hack, trotting on the buckle, lateral work, building muscle.

04/14/2024

IMPORTANT UPDATE!!! Graceful Strides and Horse Connections- Health in Horsemanship Clinic has now been moved to JUNE 8TH 2024! If you are interested in reserving your spot in the clinic or auditing, please contact Susan or Gracie!

Susan Berger: 717.525.3450
Gracie McDonald: 717.830.8888

04/01/2024

Good Afternoon Graceful Strides Family, We have some exciting news! Graceful Strides Mobile Massage Therapy and Horse Connections, Susan Berger will be holding our FIRST clinic this spring! If you are interested in more information or would like to participate in this clinic please reach out to Susan Berger or I, as spots in this clinic will be limited. We will also be opening the clinic up to auditors for a small fee!