SK Equine Academy

11/03/2026

🐴 Lesson & Training Availability

Our regular lesson spots for weekday mid-to-late afternoons and Saturdays are officially FULL, and we’re now taking names for the waitlist!

Thank you to our wonderful students and families for keeping our barn busy with learning, growth, and a love of horses.

Looking to join us? We still have a few morning lesson spots available!

We also have room for 1–2 horses in training. If you’ve been considering training for your horse, message me to discuss your goals and see whether our program would be a good fit.

📩 Send me a message to claim a morning spot, join the lesson waitlist, or ask about training availability!

11/02/2026

Unfortunately, we’ve made the decision to cancel our upcoming Bitless Connection Clinic.

While we’ve had some interest in auditing, we haven’t received enough rider registrations to move forward with the clinic as planned.

I’m a little disappointed, as this is something I’m incredibly passionate about sharing! I truly believe that bitless riding is about so much more than simply removing the bit. It’s about communication, understanding, and building a stronger connection with our horses. ❤️

That being said, this isn’t the end of the idea! I still hope to offer a clinic in the future when there’s enough interest to make it worthwhile.

In the meantime, I will continue offering private bitless consultations and lessons for anyone interested in exploring bitless riding, improving communication, or transitioning their horse.

Thank you to everyone who showed interest and helped spread the word! 🐎

11/01/2026

Christmas fabric is here, and preorders are officially OPEN! 🎄

These festive prints will be turning into handmade reusable gift bags and horse tail bags. A little holiday fun for under the tree and at the barn!

🎁 Gift bags: A cute, reusable way to wrap gifts for family, friends, teachers, and barn buddies.

🐴 Tail bags: Give your horse’s wardrobe a festive touch, or tuck one into a horse lover’s stocking!

Message me with the print you love and whether you’d like a gift bag, tail bag, or both!

Thank you for supporting my little handmade holiday venture!

10/31/2026

🎄🐴 A little holiday interest check!

I’m thinking about putting my sewing machine to work and making reusable fabric gift bags in horse-themed and festive holiday prints!

They’d be a fun way to wrap stocking stuffers, horse treats, grooming goodies, and other gifts—and something you can use again year after year. 🎁

I’m considering offering sets of three sizes, with a target price of around $24 per set.

Before I pick fabrics and stitch up samples, I’d love to hear: Would these make your holiday shopping list? Horse prints, holiday prints, or a mix?

Comment below! No commitment, just helping me decide what to make. ❤️

10/29/2026

Everyone talks about the excitement, the speed, and the adrenaline that comes with riding horses.

But honestly? Some of my favorite moments in the saddle are the quiet ones.

Just me, Boaz, the sound of hoofbeats, and miles of trail ahead of us.

No rush. No expectations. Just two partners enjoying the journey.

There’s something incredibly special about reaching a point in your partnership where you can simply enjoy being together.

Years of training, patience, trust, and learning to communicate with each other have brought us here.

And while I love the art of bitless horsemanship, it’s moments like these that remind me why I ride in the first place.

Not for the adrenaline.

For the peace.

Who else loves the quiet rides just as much as the exciting ones?

10/27/2026

🐴✨ NEW & UPDATED EBOOKS ARE HERE! ✨📚

I’ve been busy behind the scenes creating and expanding some educational resources, and I’m excited to share that they’re making their way into my Etsy shop!

One of my biggest passions is helping horse owners and riders build better relationships with their horses through knowledge, patience, and understanding. And now, I’m bringing more of that education beyond the barn!

What’s New?

🐎 Horse Ownership: Before You Buy – Thinking about getting your first horse? This guide helps you understand the responsibilities, expenses, and realities of horse ownership BEFORE taking that exciting step!

🌿 Groundwork Guide – Expanded & Updated! – Groundwork is so much more than moving your horse around. Learn how to develop communication, trust, respect, and a stronger partnership from the ground up.

🐴 Bitless Basics & Faith-Based Foundations – Explore a thoughtful approach to bitless horsemanship while incorporating faith, patience, and intentional partnership.

🎨 Animal Alphabet Tracing & Coloring Book – Something special for our youngest animal lovers! A fun, educational coloring and activity book that combines letter tracing, adorable animals, and interesting facts to help little learners explore the alphabet while developing early writing skills. Perfect for horse-loving kids and animal enthusiasts alike!

Whether you’re a brand-new horse enthusiast, preparing to purchase your first horse, or an experienced owner looking to continue learning, there’s something for you!

✨ All ebooks are digital downloads, so you can start reading and learning right away!

Every purchase also supports my small business, SK Equine Academy, and allows me to continue creating educational resources for the horse community.

🛍️ Shop the collection on Etsy!

Shop Horse Printables & Equestrian Worksheets by CCHorsemanship located in Riverside, California.

10/23/2026

Little hands, big smiles, and a sweet pony named Maple. 🍁

Maple & Me officially kicked off this week with our first few little learners! I’m so excited to share this program with families and help their children discover the joy of being around horses.

Created for ages 2–5, these parent-and-child sessions introduce little ones to grooming, pony care, safety, and gentle interaction. All while building confidence at their own pace.

With just two children per class, each child gets personal attention and time to connect with Maple.

🍁 30-minute weekly sessions
🍁 Four-week series • $180 per child
🍁 Ongoing enrollment available
🍁 Parent or caregiver participates alongside them
📍 SK Equine Academy • Norco

Our first spots are filling, and availability is limited around our existing lesson schedule! If you’ve been thinking about joining, now is a great time to reach out and find a time that works for your family.

Comment or message “MAPLE” for availability and enrollment details. Your spot is reserved once payment is received.

10/23/2026

Sometimes good horsemanship means revisiting something you moved away from.

Boaz has been doing AMAZING in his Indian bosal/hackamore lately, so why am I trying another bitless bridle?

There’s actually some history behind this decision!

When I first began exploring bitless riding, a cross-under bridle was one of the first setups I tried with Boaz.

As I learned more, I realized not all bitless bridles communicate the same way.

Cross-under bridles distribute pressure through straps beneath the jaw, but depending on their design and fit, that pressure doesn’t always release as quickly or clearly as it does with other setups.

And the release of pressure is just as important as applying it!

At the time, Boaz was still learning rein cues, and I was learning to communicate effectively without a bit. I wanted to establish the clearest foundation possible, so we explored other options with more direct cues and quicker releases.

Fast forward to today!

Boaz is older, more mature, and has a much stronger foundation. I’ve also grown as a rider, relying more on my seat, legs, and balance rather than my reins.

So why revisit the cross-under?

Our trail rides!

We enjoy longer rides, sometimes over challenging terrain and complicated footing. I’m curious whether the cross-under could be another comfortable option now that we rely less on rein pressure.

But I’m not assuming it’ll be better!

Delayed pressure release is still a consideration, especially when precise communication matters. We’ll be testing his responsiveness, softness, and how readily the bridle releases before heading onto the trails.

Here’s what I want people to understand about bitless riding:

Equipment doesn’t replace education, and stronger pressure doesn’t necessarily mean better communication.

When I spotted this cross-under on sale from Two Horse Tack, I decided it was worth revisiting! I also grabbed a safety-yellow breastcollar for extra visibility on our evening rides.

Have you tried both an Indian bosal and a cross-under? I’d love to hear your experiences!