A Partnership in Teaching

Robert and Janet are also working to improve their communication with each other. They find it helps them to be better teachers because they constantly work at creating an atmosphere of trust and respect, whether it be with horses, each other or their clients.

“We teach and coach each other, so it is natural to give this to our clients.” says Janet. “It is a full circle, if you will --- what we give to each other, we give to our clients, what we learn from our clients, we give back to each other. The horses play the same role as well. It truly is a way of life.”

Drawing on their experiences with mentors Buck Brannaman, Greg Eliel, the late Ray Hunt, Nancy Thatcher, and the late Tom Dorrance, Robert and Janet encourage their clients to work with the natural instincts and abilities of their horses. They’re constantly searching for new ways to make it “the horse’s idea” and encouraging the person to be feeling of the horse and the horse feeling of its owner. Hence, working towards true unity.

Both are passionate about helping others achieve their goals and aspirations in life. “I love a challenge,” says Janet. “I like helping people decide what they really want, and how to get there.” Doing what the two of them do takes commitment, just like any personal development. But they’re committed to helping people find a way to get there. They want their clients and their horses to enjoy the journey.