Michelle Jerry 
Heart & Hooves Horsemanship Arena & Obstacle Course​

Horsemanship and Riding Classes

H&H Trailblazers Level 2 is a unique 10-month horsemanship journey. H&H Trailblazers is designed for kids who already have a strong foundation in horsemanship and are ready to continue growing. This class is the next step for students who understand basic horse care and safety, can halter, lead, and walk their horse confidently, and are beginning to work at the trot. In H&H Trailblazers, we build on those basics—expanding confidence, communication, feel, timing, partnership, and riding development in a supportive, patient, and empowering environment. This program helps young riders refine their ground control, improve balance and connection in the saddle, and continue developing leadership, responsibility, independence, and mindful communication with their horse.

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Class Schedule

• January–October

• Meets once a month

• Zoom session are 1 hour​

• In person sessions are 2 hours

 

Offering in 2 Locations

• Deer River, MN - Michelle Jerry Heart & Hooves Horsemanship Arena

• Hayward, WI - Northwest Wisconsin Equine Club

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What They'll Learn​

• Tools to build on the foundation they already have

• How to become more independent and confident with their horse

• Ground control refinement and clearer communication on the ground

• Balance, timing, and feel at the walk and trot

• Simple maneuvers and drills that improve control and responsiveness

• Confidence, leadership, and mindset skills that carry into everyday life

• Partnership and connection that deepens the relationship with their horse

• How to remain calm, focused, and consistent in new situations

We will meet the kiddos right where they are and help them grow

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Horses & Lesson Horse Information

• Kids are encouraged to bring their own horse.

• A limited number of lesson horses are available at the Deer River location.

• Lesson horse fee: $15 per class, paid up front for the entire program to reserve.

• First come, first served – contact the H&H team for reservations.

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Why Choose H&H Trailblazers Level 2?

H&H Trailblazers is where young riders step into the next chapter of their horsemanship journey. This is where they begin to truly understand what partnership means — not just riding a horse, but communicating with one, listening to one, and learning to show up as a trustworthy leader. Our H&H Trailblazers already have the basics; they know how to be safe, how to care for their horse, how to lead, and how to move with confidence at the walk and trot. Now, we begin to shape feel, timing, awareness, and connection.

At Heart & Hooves, we believe horsemanship is not about pushing harder or doing more — it’s about understanding, softness, and being present with your horse. In H&H Trailblazers, we continue to strengthen ground control as the foundation of everything we do. From there, we help young riders develop balance, quiet leadership, rhythm, communication, and a deeper sense of emotional awareness — both in themselves and in their horse.

We meet every rider right where they are, whether they need reassurance, confidence building, refinement, or new challenges. There is no pressure to look a certain way or perform at a certain level. Progress here is measured in connection, understanding, and personal growth — not in perfection.

Kids are encouraged to bring their own horse so that both horse and human grow together. A limited number of lesson horses may be available, but our priority is helping each child develop their own partnership with clarity, trust, and consistency.

H&H Trailblazers is for families who want something real — a community where kids are supported, encouraged, and believed in. A place where progress is celebrated, questions are welcomed, and horsemanship is honored as something meaningful and lifelong. Here, your child is not just a rider — they are a young horseman or horsewoman in the making, learning courage, empathy, patience, leadership, and confidence — the kind that lasts long after they leave the arena.

If your child is ready for the next step — ready to deepen their relationship with their horse, refine their skills, and grow into a quiet, confident leader — then H&H Trailblazers is exactly where they belong.

Because here at Heart & Hooves, we don’t just teach horses — we grow good people.