Explore Your Autumn 2017 IH Magazine!

What’s Inside?

• Big Interview with Elsa Sinclair – trainer behind Taming Wild and founder of Freedom Based Training™
• Monty Roberts’ June diary – from Royal Stables to the Spanish Riding School
• 8-page Creative Groundwork Training Guide packed with new ideas
• “How Well Do You Know Your Horse?” – understanding personality in training
• IH Recommended Trainer Rosie Jones on finding your horse’s sweet spot
• Clinic review of Elsa Sinclair’s UK debut
• Book feature: Rider Biomechanics by Mary Wanless
• Inspiring member story: Tam Carroll’s journey from trauma to healing through horses
• Intelligent DIY: Make your own jump fillers
• Latest on Horse Sense and Healing clinics with veterans
• Reader stories, photos, feedback – and a chance to win tickets to HOYS!

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Why You’ll Love This Issue

From the thoughtful “How Well Do You Know Your Horse?” (p28) to Elsa Sinclair’s groundbreaking work in liberty training (p14–18), we explore how to build real trust and communication. Our 8-page Creative Groundwork section (starting p20) gives you fresh, practical ways to develop your horse from the ground up — and even some DIY inspiration if you’re feeling hands-on (p26).

Rosie Jones’ article (p34) is a gentle reminder of how finding joy in small moments can shift everything — a message that echoes across the entire issue. We’ve also got heartening updates on the Horse Sense and Healing programme (p12), highlighting the powerful healing horses offer to veterans.

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Complete Contents with Article Descriptions

4 – My World: What Sparked Your Passion?
Kelly Marks reflects on a childhood story that shaped her love of horsemanship — and celebrates the start of her nephew horse Jack’s working hunter career.

6 – Letters and Feedback
Heartfelt member stories, from horses overcoming challenges to gratitude for IH courses. Don’t miss the star letter winner!

7 – Members’ Photos
A gorgeous selection of member snapshots and stories — from first ponies to rescue transformations.

8 – In Other News…
From hobby horse championships to massage and Mozart for racehorses — all the quirky, useful, and thoughtful updates from the equine world.

10 – Monty’s June Diary
Follow Monty’s whirlwind tour — including work with Royal Stables, veterans, and his powerful demo at the Spanish Riding School.

12 – Horse Sense and Healing
Ele Milwright shares the latest progress in the IH veterans programme, including new partnerships and powerful stories of healing through Join-Up™.

14 – The Big Interview: Elsa Sinclair
An inspiring, in-depth chat with Elsa about taming wild horses, Freedom Based Training™, and reshaping how we approach horsemanship.

18 – Clinic Review: Elsa Sinclair’s Debut UK Clinic
IH member Alison Ball shares what she learned — and how it’s already making a difference with her own horses.

19 – Meet a Member: Tam Carroll
An extraordinary story of recovery, resilience, and how a Clydesdale named Ollie helped save a life.

20 – Creative Groundwork Exercises
Start with fresh groundwork ideas to keep things interesting and build skills with trust and clarity.

23 – Creative Problem Solving
Think outside the box with practical ways to tackle common handling hiccups.

24 – Out and About on Long Lines
Take long-lining to the next level with tips on building confidence in different environments.

26 – Intelligent DIY: Make Your Own Jump Fillers
Turn scrap wood into smart, fun training tools — a great weekend project!

28 – How Well Do You Know Your Horse?
Understand personality types and how they shape your training relationship — a thoughtful and practical piece.

32 – Book Review & Excerpt: Rider Biomechanics by Mary Wanless
A first look at this essential guide to riding technique and posture with purpose.

34 – Creating a Sweet Spot
Rosie Jones explores how finding comfort and rhythm can unlock better performance and a happier horse.

38 – Win Tickets to HOYS!
Enter to win tickets to Horse of the Year Show – a must for any horse lover.

39 – Spotlight On: Lynn Chapman
Celebrating a valued member of the IH community and her continued contributions.

40 – IH Success Story: Toby Slocum and His Small Herd
A touching success story of trust, partnership, and the difference IH methods can make.

42 – IH Trainer Feedback
Testimonials from real clients on the difference IH trainers are making around the UK.

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