At Simon Fielder Horsemanship, we’re dedicated to supporting your horse’s development through professional, on-property training that’s customised to suit your goals. We offer a range of services designed to meet the unique needs of both horse and handler.

 

INITIAL INTRODUCTION - $180 / 2 hours

This first session takes the time to get to know your horse - their personality, movement, sensitivities, and how they respond to handling. It’s also a chance for us to discuss your goals and any concerns you might have, so we can shape a training approach that’s realistic, respectful, and effective.

 

In the two hours, we will:

• Observe how your horse interacts in their environment and with people

• Gently handle and engage with your horse to assess responses, tension, and areas of confidence or concern

• Begin light groundwork to establish communication and understanding

• If relevant, assess riding suitability or current challenges under saddle

• Identify behavioural patterns that may be impacting training, safety, or confidence

• Discuss observations together and outline possible next steps

• An Induction Evaluation Sheet will be provided to assist in this process

 

There’s no pressure to achieve anything specific in this first session — the focus is on building trust, gaining insight, and establishing a safe, positive starting point for both you and your horse. It’s also a chance for you to get a feel for my training approach and to discuss a plan that aligns with your horse’s needs and your personal goals.

 

FOLLOW UP INDIVIDUAL TRAINING SESSION – $120/hour

A focused 1-hour session delivered at your property. Ideal for:

• Groundwork and foundation skills

• Building softness and responsiveness

• Performance under saddle

• Problem-solving

• Confidence-building for horses and handlers

 

TRAINING PACKAGES

Commit to consistent training and save with our multi-session packages:

5-Session Package – $550 (Save $50 – normally $600)

• Great for refining skills or progressing through short-term training goals

10-Session Package – $1,050 (Save $150 – normally $1,200)

• Best value for long-term development, young horses, or behavioural training

 

*Attendance Commitment applies to all bookings

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PREPARATION

To make the most of your session, please have your horse caught and haltered only with any necessary equipment (such as halters, saddles, or groundwork gear – all equipment must be fit for purpose with items such as helmets compliant with safety standards) on hand at the scheduled start time. This helps ensure we can use the full hour effectively and respect the timing of other clients' bookings.

 

Simon makes every effort to arrive on time for each session. However, due to the unpredictable nature of working with horses, there may be occasional delays. He is committed to ensuring each horse finishes in a calm and regulated state, even if that means spending a little extra time when needed.

 

ATTENDANCE COMMITMENT

Unlike the cancellation policy, which applies when a session is called off in advance, our Attendance Policy applies when Simon has arrived on-site to deliver your session - even if the horse is later found to be unfit for work.

We understand that horses may occasionally be unfit for work due to lameness or other issues, and we aim to offer flexible, fair solutions in these cases. It’s not always easy to know when your horse is lame until just before (or even during) a session. We genuinely appreciate that these situations arise and do our best to work with you in a fair and equitable manner.

 

When a session is booked, time is allocated exclusively for you and your horse. If Simon arrives and the horse is unfit for work, we’re happy to shift the session focus to alternative engagement (which may or may not include the horse) in areas such as:

• Groundwork or connection exercises

• Assessing and developing groundwork skills

• Exercises to improve timing and feel both on the ground and in the saddle

• Tack checks or gear discussions

• Support and education for you

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This ensures you continue receiving value and forward momentum in your training journey, even when full work with your horse isn’t possible.

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Where no work is able to be achieved, a 50% fee will apply. This helps cover fuel costs, travel time, and the impact on scheduling for other clients.

 

CANCELLATIONS

While the Attendance Policy applies once Simon has arrived on-site, our Cancellation Policy relates to sessions that are postponed or cancelled ahead of time.

 

We understand emergencies happen and weather can have an impact. The more notice you’re able to provide if you need to cancel or reschedule, the better - we truly appreciate your consideration in helping us manage time and bookings effectively.

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Thank you for your understanding and commitment to your horse’s progress. If you’re unsure about whether your horse is fit for a session or have questions about how a session can be adapted, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.