The Heart, the Fire, The Soul of Dressage HeartFire presented by the magazine Horses For LIFE! To find out more Click Here! "Heartfire seeks to teach those who desire true harmony with their horse –harmony in body AND spirit. We believe that patient, thoughtful training practices result in extraordinary beauty - the expressiveness of the horse, encouraging a melding between horse and rider. Why Heartfire? We noted that many were confused by the apparent conflict between what they read in the classical literature and what they were observing in practice around them. We believe a beautifully trained horse will compete successfully. Yet somehow, through a desire to “win” and progress quickly, much of the gentleness and logic has disappeared from our training methods in the last 20 years. We developed Heartfire in an effort to restore the concept of harmony and true beauty in the art of riding. Heartfire: an exploration of the wisdom that like a precious gem, with endless facets, is presented by different masters and different schools with different experiences, and different emphasis. Heartfire provides an education through quotes and quests encouraging you in the training of your horse and to find the truths within the heart of the teachings. Daring to dream of a time where we learn to ride the beauty, without compromising the strength and freedom of our horses. Heartfire is a life philosophy that carries over into everyday life and our approach to all living beings. In following the tenets of Heartfire, you will find that not only will you find excellence with your horse but within yourself. Learning to Ride and Live with Grace~Strength~Joy and Gentleness. “Where in the world can man find nobility without pride, friendship without envy, or beauty without vanity? Here, where grace is laced with muscle and strength by gentleness confined.” Ronald Duncan