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Riding with Rhythm's Shirley Dubay Shares Her Horsemanship Journey
Shirley Dubay from Riding with Rhythm joins us to share her journey in horsemanship and the community impact of her riding school. From her early days in vocational school to her certification at Meredith Manor, Shirley’s background is rich with experiences—from working with thoroughbreds on the track to becoming a head riding instructor in Colorado.
With her decades of experience, Shirley teaches riders of all ages, focusing on building confidence and skills through engaging lessons. In our conversation, we explored various teaching methods, including games she uses to help students learn while they are in the saddle. She highlights the importance of understanding horse care and the commitment that comes with horse ownership, dispelling common misconceptions along the way.
She discusses her unique facility in Pendleton County, where she offers a range of programs, including private and semi-private lessons, as well as badge work for community organizations like the Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts.
If you're interested in horsemanship or simply want to learn more about the world of horses, this episode is a perfect blend of education, inspiration, and heartfelt stories from someone who truly lives and breathes her passion for riding and teaching.
Takeaways:
- Shirley Dubay shares with us her vast experience and training with horses
- Shirley offers a variety of lessons and community programs, including scouting badge work and hands-on classes for kids.
- Shirley stresses the importance of understanding horse care in addition to learning how to ride.
- She discusses some common misconceptions about horse ownership and gives a warning to parents who may not know the major commitment of time and money involved with making a purchase of a horse.
- Shirley's teaching style emphasizes patience and connection, and her use of games to encourage learning through fun.
Links referenced in this episode:
- ridingwithrhythm.com
Companies mentioned in this episode:
- Riding with Rhythm
- No Blink Pictures
- Toad Talk Media
- We Are Grant County
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By Toad Talk MediaShirley Dubay from Riding with Rhythm joins us to share her journey in horsemanship and the community impact of her riding school. From her early days in vocational school to her certification at Meredith Manor, Shirley’s background is rich with experiences—from working with thoroughbreds on the track to becoming a head riding instructor in Colorado.
With her decades of experience, Shirley teaches riders of all ages, focusing on building confidence and skills through engaging lessons. In our conversation, we explored various teaching methods, including games she uses to help students learn while they are in the saddle. She highlights the importance of understanding horse care and the commitment that comes with horse ownership, dispelling common misconceptions along the way.
She discusses her unique facility in Pendleton County, where she offers a range of programs, including private and semi-private lessons, as well as badge work for community organizations like the Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts.
If you're interested in horsemanship or simply want to learn more about the world of horses, this episode is a perfect blend of education, inspiration, and heartfelt stories from someone who truly lives and breathes her passion for riding and teaching.
Takeaways:
- Shirley Dubay shares with us her vast experience and training with horses
- Shirley offers a variety of lessons and community programs, including scouting badge work and hands-on classes for kids.
- Shirley stresses the importance of understanding horse care in addition to learning how to ride.
- She discusses some common misconceptions about horse ownership and gives a warning to parents who may not know the major commitment of time and money involved with making a purchase of a horse.
- Shirley's teaching style emphasizes patience and connection, and her use of games to encourage learning through fun.
Links referenced in this episode:
- ridingwithrhythm.com
Companies mentioned in this episode:
- Riding with Rhythm
- No Blink Pictures
- Toad Talk Media
- We Are Grant County