California Western Dressage Association presents
Two Days That Can Change Everything.
Gain insights from top researchers and experts on the psychology and behavior of horses. Whether you ride for work, sport, or pleasure, this event gives you strategies you can apply immediately to improve results and deepen your relationship.
Why Attend Horse/Human Connection 2?
In just two days, you’ll gain insights and tools that will transform the way you connect with your horse — and with yourself.
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Learn from Leading Experts – Hear directly from top equine researchers, trainers, and veterinarians.
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Science Meets Horsemanship – Understand how horses think, learn, and communicate.
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Build a Stronger Bond – Develop strategies that foster trust and partnership.
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Practical Training Tools – Take home methods you can apply immediately in the arena, on the trail, or at work.
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For Every Discipline – Dressage, western, trail, therapy, or professional care — the principles apply universally.
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Connect & Network – Join a community of horse lovers committed to advancing horsemanship.
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Stay Ahead of the Curve – Explore cutting-edge research shaping the future of horse-human connection.
Meet Our Speakers...
Janet L. Jones, PhD.
Author, "Horse Brain/Human Brain"
Carla Bauchmueller
Founder, "The Intuitive Rider"
Mary Ann Simonds
Author, "Horse By Nature"
Jeff Moore
Equine Rehab & Therapy
C. Mike Tomlinson, DVM
Veterinarian, Dir Emeritus, HHRF
Robert Bray
Equine Nutritionist
Christa Lafayette
Founder & CEO, Etalon Genetics
What Attendees said about the first Horse/Human Connection symposium
“I couldn’t pick out just one favorite. All the speakers were amazing. I learned a lot from them and put to use some of their techniques straight away with positive results. Beyond happy.”
“Some truly great presentations with take aways I can actually put into use. It was a great conference overall.”
“Excellent audience, breadth of speakers' expertise, both science and art. Very good organization and management of the symposium.”
“It was lovely how the topics flowed into each other and how everyone in attendance, including the speakers, were all bonded by a common thread—the love and admiration of horses.”
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