EquiKinder by Lisa Rothe
Where Horsemanship Meets Personal Growth
At EquiKinder, I offer connection-based horse training and rider coaching for teens and adult horse owners who want to build trust, clarity, and confidence – not just obedience. Whether you’re starting groundwork, refining your riding, or working through behaviour challenges, I support both horse and human in growing together.
Based in South West Rocks and servicing Kempsey, the Macleay Valley, Port Macquarie, and Coffs Harbour.
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Evie & Dodge
“Lisa was incredibly kind, professional, and knowledgeable from the very start. My horse has always struggled with farrier visits, especially when it came to picking up his back hooves. By the third session with Lisa, he was calm and cooperative enough for the farrier to trim all four hooves—something I honestly didn’t think we’d achieve so quickly.
She took the time to truly connect with my horse and build trust, which made all the difference. Lisa also showed me practical techniques and gave me clear instructions so I could confidently continue the work on my own between sessions.
I would highly recommend Lisa to anyone looking for someone who understands horses deeply and approaches their work with both compassion and expertise.“
-Evie
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Dodge’s Story: Preparing a Horse (and Human) for the Farrier
Learn how Dodge overcame farrier fear through trust, balance, and groundwork. A gentle, practical approach for calmer, safer farrier visits with your horse.
Ready for calmer, safer farrier visits?
Download my Free Farrier Prep Guide – a practical, step-by-step plan to help your horse feel balanced, confident, and calm on farrier day.
✅ Step-by-step groundwork plan
✅ Balance & body awareness exercises
✅ Red & green flag farrier checklist
Real Results in Real Time
Get a behind-the-scenes look at how I work with horses. Every horse has a story, and these videos show the transformation unfold.
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Anchored Attunement: Finding Balance in a Divided Horsemanship World
Anchored Attunement is the heart of my horsemanship philosophy – a balance of calm leadership and emotional presence. In this post, I explore how I found my way through the noise of competing styles and built a grounded, flexible approach based on congruence, curiosity, and connection.
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The First Five Minutes: Why Your Horse’s Emotional State Matters More Than the Training Plan
Your horse’s emotional state determines the quality of your training. When you learn to read subtle signs, regulate early, and rebuild trust throughout the session, everything changes. This post explores why the first five minutes matter and how supporting your horse’s mind creates softness, willingness, and true connection.
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Silent Cues: How to Notice When Your Horse Isn’t Okay – Without Losing Leadership
Your horse speaks long before they react. Learning to notice their subtle “no’s” helps prevent bigger ones – but listening doesn’t mean stopping. Real horsemanship is about recognising discomfort, adjusting your approach, and guiding through it safely. Trust grows when awareness meets leadership.
Where horses and humans grow together.
Contact
equikinder@gmail.com
0487 944 670
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