Transform Your Partnership Through Progressive, Proven Training

Whether you're starting a young horse, rebuilding foundations with an experienced partner, or refining advanced skills, Cohesive Horsemanship offers a clear path forward - one built on understanding, not force.

Cohesive Foundations Course

Paid Course - One-Time Investment

Build an extraordinary partnership through 10 progressive exercises that create relaxation, balance, and willingness.

This is where philosophy meets practice. If your horse spooks at shadows, panics about leaving the herd, or seems confused by your aids, this course provides the systematic foundation that creates confidence and clarity. Each of the 10 exercises builds on the previous one, developing a shared language that works in any situation.

The 10 Foundation Exercises:

1. Intention Exercise - Building clear understanding of energy and intention
2. Circle Straight - Developing relaxation in forward movement while controlling shoulders
3. Turn Around - Learning to switch eyes and direction
4. Target Exercise - Building curiosity and confidence
5. 4 Leaf Clover - Introducing balance and bend
6. Weave - Refining balance and coordination
7. Figure 8 - Enhancing rhythmic balance through direction changes
8. Steady - Developing the thinking horse or mule
9.  Flexion - Creating a thinking horse with clear understanding of aids
10. Straight to Side - Combining all previous learning into lateral movements

Three Learning Levels:

• Beginning: Basic conversations and fundamental responses
• Advancing: Steady tempo, rhythm, and more complex communication
• Refining: Adding finesse and lateral movements

Perfect for:

• Starting young horses or mules
• Rebuilding foundations with experienced horses
• Addressing confidence or communication issues
• Creating a systematic training progression

What's Included:

• 10 comprehensive exercises (ground work and mounted)
• Video demonstrations at all three levels
• Audio lessons for learning on the go
• Printable barn sheets for practice
• Progress tracking worksheets
• Lifetime access to all materials

Prerequisite: Understanding of the 7 Core Principles and 6 Basics recommended (but not required)

Cohesive Rider Course

Paid Course - One-Time Investment

Develop your horse or mule into a confident, athletic partner through systematic dressage-based training.

Ready to take your partnership to the next level? This comprehensive 8-module course guides you through a progressive training system that builds suppleness, straightness, and collection - the hallmarks of an extraordinary equine athlete. Whether you compete in dressage, working equitation, cowboy dressage, or simply want your trail horse to move with more balance and ease, this course provides the roadmap.

The 8-Module Progression:

MODULE 1-3: Foundation Phase

• Module 1: Developing the Athletic Equine & Basics and Foundation
• Module 2: Basic Anatomy & Understanding Asymmetries
• Module 3: Quality Connections, Turning/Bending, Connection Through the Reins

MODULE 4-5: Developing Suppleness

• Module 4: Quality Gaits, Flexions & Counter-bends
• Module 5: Straightness, Thoracic Sling, Transitions, Leg Yields, Turn on Forehand

MODULE 6-7: Mastering Lateral Movements

• Module 6: Shoulders-In (The "aspirin for horses")
• Module 7: Haunches-In (Developing strength and power)

MODULE 8: Refinement & Collection

• Module 8: Going Backwards, Pirouettes, Canter

Core Philosophy: Understanding over perfection. Principles over methods. Building the athlete while developing the partnership.

Perfect for:

• Riders ready to develop true collection
• Those interested in dressage-based training for any discipline
• Horses/mules with solid foundations ready for advancement
• Competitive riders in dressage, working equitation, or cowboy dressage
• Anyone wanting their horse to move with more balance and athleticism

What's Included:

• 8 comprehensive training modules
• Written handouts for each module
• Audio lessons (learn while you drive to the barn!)
• Video demonstrations showing concepts on multiple horses
• Lifetime access to all materials

Prerequisite: Horse should have solid foundations (Cohesive Foundations Course recommended but not required)

Monthly Journey Membership

Monthly Subscription

Transform your horsemanship through continuous learning, expert coaching, and community support.

The Monthly Journey keeps you progressing with fresh monthly focuses, live coaching, and a supportive community. This is where learning becomes a lifestyle, not just a course you complete.  A great way to continue your learning from one of the courses or just join us anytime.

How It Works:

Each month brings a new focus area with:

• Comprehensive theory (the "why" behind the "how")
• Instructional videos showing clear demonstrations
• Printable handouts to keep with you during practice
• Audio lessons to listen to while on the go
• Ride-Along Audio lesson to listen to while working with your equine (coming soon)
• Adaptations for ground work and riding
• Three levels of progression (beginning, refining, advanced)

Live Monthly Coaching:

• Second Thursday of each month at noon AZ time
• Deep dive into the monthly focus
• Direct answers to YOUR specific questions
• Can't attend live? Recordings available

Continuous Community:

• Share wins, ask questions, get feedback
• Connect with fellow horsemanship enthusiasts
• Influence future monthly topics
• Ask ANY horsemanship question (not just the monthly focus)

What Makes This Different:

• Connection-First Philosophy: Build partnership based on mutual understanding
• Results-Oriented Methods: Skills that work in competition, on trails, and everyday riding
• Three-Tiered Learning: Every focus meets you where you are
• Body and Mind Balance: Discover how your center of balance, flexibility, strength, breath, and intention create effortless communication
• Quality Over Quantity: Intentional, productive sessions that build confidence

Perfect for:

• Graduates of Cohesive Foundations or Cohesive Rider Course
• Riders who want ongoing learning and support
• Those who thrive with community connection
• Anyone committed to continuous improvement

Get Personal Support: One-on-One Coaching

Virtual Lessons

Individual Sessions

Get personalized guidance tailored specifically to you and your horse.

Sometimes you need eyes on YOUR specific situation. Virtual lessons provide customized coaching that addresses your unique challenges, celebrates your progress, and accelerates your development.

Perfect for:

• Troubleshooting specific training challenges
• Getting feedback on your position and aids
• Developing a personalized training plan
• Accountability and motivation
• Working through stuck points
• Available at any stage of your journey

How It Works: Video sessions where we work together on your specific goals and challenges. Usually using a PIVO and wireless earbuds.  Email me for questions or to set up a time - [email protected] (Monthly Journey members get 20% off)

"I'm brand new to Cohesive Horsemanship"

Start here:

1. The 6 Essential Movements (free)
2. Cohesive Foundations Course

"I'm starting a young horse or rebuilding foundations"

Start here:

1. Review the 6 Basics Mini Course (free) if needed
2. Cohesive Foundations Course
3. Consider Monthly Journey Membership for ongoing support

"My horse has good foundations; I want to develop collection and advanced movements"

Start here:

1. Cohesive Rider Course
2. Monthly Journey Membership to continue progressing

"I've completed a course and want to keep learning"

Start here:

1. Monthly Journey Membership
2. Virtual Lessons for personalized support

"I'm stuck on something specific"

Start here:

1. Virtual Lesson for personalized troubleshooting
2. Monthly Journey Membership for ongoing support

"I want it all - I'm committed to becoming the best partner for my horse"

Your path:

1. The 6 Essential Movements (free)
2. Cohesive Foundations Course
3. Cohesive Rider Course
4. Monthly Journey Membership
5. Virtual Lessons as needed

What Students Say

"This has been the most informative and easy to follow class I have done. Even though I have been riding for a long time, I never really understood some of the terminology and the actual easy steps to perform the maneuvers. I have a 4 year old that is just starting out so this program could not have come at a better time for me."

"If you have ever wanted to improve your connection with your horse, I highly recommend Tessa's Cohesive Rider Course. Tessa has gently guided my horse and I to better communication, strength and softness. She is becoming the willing partner I have always known she could be while I am becoming the rider my mare needs me to be."

"Well presented, clearly taught, seamless technology. I have gained clarity on the proper use of the aids."

"The material is laid out with voice, video and pdf's explaining each concept - this proved to be valuable to my learning experience because the little bits of information I was not able to glean in a clinic or small group session were finally clear."

Questions?

How do I know which course to take first? If you're new to Cohesive Horsemanship, start with the free 6 Essential Movements course. These give you the foundation to understand our approach. Then, Cohesive Foundations is perfect for building or rebuilding basics, while Cohesive Rider is for horses ready for more advanced work.

Can I take both Foundations and Rider courses? Absolutely! Many students progress through both. Foundations builds the essential communication and understanding, while Rider develops athletic ability and advanced movements. Together, they create a complete training system.

What if I don't have a horse right now? You can still gain tremendous value from the courses! Many students study the material while searching for the right horse, so they're prepared when they find their partner.

Do the courses ever close or expire? No! Once you enroll in a course, you have lifetime access. Learn at your own pace and return to the material as often as you need.

What equipment do I need? An open mind is most important! Beyond that, a horse or mule with safe, comfortable tack. You don't necessarily need a saddle or bridle for Foundations. Helpful but not mandatory: a PIVO or phone tripod, a few cones, access to a safe flat area for working.

Can I get a refund if it's not right for me? Absolutely - Email me within 30 days of purchase.

I have more questions! Send me a note anytime [email protected]