Experience the Willow’s Way Method™
Our courses and programs are written, and instructed by an Equine Behaviorist and 200HR Yoga Instructor. Learn to truly follow your intuition and think more like your horse.
Join us today and discover true heart-to-horse training.
Build Your Bond.™
What is the Willow’s Way Method?
The Willow’s Way Method™, created by Equine Behaviorist Chelsie Brooks, is a training approach that emphasizes understanding and connecting with your horse on a deeper, almost instinctive level. It involves reading the horse's body language, energy, emotions, and behavior to build trust and communication based on mutual respect. This method goes beyond traditional training techniques by focusing on the horse's instincts and the trainer's ability to "listen" to what the horse is communicating.
The key principles of Willow’s Way are:
Empathy and Awareness: Understanding the horse's perspective and recognizing their emotional and physical state.
Non-verbal Communication: Using subtle cues, body language, and energy to interact with the horse.
Trust and Respect: Building a partnership where the horse feels safe and understood, encouraging cooperation rather than compliance.
Adaptability: Adjusting training plans to suit the individual horse's needs and temperament.
Mindfulness: Being present in the moment, which helps both the horse and trainer stay calm and focused.
The essentials are the perfect place to begin your journey. 💕
Our Courses
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For Your Horse
Empower your horse with gentle, behavior-focused training that nurtures trust, understanding, and cooperation.
Our "For Your Horse" courses offer guidance on groundwork and behavioral exercises based on natural horsemanship and positive reinforcement.
These courses emphasize the fundamentals of horse psychology and behavior, giving you tools to better understand your horse’s instincts, needs, and natural responses.
With these programs, you’ll develop a foundation of clear communication, building a sense of safety for your horse that can improve both groundwork and riding.
This isn’t just training—it’s about creating a supportive environment where your horse can truly thrive.
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For You
Improve your physical, mental, and emotional resilience with our wellness courses designed specifically for equestrians.
Our "For You" programs combine yoga, mindfulness, and movement techniques to help you connect with your body and mind, allowing for your partnership with your horse to run deeper.
These courses focus on improving strength, balance, and flexibility through yoga flows, Pilates classes and meditations tailored for equestrians, while also incorporating breathwork and mental centering exercises that ground you both on and off the saddle.
Discover how to align your body and mind, reduce stress, and prepare yourself for a more responsive, intuitive relationship with your horse.
Hi! I’m so glad you’re here…
I’m Chelsie, and I’ve spent over 30 years in the equine world, learning and evolving from my early days in the hunter ring to college classes and beyond. Growing up, I was taught that being the “boss” or “alpha” was the only way to gain a horse’s respect. But over the years—and through training experiences that have shaped me deeply—I’ve come to realize that true respect goes both ways.
After earning my Equine Science degree, I dived into Equine Psychology and body linguistics to understand the “why” behind equine behavior. I realized horses communicate through their actions, and when we listen without shutting them down, we open doors to trust, cooperation, and an unbreakable bond.
My journey also led me to become a certified 200HR yoga instructor. Yoga has profoundly influenced how I work with horses and their people, helping me incorporate mindfulness, balance, and breath into every interaction. Yoga teaches us awareness and grounding, both of which are invaluable in building a strong, compassionate connection with our horses.
If you’re here to lead with both confidence and compassion—for yourself and your horse—you’re in the right place. I hope you find a course that expands your insight, improves your partnership, and strengthens your understanding of the most genuine friendship you’ll ever have. ❤️
About Your Instructor
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Morrisville State University - 2003
Post University 2023
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Centre of Excellence - 150 hour certification
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2 hour certification - Taught by Celine Homan
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Purchasing a Horse 101
Horse Behavior and Welfare
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32 years in a traditional hunt seat
7 years low-level dressage
11 years starting and restarting horses for clients on the ground and under saddle
3 years teaching beginner lessons in a hunt seat and over fences
6 years experience clicker training and training with r+
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Yoga Renew