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Horsemanship Clinics, Virtual Learning, Equine Retreats 

"I was just glancing through FB and saw a post... I have had my paint gelding for six years now and he continues to teach me every ride. He is kind, willing, engaged... You started me down this path years ago and it's been such an amazing experience. I never look at a horse without thinking, "Where's his mind?" And thank you for that lesson. Just thought you should know the seeds you planted took root. Keep up the good work and know that it really does sink in no matter how old we are!" 

—  Marilyn, WA  2022

"Thank you for all you do for horses and their humans, and all you generously share through Facebook. I’ve learned a ton via your free offerings (writings and video clips) and taking your Reading The Horse online horsemanship course. I really look forward to working with you much more closely in the future."

— Kellie, ID, 2020

FAQs | Alternative Horsemship™

Frequently Asked Questions

For 23 years Samantha Harvey offered onsite horsemanship, groundwork, and riding lessons at The Equestrian Center, LLC, in Sandpoint, Idaho. In the summer, Sam accepted horses and students for individualized training programs, Full Immersion Horsemanship Clinics, and Private Horsemanship Clinics. In winter, she was based in Arizona, providing lessons and horse training between clinics and international teaching. Starting in October 2025, Sam is now based in Spain, teaching Alternative Horsemanship™ clincis to equine enthusiasts worldwide in-person and continues her virtual horse coaching via her The Remote Horse Coach services.

Do you teach beginners or novice students?
Yes, all level equine enthusiasts can benefit from sessions with Sam as she adapts her teaching to the individual student's current abilities.
Do you offer horse boarding?
No, as Sam travels to students and no longer uses a homebase facility.
Do you offer specific horsemanship and horseback riding clinics?
Yes, clinic focus and topics vary depending on the participants' preferences, ranging from horsemanship to discipline-specific. The Full Immersion Clinics can provide a combination of groundwork and horseback riding depending on the clinic participants and their horses. Send us an Email with your specific request and we will do our best to work with you.
Do you accept horses for training?
Not at the moment.
Do you offer horse-related consultations?
Every month, equine enthusiasts worldwide contact Sam for help with horse-related questions, assessments, opinions, and more. Enroll in a Intro Consult ranging from 15-60 minutes to discuss your scenario.
I'm not sure about Virtual Coaching. Can I try it a brief session without long-term committment?
Sam has developed the H.E.L.P. program- Horsemanship Evaluation for Learning and Progress as a virtual analysis option for sharing her Alternative Horsemanship™ insight into horse behavior issues, horse rider help, equine health issues, and more. For more information, please check out the H.E.L.P. option.
What is the Remote Horse Coaching video catalog?
Sam has developed online and virtual horse learning opportunities, including horsemanship webinars, equine behavior classes, online horse courses, horse rider help series, and much more sharing her Alternative Horsemanship™ approach. For more information, please check out our Video Catalog.
How can I better understand my horse's behavior?
Sam developed a 7-part Reading the Horse equine behavior course using seven 17-minute videos to help break down the mystery of equine behavior and horse communication. Reading the Horse Equine Behavior Course
When is your next Equine Retreat?
The last Equine Retreat with Samantha Harvey was held in 2024. For information on future events, please subscribe to the Newsletter to stay in the loop.