VOTED #1 Horseshoeing School

in the State of Florida

"shoe fits the hoof,  not hoof fit the shoe"

In order for our school to conduct accelerated courses, we keep our student body count to a minimum.  There is a maximum of 2 students at a time per course.  This allows each student to work on horses more often than watching other students work on horses.  In order for students to work on a large variety of horses ranging from backyard horses all the way up to your World Class Show Horses, students will commute to other barns in the surrounding area in addition to horses on the school premises.  Student's commute time is their classroom.  These sessions assure that you will be on your way to becoming a confident and qualified farrier.

A "farrier tool package" is included in the 4 week course (Professional Farrier).  Additional tools are available for purchase upon request.

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EXPECT TO LEARN THE SKILLS & TECHNIQUES OF MASTERING THIS TRADE

• Learn how to fix problems with distorted hoofs
• Bring back proper hoof balance with corrective shoeing
• Learn hoof repair techniques and skils to bring the horse's hoof back to its natural angle
• Get hands-on experience for specialty and therapeutic shoeing
• Learn to evaluate a horse's condition
• Learn to determine if the shoeing process of the hoof is adequate for the horse's condition
• Forge work - Learn hot and cold shoeing

We also guide our students on how to obtain and keep a professional and trusting relationship with their clients.  You will see these clients on a rotation ranging from every 4 to 8 weeks depending on the way you schedule your clients and depending on the needs of your client's horses.

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"Proper hoof balance is essential"

Knowing the proper use of farriers tools and equipment ensures good quality work.

Students will learn to recognize such tools of this trade and how to use them properly.

FARRIER TOOL PACKAGE

Two (2) Rasps

Two (2) Rasp Handles

Two (2) Hoof Knives (left hand and right hand)

One (1) 14" or 15" Hoof Nippers

One (1) pair Pull-offs

One (1) pair Clinchers

One (1) Driving Hammer

One (1) Rounding Hammer

There is no extra charge for the student's "Tool Package" as it is included in our 4-week Professional Farrier course.  Each student will receive this package once they attend their course.  For students not taking the 4-week course and would like to purchase this tool package, the cost is only $ 500.00 (prices subject to change).  For information on how to purchase this package, please contact our office.

~ Complimentary Accommodations ~

BUNKHOUSE CONTAINS

Mini-fridge, gas stove, microwave oven, coffee maker, toaster, full-size bed and TV w/ DVD & VCR.

STUDENTS MUST PROVIDE

Food & drinks, bedding & pillows, towels & toiletries, etc.

CHECK-IN TIME

Sundays between 5:00 PM and 7:00 PM.  Please call and advise if you

intend to arrive on Monday morning @ 7:30 AM instead of Sunday evening.

~ We accept Cash, Cashiers Checks, Money Orders, Visa and MasterCard ~

NOTE:  If paying by credit card, please be sure to contact your credit card company to advise them of your purchase before we process your transaction.  Most credit card companies require verification from the cardholder for transactions over a certain amount before they will approve the transaction.

ALL credit card purchases must be processed and approved before student begins their first day.

We cannot accept Personal Checks over $250.00.

We appreciate your cooperation and look forward to your arrival

Be ye strong therefore, and let not your hands be weak; for your work shall be rewarded

2 Chronicles 15:7