"I am loving your videos...unbelievably clear and easy to follow/understand...I am so impressed by what you can accomplish while keeping the horse calm and under low pressure. I had started some online liberty training prior to working with you and although it has been a good start, there is just no comparison in how clear the steps are and the unique methods you have created and/or discovered."  

Kristen

“Watching clinicians like Ariana teach methods that focus on reading and understanding the horse is incredibly encouraging to see. I hope her thoughtful & kind methods reach more people in the horse community so we can continue to develop a softer way with our equine partners.”

Melissa R

“Ariana has a quiet approach to the horse that not only horses respond to but the human spirit as well. Thank you for doing what you do.”

Kathleen H.

“I was so impressed with Ariana’s ability to work with a tense horse and watch the transformation of that horse to a point of total relaxation. Her patience & calmness is something I strive for with my horses. I can’t wait to learn more from her videos.”

Cindy D.

“Ariana’s demo was one of the best Midwest Horse Fair demos. She worked with fairness, consistency, and consideration for a nervous horse feeding off the environment. One golden nugget I learned from her demo was to ask and get out of the way. I think I sometimes stay a bit too long with my ask. Thank you.”

Becky

"Indy, a horse with a traumatic background was presented to Ariana during the clinic. This was a mare that trusts almost no one is petrified of people, and made no progress in her training. Within one lesson Ariana accomplished more than other trainers who had tried for months to earn Indy's trust. After some groundwork, Ariana was able to ride Indy and establish a beautiful connection."

Stacey

“Ariana’s clinic was amazing! She explained exactly what cues she was using, why she was using them, and what she was saying to the horse with those cues. Further, she explained the steps & process to follow when starting a horse in Liberty work and why. Thank you Ariana.”

Sue H

"I am blown away by how much of a difference I'm already seeing in Phoebe from just a couple exercises and a couple weeks. I feel like your program and working with you is going to be revolutionary to my relationship and training...and I'm just so excited about it!"

McKayla

“I was so over the moon surprised by the incredibly personalized explanation, demonstrations, and advice that Ariana provided…I had the confidence to keep going and accomplish a breakthrough in our training. There were no missing pieces in the step by step guidance that I received and I’ve been recommending Ariana ever since”

Janice

"Ariana's Coaching Calls are extremely helpful and her attention to detail is second to none! I send in a video clip for her to review, of an issue I'm having with one of our horses. She'll come up with a clear, concise plan on how I should address the issue. Having access to her library of hundreds of helpful videos is a HUGE bonus. I love the way she articulates her observations and instructions!" 

Mark

“Ariana’s clinic was the best at the Midwest Horse Fair. She was able to remain still inside while the horse she just met was in a panic. She was able to demonstrate a better, more compassionate way to deal with an anxious horse. She allowed the horse to experience his emotions instead of shutting them down. An excellent demonstration of how a person can “be” inside while interacting with an anxious horse."

Midwest Horse Fair Attendee

“Very impressive to watch. Your patience inspired me - for me to be more patient with my own mare at home. Thank you for your time & experience that you share."

Amy K.

"I cannot appreciate you enough as the words you used and the kind yet powerful energy you have with the horses has completely changed my life. You spoke to my soul. I hear your voice as I am working with my horses and learning to show. I believe in rewarding behavior and not punishing to get results in building trust and friendship with our horses. Thank you so much for bringing confidence, better understanding, and peace to my life with my horse's journey!"

Betty

“Thank you so much for the online training last night. As always, your directions were both clear and inspiring!...It is so clear your focus is for the benefit of the horse, and that is also my philosophy."

Stephanie

“Ariana was super informative and had great tips. Loved how she honored the horse over the clinic results.”

Amy L.

"The Student of the Horse membership video library is extensive, well organized, and so easy to follow along with! Ariana really breaks down each step of a concept and explains and shows things in a way that is both detailed and digestible. These videos have helped me create a more relaxed, balanced, and willing partner. I love that she meets me at the gate ready to work!"

Haley

“Enjoyed Ariana’s clinic so much I’m willing to drive to Kentucky to see and learn more from her.”

Rachel B.

“It was so encouraging and neat to watch. I loved the patience to meet the horse where they were at, and the encouragement that “it takes as long as it takes.” Too often we get rushed and it was a great reminder to slow down. Thank you!”

Midwest Horse Fair Attendee

“Saw the clinic and loved it. I have been wanting to start teaching my horse at home Liberty with hopes of building our relationship more. I learned so much!”

Ellie P

"Ariana worked with an incredibly well-trained schoolmaster who was struggling. He knew the movements, but he was stuck in his shoulders, not coming through his back, and started to show his objections by rearing. The whole group gasped when this 17.1 warmblood stood up and towered over Ariana, a feather of a woman, but she never batted an eye and remained calm. All of a sudden, he started to breathe and became butter in her hands. The horse seemed so thankful that Ariana took a very different approach from his previous trainers - she never demanded anything. I’m not even sure you could call Ariana’s method “horse whispering,” because the energy and language she uses with horses is nearly invisible."

Stacey

“Really appreciated learning more about reading a horse’s anxiety level and how to work with your horse in a high anxiety situation for liberty work. Also loved the tip on working a horse in an unfamiliar area to help improve this. Great clinic and very informative!”

Danielle G.

“I enjoyed Ariana’s focus on the horses emotions during her clinic. Her focus on asking the horse “can you do this?” instead of telling them to do something is wonderful.”

Midwest Horse Fair Attendee

“I loved watching the clinic. Your patience is incredible. Your exercises have taught me to learn what to do. Your clinic is amazing.” 

Midwest Horse Fair Attendee

“I loved watching the horses soften as Ariana held space for them to work through anxiety and develop focus.”

Lisa M.

“Ariana is absolutely amazing! Her approach, connection, and communication are focused on what is best for the horse. Thank you for all that you do!”

Pam

"I love how you are able to help us to keep thinking about the horse, and guide our actions by guiding our minds"

Jonelle

“I am inspired by Ariana’s work - she explains Liberty in an easy to understand and execute fashion. I especially appreciate her management of the horses - in such a kind & respectful way.”

Theresa D.

“I thought I knew quite a lot about Liberty training until I watched Ariana’s demonstration! I was wrong! Very informative!"

Midwest Horse Fair Attendee

"Over the past several years, I have had the privilege to watch Ariana work with horses. Her talents are extraordinary, communicating so very gently with each horse and being rewarded by their positive responses. Her training methods are nearly invisible....it seems she creates magic with each horse, infusing a quiet confidence in them that she, herself, carries through life. It is truly beautiful to witness. I cannot imagine a better experience for either a horse or rider than to have training with Ariana Sakaris."

Anne Bolen

"I greatly admire Ariana's approach to training both for the horse and human! She has taught me that it's not about doing a task perfectly, it's about building trust with my horse and having clear two-way communication, It's also about whether the horse is happy in the end. (With Ariana, the horse is always happy in the end!)

Ariana's way of teaching helps you find your own inner home base of a calm-relaxed state of both your mind and energy, which the horse desires, needs, and is attracted to. This method teaches you what you can do, and encourages you to trust rather than react. Her aura of confidence and understanding helps both students and horses relax and receive the lesson.

When I put Ariana's teachings to work, I experience an emotional connection with my horse. It's almost like a mental bridge that she gives you permission to experiment with and leaves you wanting more. It's a meaningful feeling that is unique to every person and every horse."

Cheryl

“Ariana was amazingly calm while handling a nervous horse. She taught well while focusing on the horse’s well-being. I learned a lot to take back to my own horse.” 

Midwest Horse Fair Attendee

“Ariana has provided so much guidance and inspiration to continue to work with my horse. Her dedication is evident and motivational.”

Midwest Horse Fair Attendee

“Ariana is amazing! Her patience & ability to read & understand & communicate with the horse is amazing! I have learned so much to help calm my horse and help our communication.”

Robin M

"I met Ariana Sakaris at a clinic about 3 years after she returned from her formal dressage training in France. Before I even watched her work with a horse, I was immediately drawn to her energy and kindness and I knew I would ask her to become one of the select clinicians I invited to teach at my new barn. The clinic participants all had an extensive natural horsemanship background and immediately they LOVED the magical, bright, sweet energy that I saw in Ariana. We witnessed horses gain an immediate understanding from her fair, clear, and impeccable aids. Ariana’s brilliance shines through the way the horses respond to her." 

Stacey

“I LOVE watching Ariana - I love her calm, gentle presence with the horses no matter how they are feeling.”

Amber O.

"Ariana's system of communicating with horses lets you reach a new level of understanding in the relationship with your horse. She allows you to cross the threshold into their world where you communicate with them in the powerful language of energy and gesture that they use with each other. This world is one that is less about force and more about subtlety, nuance and harmony."

Karen K.

“Great training sessions today. I loved how Ariana worked with the horse’s natural energy instead of against it.”

Midwest Horse Fair Attendee

“I learned that you should work with the horses energy, not punish him for it.”

Beth E.

“Ariana has given me some essential tools to improve my relationship with my horse. She has given me hope and confidence to improve and it’s exciting to incorporate them. God Bless you! You’re a blessing in this journey.”

Midwest Horse Fair Attendee

“Ariana was my favorite clinician at the Midwest Horse Fair! Her calm, gently and wise manner with horses is so inspiring.”

Midwest Horse Fair Attendee

“Watching Ariana build the relationship with the horse to help them regulate their emotions was really great to see.”

Midwest Horse Fair Attendee

"I just wanted to let you know how much I enjoyed your clinic this past weekend and the huge change I saw in Bodhi this morning when I worked with him. I worked him in the round pen first and he was so much more attentive to me. Many times he’s so busy looking around and fixating on something outside of the round pen and isn’t paying attention to me. He was so connected today. He moved forward with energy, but was calm and fairly soft. Typically he either doesn’t want to go forward energetically (as you know!)  or if he does, he over-reacts and then races around. His transitions were much smoother. We then worked on some lateral work (shoulders and hindquarters) and he did great. I hope I can continue with this work and I hope to do another clinic with you again. Thank you for your patience, kindness and for sharing your knowledge in a manner that was easy to understand!"

Loriann

“Ariana’s Demo was so easy for me to connect with & areas I can work on with my own horse. She takes the stress out of working through the horse’s anxiety by “turning it into an opportunity rather than a problem.” Thank you!”

Kelly C.

"Ariana's virtual lessons give me consistent and real time feedback that will sometimes make me forget that we are actually on a video call. Thank you, as always, for the knowledge that you share, the kindness that you manifest, and the dedication that you inspire! We are so grateful to have you on our team!"

Amber

“Ariana was fantastic. She pointed out what was going on with the horse physically & emotionally, while emphasizing mental pressure and giving the horse space/permission to explore and learn.”

Midwest Horse Fair Attendee

“It was amazing to watch the small changes happen with the horse and the explanation of the small but obvious progress.”

Carol B.

“The clinic was very worthwhile, shows a horse that needed to learn how to settle & think. Ariana showed a great way to teach that.”

Paula R.

“Ariana led a wonderful demo. It was incredible to see her work!”

Midwest Horse Fair Attendee

“Ariana’s presentation was very helpful with tools and lessons that were easy to follow. She was able to explain things very clearly and in simple terms.”

Katie K.

"I absolutely love her teachings. I adopted a horse who was pretty wild, but in two years with Ariana's help and teaching, she has now calmed down to a very sweet horse. We are now learning Liberty with Ariana. Ariana is the best - she is patient, compassionate, and breaks it down step by step so that my horse and I can understand the steps and do it correctly. I highly recommend following Ariana, joining her Student of the Horse program, and going to her clinics. It's the best, thank you!”

Kari

“We enjoyed watching Ariana break down some basic Liberty into simple steps. Loved when she said you are “training for the Liberty horse you will have 6 months from now.” 

Midwest Horse Fair Attendee

“I enjoyed how she allowed the horse the time to become comfortable with her and [the horse’s] surroundings before asking more from them. You could see the horse’s anxiety go down throughout her demo. LOVE!”

Carley B.

“Ariana’s clear calm way of explaining/teaching in and of itself lends to the increased communication with Ground work & Liberty work.” -

Midwest Horse Fair Attendee

“Ariana was fully prepared; she asked all the right questions to put me at ease, and additional questions to make sure my horse would be at ease. She has a gentle way and a teacher’s attitude. Highly recommend!”

Celeste M.

“Thank you for all the very helpful education. It helped A LOT. Can’t wait for the next time.”

Midwest Horse Fair Clinic Participant

“Thank you, Ariana! I have learned so much from you!! Thank you for sharing and teaching us!!”

Midwest Horse Fair Attendee

"I HIGHLY recommend this program to everyone. I am 2.5 years in and Ariana is everything and more than what she advertised. I am forever grateful for all of the time and effort she puts in to bring my horse and I to the next level."

Kristen

"I just have to say thank you. Your Masterclass was awesome, it really motived me. I worked with my horse afterwards and she was a rock star. I feel so good right now. THANK YOU!"

Kari

"My horse is coming along really well!  I’ve seen huge changes in him! His response to the environment is getting much better and his confidence is going up"

Rachelle

“I think you have one of the best resources for online students...you do such a good job of articulating your directions and your steps - that I haven't found with anybody else. I think you do the best job. Your Masterclasses have been so much more detailed than a few other Masterclasses I've taken from other people."

Kathy

“I really like the way you've set it up for the Q&A Calls and Masterclasses, those work really well together. The Masterclasses are really nice because there's a specific topic that is being discussed - we can ask our questions for that, then have something to work on. Then questions can also come in through the Q&A Calls." 

Robbie

"That was one of the best webinars I've ever attended. You gave specific information that is useful to everyone. I loved your step-by-step progression to get the laydown and why it's beneficial. Outstanding job!"

Robyn

"I saw you at the Liberty Festival when you presented on Focus and Motivation.  What stood out to me most, besides your obvious skill and experience, was your ability to convey such a deep love and understanding for horses. Your patience, sensitive approach really touched and inspired me!"

Stefanie

“Ariana presents information in a systematic way & demonstrates what we should be asking for. Helps me to understand the process better!” -

MWHF Attendee

“I really enjoyed Ariana’s session today. Seeing the tense horse move to relaxation through easy, simple, small requests was inspiring and gratifying.” 

MWHF Attendee

"I love working with Ariana. I have a horse who's quite difficult, very sensitive, and very reactive. She has come up with some tools for me to use to help with our training and to help him adapt into a more structured life. I can't say enough nice things about her - her mannerisms are very calm and very quiet. She watches you work the horse, and then she decides what type of tools you can use to improve whatever it is you want to work on. Before your lesson, she even asks you what it is you would like to concentrate on, which I find very helpful because my horse is advanced in some areas and a remedial horse in others. I found her to be very, very easy to understand - she explains things very clearly and she's open, so that if you don't understand something you can certainly ask her and she will then explain it in a way that you do understand. I like her very much, I like the way she teaches, I like the way my horse responds to her - he likes her, which says an awful lot for a horse like him who doesn't like a whole lot of people. If she can win him over, I think she could win any horse over. I just highly recommend her!"

Robyn

"Ariana explained things so beautifully. She had these absolutely amazing analogies that I will be able to remember for years to come. The clinic was just absolutely incredible...she did an absolutely phenomenal job working with the horses and people" 

Chloe

"The clinic was awesome. It was probably one of the best clinics that I've been to as far as teaching and learning. I love her style -  she explains everything very clearly and breaks it down into step, by step, by step. I've been to other clinics where they just kind of throw information at you and they don't really care if you absorb it or not, whereas I can tell that it was very important to Ariana that we actually learned something and went away with lots of good information. I've been to other Liberty clinics where things were not as clearly explained as they were with Ariana - she explained why you would do certain things. Other people would say “do this” or “don’t do this,” but they wouldn’t say why it’s important. I like the fact that she made it clear why you want to do certain things."

Ingrid

"I learned a lot at the clinic. I feel like I was able to learn all the very subtle details that are very important in keeping my horse's connection - that was very helpful to me. I love how level-headed she is and how open she is to any breed of horse - she's just really helpful"

Maddy