The Horseman behind G & K Training Centre

Meet Gary

Be patient.  Be consistent.  Be Gary.

For more than five decades, Gary has dedicated his life to understanding horses. 

He began training horses as a teenager, and over the years , has worked with everything from young colts taking their very first ride to experienced needing confidence, direction, or simply someone willing to listen. 

One thing has remained constant throughout his career.

Gary has never believed that every horse should be trained the same way.

Every horse learns differently.

Every horse has a different personality.

Every horse has a story.

His job has always been to understand that story before asking the horse to do something new.

That philosphy has evolved over the years. 

As the horse industry has changed, so have the horse owners . Many of today's owners weren't raised around horses.  They are eager to learn but often need more guidance than previous generations. 

Gary recognized that years ago.

That's why his training doesn't stop with the horse.

He believes owners deserve to understand why their horse responds the way it does so they can continue building confidence long after the horse leaves our barn.

Whether he is starting a young horse, evaluatiing saddle fit, helping an owner solve a behavioural issue, or simply watching a horse move across the arena, Gary isn't looking for a quick fix.

He's looking for the reason.

Because when you understand the "why" the training becomes much easier.

After more than 50 years Gary is still learning.

Still adapting.

Still building confidence - one horse at a time.

Because every horse has a story.  Our job is to help you understand it.

Gary's philosphy

Patience builds confidence.

Consistency builds trust.

Every horse learns differently.

Listen before you correct.

Always look for the reason behind the behaviour.

Train the horse in front of you - not the horse you trained yesterday.