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"This website is a winning combination of sharing information and education to every rider, trainer and parent out there. An invaluable, user-friendly tool that I hope everyone makes use of that rides or has a horse!" Caroline Jones, Hunter/Equitation Judge
"The IAEE website is a must for all equestrians. The audio tapes, besides being interesting to listen to, are also educational and informative. Congratulations Barbie on capturing the interest of top professionals who are contributing to your site."
Liz Ashton, Olympian
"One of the simple reasons why IAEE Connect will become the benchmark for equestrian learning, education and discussion, is that the site goes beyond a two-dimensional forum into a hands-on approach for acquiring and providing invaluable knowledge. IAEE does this by encompassing auditory and visual resources for the purpose of kinaesthetic accomplishment for equestrians."
Christopher De Wilde, President and CEO Elixir Sport Horses www.elixirsporthorses.com
"Being the Sound producer behind the IAEE Education Center, I must say that after listening to these amazing interviews it makes me want to desperately get back on a horse to rediscover riding again.
Shame on people who think horses are dumb animals!"
Brian Richy,
Music/Media Producer, Engineer
"I have known Barbie Whitworth for a number of years as a rider, trainer, judge and friend; she has excelled in all of these fields and I congratulate her in her enthusiasm and accomplishments.
It is so rare today to find people like Barbie who have started with something and then is always gathering more knowledge and then finding a way to communicate it to others as she does so well.
I so enjoy talking with her and I am proud of her continued endeavours."
Randy Roy,
Hunter/Equitation/Breeding Judge
"I've known Barbie Whitworth for the past 15 years. During this time my awareness and expertise have greatly been altered to what has become a successful and rewarding career, largely in part to Barbie's inspiration and knowledge. To consider my future success without Barbie would be to consider riding without a saddle. Barbie is a key asset to the equestrian industry and I strongly recommend this website to all equestrian professionals alike."
Kendra Libin,
Elixir Sport Horses www.elixirsporthorses.com
"I have had the privilege of knowing Barbie for over 20 years.
Her reputation as a top notch Hunter/Jumper/Equitation judge and coach is well known and greatly respected. Our horses always performed better under her guidance and we would enlist her help whenever we could. This website will be a tremendous resource for serious riders at all levels."
Brenda Clausen, Owner
"Barbie Whitworth has been giving clinics to riders at my stable for the past year. I have also been receiving individual instruction from her. Working with Barbie has exponentially improved my position and skills in the jumper discipline. As a Three Day Event rider it is a continual challenge to perfect each of the three disciplines and I was really struggling with show jumping until I began working with Barbie. I have noticed huge improvements in my students as well. I am really looking forward to the upcoming website to improve my horsemanship and riding abilities. Thank you Barbie."
Jinny Antilla, Owner/Trainer
"When I met Barbie Whitworth over 15 yrs ago I knew I had found a person who I wanted to learn from. Not only was she a top notch rider and trainer, but her teaching style and incredible eye for detail were a rare and a true gift. Barbie's quest for excellence is infectious, and I look forward to seeing the development of the IAEEConnect.com unfold and become a wonderful resource for the Equine Community. Thank you Barbie!"
Suzy Huizenga, Owner/Trainer
Twin Maples Farm
"I've known Barbie for 12 years. She has made such a difference in how I handle and ride my horses. What some people have made complicated, she explains with logic and action/reaction reasoning. I have had many coaches and clinics over the years, and when I ride on my own (which is most of the time) it is Barbie's voice I hear running through my head. I enjoy riding even more because my horse is happy to do the work. If I apply the aids in a clear and fair manner, it makes sense to my horse and he is very willing to comply. She taught me how to recognize specifically what the disobedience/resistance is, and to correct it using methods the horse is familiar with. Focusing on my position and application of aids has made it clear that most disobediences are due to the fact that I am not balanced or applying the aid correctly. My position has never felt more secure, and I feel in rhythm with my horse's movement allowing him to use himself completely. That may sound simple, but it was something that eluded me for the first 20 years of my riding! What a relief!
I can't wait to see IAEEConnect.com up and running; what a great resource for the serious Hunter/Jumper/Equitation/Eventing rider."
Sonja MacKenzie,
Owner
"I think this is a great idea for the horse community, especially if people will tune in and listen to somebody from another discipline. I think the horse world is too segregated, and "cross-dressing" disciplines can be fun and you can learn a lot!"
Ann Turner
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