Welcome to Flattop Horsemanship
With Canadian Instructor Marty Gardner
Whether you’re seeking assistance with a specific issue with your horse or aiming to enhance your horsemanship skills within a specific topic or discipline, we are here to help. Together, we can design a personalized lesson program tailored to your needs and goals. Let's embark on this rewarding journey together!
Marty specializes in crafting unique, customized learning experiences for riders eager to enhance their connection with their horses. With a focus on your individual needs and goals, each session is designed to enhance the connection between you and your horse. Marty's unique approach will help you unlock the full potential of your partnership by creating a deeper bond from improved communication.
Our diverse portfolio offers a variety of topics for you to explore, allowing you to choose what interests you most. Whether you're a beginner just getting started or an advanced rider looking to enhance your skills, we have something for everyone. Dive in and discover what Flattop Horsemanship has to offer!
Learn advanced lateral maneuvers in a Classical manner
From the Hackamore to the Two Rein and finally Straight up in the Bridle, Marty has the expertise to get you there
Learn the techniques of multiple Ranch Roping champion Marty Gardner
Trail Riding Tip's and Techniques
Giving your children a great start in the basics and beyond of horsemanship
Learn the skills to dance with your horse to your favourite song
Teach your horse the Spanish Walk
Learn to spin, slide and roll back your horse
Learn the skills to start a colt safely and advance their training
Marty’s mentorship approach is rooted in genuine desire to share knowledge and experience with respect and empathy. As a dedicated mentor, he combines life experiences and technical expertise to create a supportive and individualized environment. Here, students are empowered to achieve their goals with their horses, with their success only limited by their determination. Marty truly believes in fostering trust and understanding to each student reach their full potential.
“What is most unique about Marty is his ability to identify areas to improve the partnership between horse and rider. His vast diversity and understanding of many different disciplines from classical dressage to Vaquero brings so much to those he teaches. Riding under the mentorship of Marty has helped elevate what we can get done and accomplish with our horses on our operation".
Laura Laing & John Smith, Plateau Cattle Co,.
