Joe Midgley Horsemanship

Foundation through to advanced horsemanship for you and your horse. Specialising in Foundation horsemanship, Problem rehabilitation and advanced horsemanship

Specialising in equine behaviour and progression through both english and western disciplines.

2024 AQHA UK Ranch futurity Champion with Magnus Rex At Dawn

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05/08/2026

Two photos, 17 years apart

As I write this Picnic is already on her way to Dover and I’m about to collect Kirsty and Jack to follow her to her overnight stop in France before our final destination at the European championships in Germany. At the time of posting, I’m sure she’ll be enjoying her rest stop in France!

The first photo was a kid with a dream. The second photo is a man whose dreams have become a reality.

It takes a village… and I wouldn’t be anything without the most wonderful show family and support network behind me. You’re all absolutely incredible people, and I’m so very grateful for you all. You all know who you are! A special mention to Kirsty, whose trust and faith in my programme has never faltered - thank you for this opportunity.

Picnic has a phenomenal team behind her too. We wouldn’t be able to train and maintain performance without :

GC Veterinary Physiotherapy
Tom Grantham Equine Dental Services
DM Farriery, Davide Molinario BSc Hons Equine Studies, Dip WCF
Sudbrooke Park Cattle Company

The truck is fully loaded to the brim. A big thanks to my sponsors, whose product are piled high ready to show off in Europe!

Ariat Europe ariateuropewestern
Total Horsemanship Natural Equipment
Neue Schule Ltd
Equinen
Equestrian’s Choice
The Round Pen Company
West House Trailers

I will do my best to keep updates coming, and respond to messages, however I cant promise anything. I return to teaching on the 20th August

When I’m back, come and ride with me at West Drive Quarter Horses

02/08/2026

I’m overwhelmed by the response to my clinic cancellation!

Thank you to everyone that has messaged offering to host! The space has been taken by Liz Jones, and we will be running a 3 day clinic in South Wales. If you’re in that area and would like to get involved, please send me a message and I’ll put you in touch with Liz

If anyone has an indoor venue and would like to run a clinic in the winter months… please get in touch.

30/07/2026

I have had a clinic cancel at the end of August THIS YEAR! My clinic calendar fills up in November each year for the following year so for a weekend to come available is very unusual!

Clinics look at the full horsemanship story. From groundwork and basic handling, all the way through to advanced riding. Everyone is welcome wherever you are in your horsemanship journey!

I regularly work with young horses, from foals to starting. Overcoming problematic behaviour was my speciality for many years. Western horses at the top level. Dressage horses up to Advanced Medium and everything in between!

Clinics are made up of one session in a morning, followed by a lunch break talk. The most popular talk is on bit fitting! This is followed by a another session in the afternoon! This format repeats each day, with a different talk during lunch!

If you or your yard is interested in having a one, two or three day clinic with me on 28/29 and/or 30th August please get in touch!

15/07/2026

Lessons!

I do still travel out teaching! Although it is limited to areas that book in a minimum of 6 lessons a day.

I am flexible with lessons if you can travel to me at Sudbrooke. English and Western. Young, troubled or advanced horses all welcome!

Drop me a message to book in!

Don’t forget you can ride a trained western horse with me too! At West Drive Quarter Horses

12/07/2026

Unfortunately, due to unforeseen circumstances our horsemanship demonstration on 26th July is now cancelled.

Purchased tickets will be refunded via ticketlab so please look out for an email and it reappearing in your bank.

I’m very sorry to have to cancel to those of you that already had tickets and made plans. Below is the link to the Ultimate Horsemanship demonstration, and I’ll also be demonstrating at the Horsemanship Showcase - the Horsemanship event of the year!

https://ticketlab.co.uk/event/id/38404 #/

09/07/2026

I was talking with a friend recently and we both agreed that keeping horses is time consuming and expensive enough as it is… it’s worse if every second you spend with them is difficult!

I thought I’d set the camera up to film Remy the other day. I rode first thing to try and avoid the heat then we went for a little plod around the farm before coming back to untack and wash off…

It struck me (the day before) just how easy Remy is to be around and deal with. Is this his temperament? Of course not! It’s because he is held to a higher standard. Expectations are high, and boundaries are set.

Does that mean I’m tough on him all the time? Absolutely not. He is safe within those boundaries, and he knows it. It’s that feeling of safety that allows a ground tie… it’s my confidence is his confidence that lets me walk away, knowing he isn’t going to leave…

Alongside that… he’s easy to saddle, he isn’t girthy, he’s easy to bridle, he’s good with the hosepipe, to be brushed, to have his boots/bandages on and off, to be mounted… just everything!

I can talk all day about Remy’s prowess as a riding horse, but this isn’t about that… this is about the day to day interactions that decide whether or not you actually like your horse, and if they feel safe and connected to you.

The thing is… Remy is my top horse… but… you could take any of my horses in training, and stand them quietly outside the tack room to tack up.

If you need to walk away completely, and you tie them up… guess what… easy too! And if you need to take your horse behind them while tied up… they won’t kick out.

There is no pulling on the lead rope, pushing in the shoulders… no arguments about trivial tasks. No feet handling issues, no loading problems, no clipping problems - life is just easy! Of course every one of those has a technique to help if needed!

There are certain things that just don’t happen when your horse is confident in the process… set in their boundaries and living up to expectations.

P.s… I’m not suggesting everyone starts ground tying their horses in random places 😂

Is your horse easy to be around?

04/07/2026

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03/07/2026

New Dates. New Season. Same Incredible Event

The Horsemanship Event of The Year - Horsemanship Showcase is taking place 25th–27th September 2026… and here's hoping for a beautifully warm autumn weekend!

If you are new to the event - These are just a few of the incredible memories from last year. Three unforgettable days filled with laughter, learning, inspiration and amazing horses.

✨ World-class education
🏆 Competition – Your Way
✨Three Round Pen Trainer Challenge across the 3 days
🎭 Spectacular Evening Equestrian Theatre
🛍️ Shopping Village packed with your favourite equestrian brands
🤝 A welcoming community of horse lovers

Don't miss out on a weekend full of education, competition, shopping, entertainment and unforgettable memories

📅 25th–27th September 2026
📍 Bury Farm Equestrian Village
🎟️ Tickets are on sale now link in the comments and bio

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