Build Better Groundwork, Create Consistency

Learn how to develop connection, respect, and clear communication through structured groundwork you can apply right away.

Meet Chelsea Canedy

Chelsea Canedy is known for her clear, structured approach to groundwork and horsemanship. Her training focuses on building communication, respect, and understanding between horse and handler, creating a foundation that carries through to everything you do under saddle.

Her teaching breaks things down into simple, practical steps that riders can follow and apply immediately. Whether you’re starting from the beginning or refining your horse’s behavior, Chelsea’s approach gives you a clear path forward.

Through her programs, riders learn how to be consistent, intentional, and effective—on the ground and beyond.

Who This Training Is For

This training is for anyone who wants clearer communication and a better-behaved horse.

If you’ve ever felt like:

  • Your horse is pushy, inattentive, or inconsistent on the ground
  • You’re not sure how to structure your groundwork sessions
  • You want exercises you can follow step by step
  • Your horse behaves differently depending on the day
  • You know groundwork matters, but don’t know where to start

This is where things become simple and actionable.

Individual Courses

  • Showing Up for Your Horse Mentally & Emotionally

    Chelsea Canedy guides you through what it really means to be mentally and emotionally present for your horse. This isn’t just about affirmations or staying calm, it’s about understanding how your energy, thoughts, and habits affect every ride.

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  • Two Weeks to Better Groundwork with Chelsea Canedy

    Over two weeks, you will learn how to communicate with your horse in a way that builds respect, focus, and responsiveness. It is about teaching clear cues, establishing personal space, and developing precision that carries directly into your riding.

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  • The New Horse Starter Pack - 30 Day Program

    In this 30-day guided program, you'll learn how to establish a strong relationship with a new horse. It's also useful if you need a relationship reset with your horse, have moved to a new barn, or just want to rebuild/strengthen your partnership.

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  • Training the Barn Sour (Herd-Bound) Horse

    In this transformative course, upper-level event rider and horse behavior expert Chelsea Canedy shows you how to train a more connected, emotionally balanced horse, without force, frustration, or feeding into the fear.

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Simple, Structured, Effective

Chelsea’s training is designed to be followed. Her bundles bring together structured exercises and progressive lessons so you always know what to do next.

  • Follow a Clear Plan

    Know exactly what to do, when to do it, and how to progress.

  • Improve Ground Manners and Respect

    Create a horse that is attentive, responsive, and easy to handle.

  • Build Consistency in Your Training

    Eliminate guesswork and create repeatable results.

  • Strengthen Communication

    Develop clear signals your horse understands.

  • Create a Foundation for Riding

    Set your horse up for success before you even get in the saddle.

  • See Progress Quickly

    Apply simple exercises that create noticeable change.

Clarity Creates Confidence

Horses thrive when they understand what’s expected.

Chelsea’s approach focuses on:

  • Clear, consistent communication
  • Simple, repeatable exercises
  • Building understanding step by step
  • Creating structure for both horse and rider

When things are clear, both you and your horse become more confident.

What You Can Expect

With consistent application, riders often experience:

  • A more respectful, responsive horse on the ground
  • Clearer communication and fewer mixed signals
  • Increased confidence in handling and training
  • A smoother transition into riding
  • A stronger overall partnership

This is where groundwork starts to make a real difference.

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