The Bond Technique

Join Carolyn Resnick and Nancy Zintsmaster on a 12 week journey to TRANSFORM your relationship with your horse at Liberty!!

February 1st, 2024 - April 11th, 2024

This 12 week course is a "jump start" in the Waterhole Rituals Liberty Training® and will help you to discover the CONNECTION you always wanted with your horse! Watch the magic happen!

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Hi my name is Nancy Zintsmaster.

I am co-founder and a master trainer in the Resnick Method of Horsemanship.

You may be wondering how I got to this place today.....

I want to share with you the story of my journey to success with horses.

About nine years ago, I rescued a small herd of 4 horses. These horses were neglected, abused, and extremely shut down. They had no trust for humans, so they were very fearful and difficult to handle. I had experience with horses since I was 4 years old and felt confident that I would have no problem in bringing them around to be healthy and happy!

Once I began caring for these horses, I realized that I did not have the knowledge to properly train them, and needed to find a way to connect to them so that I could handle them and feel safe. So, I began studying different methods of "Natural Horsemanship."

The more I practiced this, the more I realized that it was NOT natural to the horse at all!! I found it very stressful to be with my horses as I did not want conflict, and so, I learned that I did not feel comfortable with pressure and release methods of training. It was not working for me, and my horses became more complicated and detached.

I began thinking that I could not train them myself, so I felt lost and hopeless. I felt that my only option was to hire a trainer, which would cost a fortune, and I would still not have the skills to keep the training on the horses once they returned home, nor would I ever have the connection I was looking for. I did not want to pay a trainer to develop the bond and partnership with my horses that I wanted for myself.

This was NOT an option for me!

My goal was to develop a strong connection with them so that they would trust ME and bond to ME. I wanted to train my horses with compassion and give them a sense of freedom of choice. I was on a mission to find just that!

AND THEN...... 7 years ago I found Carolyn Resnick and her method of Liberty Training®, The Waterhole Rituals. Carolyn's original liberty training method dramatically changed my life, and my horses lives forever. It was a HUGE breakthrough; a shift in consciousness for both me and my herd! My horses became happy, willing to work with me, connected to me and the need for "TRAINING" just disappeared! In just a few short weeks the transformation in me, and my horses, was miraculous!

IT WAS MAGICAL!

Carolyn Resnick

Founder of The Resnick Method Liberty Training® and The Waterhole Rituals™

The Resnick Method of Horsemanship was originally developed by Carolyn Resnick over 40 years ago and is based on her expertise and observation of wild horses. Carolyn immersed herself in studying horse behavior and realized during her years of studying wild horses, that she could communicate with them based on a language that was natural to them and how horses communicate with each other.

From this communication she created The Waterhole Rituals™, a unique method of training horses at Liberty. In the 1970's Carolyn originated the term "Liberty Training". Liberty Training® is communicating with your horse without tack in a free and open environment. The Waterhole Rituals teaches you how to lead and how to connect with the nature of the horse to bring out a bond trust, respect, and the willingness in a horse. Being able to communicate in this manner brings well-being to your soul, and to the horses soul, where you will discover your true nature.

And..... THE REST IS HISTORY!

Experiencing the self-realization and transformation in myself and my horses set me out on a journey to share this method with the world and empower others to bring well being, not only to themselves, but to their horses, as well.

I soon quit my well paying job and set out to share Carolyn's life work, The Waterhole Rituals™ with the world.

I now travel the globe teaching The Waterhole Rituals and coach online with Carolyn in our amazing Original Liberty Training Master Class.

It has truly changed my life and I love it!

If you're on this page I'm guessing you likely fit into one of these categories:

You are an extreme horse lover wanting a better connection with your horse
You know that there is a hole in your training, and in the relationship you have with your horse
You are not comfortable with the method of training your trainer thinks is best for your horse.
You don't want to use "old fashioned" methods of training that are hard on a horse
You have realized that your horse is a bit "checked out", and/or miserable in your company.
You are fearful of your horse, or you lack the confidence you feel you need to train your horse yourself.
You are tired of buying into “do it yourself” training methods that somehow leave you feeling inadequate and unable to get the outcome you are looking for.
You can’t control your horse when riding, leading, or feeding.
Your horse shy’s on the trail, wants to go back to the barn, or tries to bite you when you saddle him.
You are confused because you think your trainer knows more than you, but your gut tells you something is NOT right!
You want to be coached while training your horse, but you can't afford to travel and don't know where to begin.

Regardless of the category you fit in, let me tell you one important thing...

If you want deep trust and respect from your horse, and a method that is 100% natural to horses, then what you'll find on this page IS exactly what you are looking for!

My story is probably a lot like yours. I tried so many different training methods thinking that this next one would be a great fit. Why wouldn’t it? It works for so many other people, it would have to work for me! So, I struggled with understanding why I was doing what I was doing, had difficulty getting my point across to the horse, had a lack of confidence and felt inadequate as a trainer, and I was not having fun!

And, the biggest problem was - My horses were not having fun. They were like robots, going through the motions, and not understanding exactly what I was asking them, and often resistant to what I was asking.

Their behavior did not change for the better, they were not connecting to the exercises, and they were not connecting to me.

It was exhausting! The Animal Communicators said one thing, the Natural Horsemanship people said another, and they are all important parts of the puzzle, but I was unclear on how to put it all together.

And, sadly….There’s a lot of misinformation about what it takes to be able to communicate with a horse, to have the horse actually understand what you are saying, and be willing to do what you ask. If you go about it the wrong way you’ll struggle, end up frustrating your horse, setting him back, and could even get hurt. I learned the hard way, but you don't have to!

I don’t want you to be one of the many people stuck in a pattern of being a frustrated horse owner wanting to give up and give your power to a trainer when YOU CAN DO THIS!

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Since finding Carolyn Resnick, and this amazing method of horsemanship, it has become my passion, and life’s mission to help people just like you succeed in transforming their lives and relationship with their horses while having fun doing it!

Why you may ask?… Because I’m a student of the horse, just like you and I want to empower others in their journey with horses and give horses a BETTER DEAL!

THIS IS THE FIRST STEP, THE MOST IMPORTANT STEP!

The Resnick Method of Horsemanship has helped thousands of people just like you and me, to actually build the relationship they’ve always dreamed of with their horse. And, while we’ve helped people develop their horsemanship skills, not only at Liberty, but for competition, dressage, trail riding and much more…..

The most important first step we teach in The Resnick Method Waterhole Rituals, that has BY FAR the biggest effect on relationships, behavior and performance for horse owners/lovers, is how to develop a deep bond through Sharing Territory, the way horses do with one another

This is the first step in developing the 5 heartfelt strings of connection (we will talk more about that later). Mastering the first string of connection, THE BOND, will dramatically impact the quality of your life, and the ability to feel that initial connection with your horse that will result in a life time of confidence and growth in all that comes your way.

Imagine If you could:

Become a leader to your horse so that he feels safe in your company and will effortlessly want to follow your lead.

Develop a deep bond with your horse by merely sitting in a chair with your horse, and your horse would not want to leave your side.

Confidently teach your horse that he can trust you with a simple exercise that works every time

Earn respect from your horse by understanding the code of conduct of horses and how they relate to each other.

Create willingness in your horse so that whatever you asked of your horse, he would be happy to comply because he understands what you are requesting, and LOVES to be with you.

Keep your horse focused on you

Walk together in companionship with your horse with no tack, ropes, or whips.

Dance with your horse to music at Liberty in a magical connection that you never dreamed was possible until now

Break the cycle of fear and procrastination in the training of your horse because now you have the skills you need to do this yourself!

It all begins HERE!

I WANT THIS FOR ME AND MY HORSE!

YOU MAY BE THINKING…

" I have already invested a lot of time and money into other training methods and should I just forge on and make it work, or, will this be just another unsuccessful attempt at training my own horse?"

I can tell you from my personal experience, and the experience of working with hundreds of clients, that eventually you will come to the same conclusion I did.

Without a system of communication that resonates with your horse, you will continue to lack a relationship that comes from the heart within both you and your equine companion. No matter what training method you reach for, without this foundation, you still won't have the connection you need and want to develop a true partnership with your horse.

NOW, YOU CAN HAVE THE PARTNERSHIP YOU'VE ALWAYS DREAMED OF!

SEARCH NO LONGER. WE'VE GOT YOU!

WANT TO KNOW MORE ABOUT THE WATERHOLE RITUALS™?

Here’s what The Waterhole Rituals are not :

The Waterhole Rituals are not another "pressure and release" method of training horses. All that does is tell your horse that he can’t trust you.
The Waterhole Rituals are not a quick fix, too good to be true method that temporarily fixes one issue you have with your horse. All that does is put a bandaid on the real problem, lack of connection.
The Waterhole Rituals are not a method of training that fixes problems. Develop the relationship and the problems disappear...yes, it's true!!
Looking at the problems only creates more problems!

Here’s what The Waterhole Rituals are:

The Waterhole Rituals are a method of communicating with horses that Carolyn Resnick developed through her observation of wild horses communicating with one another in nature to remain safe, keep harmony in the herd and develop life long bonds.
A method of bonding and communication that is natural to horses. One that taps into their natural instincts so that they understand instinctually how to respond to your request and quickly develops a cross species bond.
A method of growing a deep bond so that the horse trusts us and respects us and is willing to follow our lead.
A method that teaches you to shift your focus from "training horses and correcting problems", to finding the Entry Point of Connection, where you will ALWAYS get a YES!
A journey of self realization, personal growth and transformation through the training of horses at liberty.
A process of communicating with horses that has pure, proven and measurable results.

So, how do YOU create the horse of your dreams?

A horse that comes running when you call him, a horse that seems to understand what you are asking and wants so badly to do his best for YOU.

A horse that becomes a partner in a never-ending love affair you never dreamed possible, like the one I have with my horses?

Take the first step in developing a better relationship with your horse. In 12 weeks you will see a dramatic difference in your horse!!

This intensive 12-week LIVE COACHING WORKSHOP not only teaches you how to build a deeper connection with your horse and build the confidence you need to train your horse at Liberty yourself, but will take horsemanship skills to the next level!

BE THE PARTNER YOUR HORSE NEEDS YOU TO BE!

This course is straight forward with no reading between the lines. NO guesswork!

THE BOND TECHNIQUE workshop will teach you how to build a relationship with your horse that will change your life and your horses life forever

We will teach you 9 exercises that will help develop a deep, working bond with your horse.

This system has been used by thousands of people worldwide that have had issues ranging from lack of connection, lack of knowledge, fear of aggression from horses, lack of leadership ability, lack of horsemanship skills, and lack of understanding horse behavior and the natural instincts of horses, as well as many other issues.

Plus, we will work together to make mindset changes, clear old blocks that you may have with horsemanship, and develop new techniques that are proven to work with all horses.

We will teach you how to understand the natural instincts of horses and how to use these techniques to quickly have your horse saying YES to you!

Understanding the natural instincts of horses is the key to success with any horse, and lacking this knowledge is why many other training programs are difficult for the average horse owner and just don’t deliver!

You’ll learn the secret to bonding with your horse at Liberty so it becomes easier and easier for you to understand your horse and for your horse to understand you!!

(These techniques are original to this method and do not compete with any other training discipline, but are the foundation for any and all equestrian pursuits.)

Are you ready to EMPOWER yourself and TRANSFORM your horse and the relationship you share together?

Are you ready to deepen the bond and build a stronger relationship with your horse?

Get ready, because The Bond Technique will be the most useful asset you’ll ever have to transform your life, your horse, and how you interact together!

The best part is that we’ll show you exactly how to do this so that you never have to look back! Your horse will be eager to see you and want to do anything you ask!

Don't waste any more precious time doubting your ability to train your horse yourself!

I AM READY! I WANT TO ENROLL NOW!

What You Will Learn:

Discover why Liberty Training® is the foundation for any and all equestrian pursuits, and why it is where you need to begin with your horse to enhance everything you are doing with your horse.

The value of Sharing Territory and meditating with horses.

Understanding herd behavior and how horses keep harmony in the herd.

The natural instincts of horses and how we can use these instincts to communicate with them.

How to find the ENTRY POINT OF CONNECTION to find the YES in your horse!

Understanding the CODE OF CONDUCT of the herd and how it works between horse and human to keep harmony in the relationship.

LEADERSHIP in the training of horses.

How to properly use ENERGY AND CLEAR INTENTION when interacting with horses at liberty.

WHEN TO USE TREATS in the training of horses and how to use them properly.

How to develop FLEXIBLE BOUNDARIES and using the pause as a training aid.

How to SAFELY INTRODUCE FOOD to horses to develop healthy boundaries around personal space.

Developing HEALTHY MINDSET SKILLS to remove limiting beliefs so that you can apply your gifts and empower yourself with Horses