small town horsemanship
In the Heart of Belmont, New Hampshire
Empowering horses, inspiring riders
Building Trust
Ari is passionate about creating balance, harmony, and trust between horse and rider. With a focus on soft, effective techniques, she helps build a deeper connection, fostering a partnership where horse and rider move as one. Her gentle approach emphasizes understanding, communication, and mutual respect, making every step of the journey meaningful and rewarding.
Since2024
About Ari
Ariana Gunderson is a passionate horse trainer and riding instructor based in the picturesque Lakes Region of New Hampshire. With a deep love for horses and a genuine dedication to their well-being, Ariana founded Small Town Horsemanship to bridge the gap between tradition and modern understanding in horse care and training. This program was designed to instill true horsemanship skills, fostering meaningful connections between horse and rider.
Whether working with our trusted lesson horses or partnering with you and your personally owned horse, Ariana tailors each experience to ensure it aligns with her core belief: that every horse deserves a compassionate and informed approach. At Small Town Horsemanship, the emphasis is on creating a solid foundation built on trust, communication, and respect, allowing both horse and rider to thrive together.
Driven by her love for animals and her passion for teaching, Ariana strives to cultivate a welcoming environment where riders of all levels can grow, learn, and discover the joy of true partnership with their equine companions.
Empowering horses and riders through gentle guidance and strong foundations
My Mission
At Small Town Horsemanship, I strive to foster trust, connection, and mutual understanding between horse and rider. Through gentle, biomechanics-based training and a focus on building strong foundations, I help create confident, well-rounded horses and empowered riders.
showing
At Small Town Horsemanship, I’m dedicated to helping you show your horse at their best. I offer training in a variety of disciplines tailored to meet your goals and your horse’s needs. Currently, I proudly show with Rockwall Acres Farm, ensuring both horse and rider excel in and out of the ring.
training
Training with Small Town Horsemanship is designed to fit your needs and goals. I offer flexible options, whether it’s working with your horse at your home or at the Rockwall Acres Farm facility. You can choose to trailer in for training sessions or leave your horse in one of our dedicated training stalls for comprehensive care and progress.
lessons
Enhance your horsemanship skills both in and out of the saddle with personalized lessons tailored to your goals. Whether you choose to learn on your own horse or one of our seasoned, well-mannered lesson horses, I provide expert guidance in any discipline you prefer to help you become a confident and capable horsewoman or horesman.
testimonials
“Five Stars!”
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“Ari has been an absolute game-changer for my horse, Jolene, and me at Keepers Heart Farm. Her approach to training is soft, thoughtful, and deeply rooted in creating a partnership built on trust and understanding. Watching Jolene transform under Ari’s guidance has been incredible—her confidence, willingness, and overall demeanor have flourished. Ari’s focus on balance and harmony, along with her vast knowledge of biomechanics, has made all the difference. She doesn’t just train horses; she connects with them in a way that helps them thrive, and she teaches me to do the same. I couldn’t recommend her enough for anyone looking to build a stronger, more meaningful bond with their horse.”
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✨ Building Better Partnerships, One Horse at a Time ✨
Located in the Heart of Belmont, New Hampshire
📍 Serving horse owners with a gentle, biomechanics-based approach
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