Katie and Jebe: reinless riding and horseback archery.

No boundaries, no bridle, no saddle, no shoes! Just Jebe and I riding around, and then doing a little horseback archery. I love my horse! I had to change the music due to copyright issues.

[@louinwy1]

A lovely video -- you have achieved the very difficult task of becoming one with your horse. You must have a very calm and peaceful soul to keep from transmitting any tension or force to your horse. What a willing partnership you have made. Beautiful.

[@horsekiss234]

You are an absoulute inspiration to me. You are so lucky to be able to have that sort of connection with your horse. Uterly incredible!

[@jckanzel]

beautiful in every way... love the late afternoon sun, clear blue skies set against vibrant green and gold. love your horse, your riding. I feel your freedom, great setup, excellent teaching with the horse, nice setup, progression through your exercises. Sweet musical accompaniment choice, great camera work.

[@dreamwarrior93]

Wow. Beautiful ways of bare back riding and archery. Every part of the video is magnificent. The music, the weather, the environment, everything. :) And beautiful horse btw. ^^

[@kh7220]

You can tell you love you horse. He obviously loves you back, he is a gorgeous noble animal. You are both awesome

[@cavalispirit6176]

I also strongly believe in ground work :))) Actually I mostly do that, and only ride once a week. At some point I didn't even want to ride anymore cause I wanted to be close to the horse's nature (not use the snaffle bit anymore), and I totally found it in the ground work. It really is mostly thanks to your video that I see riding differently, I see it can be done in total respect of the horse. Thanks alot and bravo for being so humble, first quality to get there and you totally have it!

[@FredBGG]

That is just so beautiful. You both move as one. Such mutual affection and respect.

[@meghanmcdonough7400]

What a gorgeous horse!

[@Naturalhorse1]

Absolutely astonishing! I love natural horsemanship and got into it when I was already a bit over aged. Your vid gave me new inspiration and just makes me itchy to try new things! Congratulations for your brilliant work!

[@EleanorIsAw3som3]

This is truely wow amazing and beautiful :) I honestly have no words at how brilliant this is, I was literally sitting here in aww with how beautiful this is. You just gave me inspiration to work on this with my own horse.

[@29luv2ride]

love it Don't you just love having a bond like this with your horse this is how me and my horse are.

[@kathryntamburello1835]

I love the way that you and your horse can run and shoot arrows at the same time! That is INCREDIBLE!!!

[@CarmenV8]

Wonderful Katie! This is true happiness!! beautiful how you are one with your sweet horse! Love your video!

[@nzartlisacampbell]

yay keep painting the world with your awesome magic!!! you have such a beautiful connection with your horse! thank you for showing me it can still be done and that not all people believe in being so domestic lol I love it love it love it

[@mariaroten6239]

I'm getting so happy while watching this! It's unbelieveable how good a relasionshihp between a horse and a human can be! :)

[@JammyDoozers]

Just looked back at this. I have come a long way in that year and done a lot of studying horse behaviour (and how human behaviour affects the horse) and it has really paid off. Although I'm still not to the point of bareback bridleless riding due to health issues setting me back I have at least made the connection that a horse is a reflection of the rider and my confidence has grown hugely, as has my relationship with any horse

[@SoftwareCollection]

Great concept. Great video. Great music. Great girl. Great horse. I love this.

[@NannySassy]

wonderful. so relaxed the both of you. just wonderful to watch. Thank you.

[@Roanhorselover]

I lobe your horse.... and this video... I love alll the Natural Horsemanship you are doing!!!! I love doing Natural Horsemanship!!! BEAUTIFUL!!!

[@MMIMusicstudio]

This is the most beautiful, inspirational and moving video!! Katie you are such a gift!!

[@TomyAllen]

This is truly amazing. To have that horse trust you so much...well all I can say is well done.

[@nzartlisacampbell]

a lot of people have so much fear and you have so much faith in your relationship with this horse. Natural horse-womanship all the way!!!! bring on those old school values of freedom and faith! this is such a beautiful art

[@vanessailie1505]

This video gives me the feeling of the knights and ladies era...lovely horse, amazing riding and archery skills, and the songs fits perfectly !

[@sasquatchycowboy5585]

Watching this video inspired me to learn to ride tackles. which has improved my horsmaship ten fold. thank you Katie.

[@TheFlyingDuchessRanch]

I'm so glad to hear it! You are very welcome and thank you!

[@sasquatchycowboy5585]

+Katie Stearns Oh wow, thanks for replying. Yeah your kind of a role model for me as a horsman. I'm even looking to get into mounted archery, because that just looks like a rush. But, yeah I'm a huge fan your defiantly one of the best horsemen around. Thanks for the reply. By the way I still count this video as the single most impressive piece of horsemenship I've ever seen.

[@TheFlyingDuchessRanch]

+SasquatchyCowboy you are too kind. Thank you. There are many amazing horsemen around the world, and there is always more to learn! The quest for good horsemanship is a never-ending journey ;)

[@sasquatchycowboy5585]

I attended a mounted archery clinic with Chattahoochee Horse Archers last month, and have been practicing on my guys since. I love it! I hope to compete for the first time next year.

[@babs1aus]

Just a beautiful video so nice to see someone reallly in tine with their horse. Well done

[@EleahMarie310]

This.... is everything... I've been dreaming about! Thank You SOO much for posting this, and showing me it's possible! My favorite, riding and archery... Now to start training. :) So breath taking

[@StrrawBerryx]

Beautiful beautiful! Really inspiring, you both seem to be very happy!

[@nirahudgins9784]

Thats amazing that you have such an amazing bond with your horse. If he wanted he could buck you off in a heartbeat. But it's obvious he would never do any thing to hurt you.

[@CSine1]

13 people have never known the amazing bond and experience of a horse.

[@theonca8204]

the aesthetic within this is undenyable. pure ultra master art. YEAH!

[@luctoretemergo8]

amazing! you two are seamlessly working well together!!!

[@cheyennedaharsh611]

From the perspective of a fellow rider & archer... Well done. That's incredible. There's really no other way to describe it! Fantastic. (= Beautiful bond on top of it!

[@arboldepie6462]

Totalmente Feliz;de Compartir éste.............! FELICITACIONES!!!!!!!!!!! GRACIAS !

[@XxLunarXRainxX]

The grace, the grace! Of a beauty with no boundry, Float be my heart, And to sea with my mind, To soar my dream, With the one always kind to me. Beautiful and talented! :3

[@heidisheart6324]

so incredible...love the connection you two have:)

[@shelene67]

OMG you are amazing! I am so envious! I can only imagine the amount of time you have put into this feat....good job! I wish I had your courage and ambition!!!!

[@Lithops2]

So beautifull ! It's something I'm planing to work with my horse. I been dreaming about this for at least 5 years...I take my first step into it this summer by buying my first bow and taking lesson in fall. I hope to get as much harmony with my bow & horse as you do on a long run. Thx for the video :)

[@KaytheyaPark]

This is MAGNIFICENT! You ride beautifully, and have such amazing accuracy! I adore the bond between you and your horse.

[@Nikaaaayyyyyyyyyy]

my 19 month old son loves this video! its so pretty!

[@ryanrackley942]

Everything about this is beautiful!

[@alorafarrell5800]

This is the most beautiful video I have seen. you and your horses movement are just perfect. Truly one with your horse. This gives me inspiration to keep going forward, try new things, but never forget your dreams.. and who supported you on them. I do not have a horse now, but I will! :)

[@DJDangersJessiJane]

This is simply beautiful! I'm just in awe. I swear Brave was based off of you and your lovely horse!

[@Guinevere2000]

Wow! A lot of work involved into this. You're a very talented horsewoman.

[@nategallas7168]

your riding is amazing, I like how you are just bonded with Jebe.

[@EnterTheMuffin]

I think I am in love. On a more serious note, a very good video, great talent and a gorgeous horse :)

[@myyounghorses]

Hi Katie I have a horse `i ride bridle less, and I am always looking for good videos of horses that look well trained and happy, not stressed and bullied. It was great seeing your clip. Thanks

[@sunconure8939]

I can ride horses like that, I excel in archery too, but the two sports executed together? I'll need a few more years before I accomplish THAT. Outstanding. The music fits your every move and canter.

[@windhorsesue]

GREAT! It really shows too Katie! Well done!

[@PrimiLeTrix]

seriously. i mean, what can you possibly dislike? *shakes head* i wish i could ride this well. they have obviously been working as a team for a while, bautiful bond between horse and rider

[@TheDrloboski]

The best i've ever seen. loved it..and it was great fliming to.

[@Rebekah_Rivkah]

Awesome! You and your horse are GREAT! Wish I could do that with my horse!

[@thehickschannel]

Seriously you HAVE to be that chick of Brave... Red hair, awesome free horseback riding, archery... Love it!!!

[@kanumbra]

Well this is one of the coolest things I've ever seen...

[@fourleafclover1001]

I love this! You have a great bond with your horse!

[@MegaImpossibledream]

Wow you have a wonderful bond with your horse!!!!

[@Stormy0406]

what a gorgeous horse!

[@epelham100]

You are so cool! I watch your video every so often when i'm in need of inspiration in my own riding. You should give yourself alot of credit. You are so good.

[@buckingwildranch]

Fantastic job and beautiful horse!!

[@jdaprrile]

You have such an amazing talent. I hope one day to be as good as you at horseback riding and archery.

[@kiltedbeast1320]

First off, great video. I've always wanted to try this, but growing up in a military family didn't leave much time to train (or even have) a horse. Second, I haven't heard Loreena McKennitt in YEARS! Forgot how much I love her music. So thank you, and thank you.

[@Brainmalfuction]

let me pick my jaw up off the floor .... absolutely amazing

[@hostagemyth]

That was freakin excellent. ^_^ Took me straight to the renaissance, love it.

[@likelyowl]

It's the most beautiful horse riding I've ever seen! I do horse riding, too, I learn horse jumping, but still I am not able to gallop very good, without saddle only walk. So I admire you very much, I would like to do the same (archery) from now! :3 Thank you!

[@angelveganwolf8807]

xlnt, this was a pleasure to watch - plus I've learned from you and your horse via this vid thankyou

[@cavalispirit6176]

Thanks for sharing your experience. I can imagine the work behind this beautiful brideless riding, and I'm sure when you say "a year" you must have been riding an hour every single day (?) I only ride once a week which isn't enough. I'm thinking of pushing to twice/three times a week (hoping to get the time out of a hectic agenda - where there's a will there's a way :) Can't wait to see the post end of week! Bravo again! Shouldn't be just a hobby given all the work and passion you put in it!

[@veritaserum1000]

i like people who dont use horse JUST as a tool for sport or enjoyment. this horse is really loved :)

[@laurajaco9798]

The most AMAZING thing EVER!!!!

[@bryana4391]

what a wonderful bond

[@fion1flatout]

stunning. Beautiful Saluki as well.

[@morwenna]

My riding teacher and I are very interested in this. I saw your website and learned about the proper equipment to use. :D As soon as I'm able to get the equipment, we are going to start teaching ourselves!

[@123animalcrazy]

wow u r so talented and ur horse is GORGEOUS!!!!

[@juanasanelli6831]

Muy bonito hermosas imagenes Buen ejercicio de equitacion y exelente musica

[@michellecote5767]

I am only 11 and I can kind of do it but not shooting from georges back. I can bareback sidepass on my horse but WITH a bridle. I have a browning bow. I LOVE what you do too. Youre awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@anneloveanimals]

Wauw, total control! Amazin horse! Really great!;)

[@Jaydarox213]

Brilliant doesn't even begin to explain this one! :)

[@midnight121190]

This is so completely inspiring and beautiful. Fantastic work. PS reminds me of Tangled... :)

[@Trophybow1]

Amazing job, specially with that riding. Greetings!

[@sylvishka]

I was looking for several Yabusame videos when I saw yours. I enjoyed it so much, you have such a good understanding with your horse. As a fan of horses, archery and Loreena McKennitt, I was meant to love it lol!!

[@TheMarallen]

That's one smooth ride! Nice job.

[@Tuxypoo]

I love mounted archery. It's so fun. You guys are so awesome. I really wish I can ride bare back like you but bareback pad is necessity for us.

[@TheHunterjumperhorse]

holy crap!! you make riding with zero tack look sooo easy!!

[@norby9019]

that is awesome this total control>>>>

[@ReneeDHendersonSDE]

I am in awe! I want to get to this level of skill and relationship! I have always loved bareback riding and it wasn't until I met a horse that once used a hackamore that I realized bitless riding was possible too. But what I have always wanted is this. Cuddos to what you've done!!! Now...how did you do it!!? Omgosh, I want to learn what you know!

[@karina4everliving]

..and the salukibring the arrows back? wonderfull, complete team!

[@IvyTheBunny]

So. Jealous! Haha, so beautiful!

[@LidiyahTheRaven]

this is just beautiful!

[@Tringolew]

absolutely beautiful

[@unamclister4340]

Very good! riding, attitide both horse and rider..Kata and Jebe

[@EmmaBrownful]

Damn... SO jealous!!! :) Beautiful horse and wonderful video!!! :D

[@Sonia76373]

Hi Katie - i love this so much - this video brings back so many memories for me and my pony betsy - i rode the same way for years - i never had a saddle and would still prefer to ride bareback and no bridle or reins - its like the scene from avatar when he gets on the back of half horse thing and has to connect with him - thats what it feels like doesnt it? You have to have a connection and gentleness! Great video!! xx Pam

[@calik94]

Your arab is gorgeous! You too share a rare bond. Your very trusting to ride him with nothing. Im sure that took a lot of work. Good job.

[@WildlifeGirl101]

Love This! Iv'e always wanted to try archery on horse back! Nice music choice too. :)

[@nancysaake6497]

nice work! beautiful!

[@ianazavialova]

Body positioning and balance. There are several ways that seem to work well. P.S. Katie and Jebe - YOU ARE GREAT!!!! :) We've just started mounted archery a few weeks ago. I hope that some day we'll be as good as you :)

[@PanzerFodder]

"BRILIANT" Thats the only word I can think of for this one :)

[@sarahlewisphoenix4951]

Absolutely gorgeous riding, and great music selection too! I love Loreena Mckennit (not sure if I spelled her name right, though). I like archery, although I haven't done it since I was a kid. I have been talking about trying it again, now your video has inspired me to go for it! I don't know if I can do it from horseback, as I'm a para (disabled) rider and have limits on what I can do riding. You are amazing, and very peaceful to watch in this video. Such a bond with your horse too! GREAT vid!

[@rshi1972]

You are amazing. Nice horse too.

[@yvonneost12]

you have a terrific seat girl well done.

[@windhorsesue]

Katie, this is beautiful! I'm interested in how you transferred Jebe over to bridleless riding. With a lot of bridleless riding, I can see the remnants of the "stick in eye" cues for turning, but Jebe seems to be really attending to your natural shifts in weight and focus.

[@desertcitysun1212]

Beautiful video & horse! I totally agree...bitless and barefoot are the way to go. I use the Dr. Cooks bridle (on any horse)...love it. I've never used bits and never will. I do boot my horse because I live in a very rocky area. I can ride her completely "free" (no bridle, saddle, etc..) but she wants to go in her own direction. lol! We're working on that...at her own pace. Enjoy your horse too! :-)