OUR 1ST HORSE SHOW OF THE YEAR!

[@kimmieb8376]

There’s is definitely something special about bageera. She’s absolutely looking beautiful.

[@freespiritequestrian]

I can’t even explain it, but yes. Thank you!!! 🖤

[@ellensmith8470]

I love the way you teach the girls there are so many ways to ride a horse and that horses have so many more lives than cats. Every time you ride it's an experience. For all involved. Take the opportunity to learn as much as you can when you ride. That's the fun part.

[@ellensmith8470]

@@freespiritequestrian This was the way my 4-H group was handled. We learned enough of of each style of riding and enough of how to run a barn to know what we wanted to do when we got older. We had a list of barn chores and instructions for who to ride and what style and what to work on. It wasn't always a formal lesson but someone was supervising and giving advice. It was a great chance to learn and grow. I feel lucky to have had that experience.

[@junebyrne4491]

Look at the smiles on those young ladies. You must be bursting with pride.

[@freespiritequestrian]

Absolutely! They are amazing.

[@BrendaHaltom-cs6ck]

Vigura is so gorgeous! I can’t believe that she’s 26! Her tail is so distinctive! Congrats Shae on Blue Ribbon!🐎❤️😀

[@MandyRN2003]

It’s so cool how they can go from western to English.

[@Areyousayingidontknowmyname]

Stable friends have a 33yr old Arab pony mare that is like Bagheera. Absolutely nothing rattles her cage. Recently had a fine bill of health from the Vet. Loved seeing everyone working together and not fighting. Great job girls.

[@freespiritequestrian]

That’s so amazing. Yeah, I would never, ever tolerate that behavior. Attitude=you won’t be riding with me or at shows. I’m all about fairness, team work, and kindness! ❤️

[@Areyousayingidontknowmyname]

@@freespiritequestrian you do an awesome job

[@blaiseaimee7098]

Blue Ribbon for Bagheera! I love that little mare!

[@freespiritequestrian]

I love her so much!!! 🖤🏆💎🐴

[@leanneskitchengardenandplo9711]

Hey I’m from UK I have 5 horses 😊. Like you I just live helping and rehabilitation with horses I’ve saved a few of mine from the slaughter. I think it’s wonderful what you are doing for the horses and all your young riders. It’s a huge confidence boost for the young up and coming riders. They all looked like they having so much fun. And yes we all have to eat dirt sometimes with horses and in life I feel that young people can learn so much from horses. I only wished I had the strength to sell like you to put money into other project horses. Some of my horses are really old now so and have had many awesome years with them and still continue to do so. I have a 14.2 hh Palomino mare 12 years old that I’m working with at the moment. Super excited to see where we go. I’m a new sub and really enjoying your fun, kind energy. Keep up the good work 😍. Leanne xx

[@freespiritequestrian]

That’s amazing you help horses as well, thank you for doing that. We need more people like that. Yes, it was an amazing day for them. I agree, it teaches them horsemanship along with life skills. It’s hard to sell for sure, but it’s just part of the process. I wouldn’t be doing what I do if I didn’t sell, and other horses wouldn’t get a chance. Thanks for watching! ❤️

[@jrmints80]

Getting back on after falling at your first show is no small achievement! Great job!

[@alissiagage1654]

Thank you!

[@freespiritequestrian]

Totally agree! I was so proud of her.

[@ledraslavik7868]

First shows are always exciting and never forgotten.

[@freespiritequestrian]

Indeed! 🏆🌹❤️🐎

[@Tyson-co4oc]

Bagheera looks absolutely stunning. Everyone looks so happy 😍 So happy to see your getting more subscribers ❤️

[@freespiritequestrian]

Thank you! I think she’s a beauty queen. Also? Thanks again for watching. 🏆👑🐴💓

[@DS-ky9dl]

Great work everyone! Bagerra is truly a lovely, sweet girl...you are lucky that you found each other.

[@freespiritequestrian]

I am so blessed to have that girl! Thank you 😊 🏆🖤👑🐴💓

[@dianneloftstaylor]

I love your channel and especially your philosophy on paying it forward with horses. If ever I come into money I would certainly send loads your way. Brings back so many memories if my horse riding years as a teenager 🥰

[@freespiritequestrian]

Awwww you are to kind. It’s so rewarding even if it’s a lot of work!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@staceystar2984]

I Love Jimminy Cricket's Spotted Hide !! Bageera Is Very Cool !!

[@freespiritequestrian]

He is such a loud beauty! Thank you!!

[@toasted_equestrian]

They all did fabulous! Bedeerah absolutely killed it!

[@freespiritequestrian]

She’s a gem! Thank you 💎🖤🐎

[@fluffymountainbunny]

Congratulations to You, Ella and Bageera! Thats awesome, especially for her first show! All the students did a really good job as well!

[@freespiritequestrian]

I was so very proud! Thank you 😊

[@elizabethsakurai3628]

This is a great experience. Brought tears to my eyes, making me think of when I got my first horse and was first learning to ride!

[@freespiritequestrian]

That is so sweet. It was an incredible day ❤️

[@lesleyswarbrooke940]

Loved it I used to help show Clydesdales as I live in the UK and love your vlog

[@freespiritequestrian]

How cool is that!!!!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@ruthhamilton4882]

Thanks for the trip back to the 70s😁

[@freespiritequestrian]

😂😂❤️❤️

[@julieholland1387]

I just found your channel a month ago. I love your philosophy and how u love your horses. I have learned so much from your videos. I wish I lived closer to u. Thank u for all u do!

[@freespiritequestrian]

I’m so glad! Thank you!

[@martacompton5217]

Great job everyone

[@freespiritequestrian]

Thank you!

[@pendergrass4418]

Wow Bageera really got fit! She looks great.

[@freespiritequestrian]

She sure is coming along! Thanks 😊

[@adamasdesigns8039]

Wow. Super showing for all the girls and mounts. Amazing haul of Ribbons. .

[@freespiritequestrian]

I was so proud! Thank you 😊

[@nancyguenther5895]

They did great bring back memories

[@freespiritequestrian]

❤️❤️❤️

[@lilithbozanljunggren]

waw this was so fun to watch and all the horses are soo gorgeous but the one that catch my eye is baghera she's absoultley gorgeous

[@Misseyj1001]

You are making so many dreams come true!

[@freespiritequestrian]

I’m so so so grateful for her. Thank you!

[@freespiritequestrian]

I’m going to cry!!!! Thank you ❤️🥺🐎🏆

[@leslieleslie5849]

What a positive experience! Great video. I grew up riding and showing P.O.A’s all over the midwest in the 70’s. I am so excited for their summer and your channel. I am sixty this year and I bought a mule and a paint to spend my retirement years trail riding and to my surprise my muscle memory is still there when I rode as a youth. Its a beautiful life! New subscriber from Decatur, Il

[@freespiritequestrian]

Wow that’s so cool!!!!! How wonderful. I grew up in Yorkville, IL so not terribly far from where you’re at.

[@mandyb1320]

What an enjoyable video! Everyone was happy and having a good time. My favorites are you getting excited about the students and how well the horses did. Bagheera was so beautiful and graceful and almost 26 almost a year ago. I really do love her! She did work hard for all those years and now has a home to have fun and play too. Thank you for saving her!

[@freespiritequestrian]

Yes! Thank you!

[@carrieeasley3995]

I ate too much dirt when I was young! Lol! That’s why I’m in the disabled shape I’m in now! Wouldn’t trade my memories for anything, except maybe a new neck and back! Good show! I’ve watched you adopt these horses, never imagining that they would become show quality. You’ve done amazing things with them!

[@freespiritequestrian]

LOL!!! You are funny. It was a wonderful day. Thank you for your kind words ❤️.

[@izzytorres6176]

That was sick a greeat experience and all of the horses did goos

[@freespiritequestrian]

You did an amazing job with Bagheera Izzy!!!

[@dawnhartzell2629]

I love that you have different disciplines. You all do very well.

[@rhondapierce6816]

AWESOME FUN and a fantastic learning opportunity and experience for the girls!

[@freespiritequestrian]

Agreed! It teaches them so much! 🖤😊

[@pipers6529]

Omg it was sooooo fun!!! Thank you again Shae!

[@freespiritequestrian]

You’re so welcome!

[@lindasmith744]

Great show and experience for you and your students! Fun to watch! Good job everyone!

[@freespiritequestrian]

Thank you!

[@athenanwonderland]

👍👍👍👍👍👍👍This was so fun to watch. Your an amazing teacher. Bagerra did great. She is fantastic soul. All the horse were wonderful. Thank you for sharing

[@freespiritequestrian]

Thank you for watching! I’m so proud of them. It makes me so happy 😀

[@debbieelliott7471]

It takes me back to my youth when I used to ride in shows

[@freespiritequestrian]

How fun! What type of shows did you do? :)

[@haroldmclarty7317]

That Black Horse is beautiful.

[@freespiritequestrian]

For a 25-26 year old I’m pretty proud of her!

[@Marisol_eq1]

First!!!!!! Yasssssss amazing all of your students did so good!🥰

[@freespiritequestrian]

I was so proud!!! Thank you 😊

[@pinkywilliams8063]

Still binge watching your videos..... They all looked Fabulous !!!! I'm a Horse Lover for sure..... Great Job to all

[@freespiritequestrian]

Thank you!! I’m glad you’re liking the videos 😊❤️🐎🌟

[@deborahjaneapperley1004]

Well done to all of you and the horses

[@freespiritequestrian]

Thank you! ❤️

[@michelewhite4262]

Awesome...ladies did beautiful...horses are SPECTACULAR 💕

[@freespiritequestrian]

Thank you!!! It was such a memorable, fun experience. ❤️🐎🏆

[@sharonp6762]

I love watching these shows!

[@bonniemott9119]

Everyone did good and baghera looks fantastic for her age I really love that horse she's beautiful. Thanks again for your videoing I really enjoy it and I like the way that you keep us informed of what's happening thank you so much

[@freespiritequestrian]

Thank you! She has really started to shine! I’m so proud ❤️

[@taralorraine9814]

Oh that's lovely, what a nice chill show! By the way I have a pure black Cat named Bagheera whom I adopted from a shelter, he is so sweet 😸❤️🌻👏

[@freespiritequestrian]

That’s so cute!!!!!!! Yes, it was a perfect little show.

[@mariearmstrong9185]

Ty for sharing this. I love the Respect and Encouragement you show your students.

[@freespiritequestrian]

I appreciate that ❤️

[@Bella_mia21]

I’m so exited love you so so so so so so so much❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️you are amazing

[@freespiritequestrian]

Awww thank you!!!

[@anasworldofminis462]

She did so good for her first time doing it.

[@georgiagonzales3769]

Awesome ❤️ you all did so well. Thanks for sharing 🤠

[@freespiritequestrian]

Thanks for watching!

[@karenryancrawford6401]

Congrats to all the kids.They were great!

[@freespiritequestrian]

I’m so proud!

[@emandlil871]

Wow the girls looked so good! I recently had my first show and it was scary, but I ended up doing well! So proud of all of them!!

[@freespiritequestrian]

I was so proud! That’s amazing you did well, go you! 🏆🐴

[@emandlil871]

@@freespiritequestrian Thank you so much !!!!

[@suezettehollinger9804]

this was amazing! thank you so much for sharing. I also took in a rescued TWH and I took her in her first open school a couple weeks ago.

[@freespiritequestrian]

Wow that’s fantastic!!!! Good work ❤️

[@rodandjudibowen5665]

Every one is a Star! 😀😃😄

[@freespiritequestrian]

They are indeed! 🤩

[@sabine701]

Congratulations, I had a lot of fun watching all of you. 💖🐎💖🐎

[@freespiritequestrian]

Thank you! I’m so glad :).

[@dboley1950]

You are so awesome working with these young girls and horses!

[@freespiritequestrian]

Thank you! It’s the best of both worlds helping horses and incorporating humans too! Lol

[@rottiegirl0077]

That was so fun to watch. I never saw a trail class before. It's been awhile since I went to a show. Your riders did a great job.

[@freespiritequestrian]

It’s actually a hard class!!! They did well though. 😊❤️

[@debbielewis2153]

This brought back so many happy memories. Thank you❤

[@freespiritequestrian]

I’m so glad, thank you for watching

[@karenryancrawford6401]

What such a fun day! Congrats to you and all the kids!

[@freespiritequestrian]

Thank you! It was a lovely experience for everyone.

[@karenryancrawford6401]

Can't wait to see this and how the kids do!

[@freespiritequestrian]

❤️❤️❤️

[@Bella_mia21]

This was an amazing video and good job on the first place in. The trail .

[@freespiritequestrian]

Thanks!!!! ❤️🏆🐎😊

[@linneathyberg4991]

Such fun video and such great experience for your students! :)

[@freespiritequestrian]

Yes indeed! Thank you!

[@jessie9384]

Oh what a really beautiful fun day for the amazing students and brilliant Horses. Really reminded me of the old school Pony novels we used to read at that age, by Ruby Ferguson and Monica Edward's . These students are just amazing, and really learning horsemanship the right way that will give them decades of fun and learning how to do it the safest way that you can . I just love that you teach them not to let lead ropes drag , oh boy have I seen some bad accidents doing that . I love the way Bagheera is so interested in everything she sees . These Horses are just having such fun happy lives where life is always so different and fun packed with love.

[@freespiritequestrian]

Thank you for saying that!!! It means so much. I really try my best to teach them horsemanship, care, common sense (lol), and of course riding aspects. I have the best students and the most amazing parents!!! I’m so happy. 😀

[@BehindTheHeadstall]

The Kids are so lucky to lesson with you! I have a show this Saturday depending on the weather. The kids and horses did amazing! Great job everyone.

[@freespiritequestrian]

Thank you! I am so grateful for them as well ❤️🐴

[@freespiritequestrian]

Also, Good luck if you go!!! 🍀🏆🐎

[@BehindTheHeadstall]

@@freespiritequestrian Your welcome! and Thanks!

[@karenryancrawford6401]

Ellen does so good with the horses. Like this is what Ellen was born to do.

[@freespiritequestrian]

Yes, Ella was amazing!!!

[@renayeblack5906]

I thoroughly enjoyed this video. Wow, your are an awesome teacher. God bless you, ( your husband) your students & all your beautiful 🐎 horses.

[@freespiritequestrian]

I really appreciate that, thank you.

[@Alfie-theirishsportshorse]

They were so good

[@freespiritequestrian]

I thought so too, yay! ❤️

[@lindaarchinal9008]

Well done to you and your students AND your lovely horses!🏆🥇🏆💯👍

[@freespiritequestrian]

Thank you Linda! ❤️

[@mariearmstrong9185]

Great job everyone!!

[@freespiritequestrian]

Thank you!!! ❤️☀️🐴

[@jumperringequestrian]

That looked so fun!! They all did so good!!

[@freespiritequestrian]

It was lovely! Thank you 😊

[@karenryancrawford6401]

Congratulations Ella!

[@freespiritequestrian]

❤️❤️❤️

[@slaphappyKat]

You've done amazing with them. Are you going to bring your other 7 horses? This is fun to watch! I've never been able to get the "bounce" in the seat when they trot? Could you show some of that? Yes, Bageera!

[@freespiritequestrian]

Thank you! Not all of the horses are show ready or going to be show horses, so not all of them will come. The bounce as in posting? I have a really good video on that! 🖤

[@annaemelia2409]

Amazing video! I had such a fun time and everyone did great!😄

[@freespiritequestrian]

Why thank you!

[@juliecrawford8857]

Awesome 🤩🥰

[@freespiritequestrian]

Thank you 😊

[@rosalesenrique]

I hope your channel does so well that you wont have to let go of some of the horses! I know it must be hard

[@freespiritequestrian]

Thank you 😊

[@mechrissybradley9569]

A great show day 4 every 1..❤

[@Ellie-ss6ec]

I love your shows!❤

[@karenryancrawford6401]

You look phenomenal on Beghera!

[@freespiritequestrian]

Thank you! She was such a good girl 🖤

[@justhere3794]

Random here. Have you ever had paso finos? They are my favorite horses. They might get too cold in your neck of the woods. Love your horse show! Great student riders. I always had trouble riding English due to knee injury but still love western riding whenever I get a chance. I’m old now so have to be careful. Thanks for your wonderful videos.

[@freespiritequestrian]

Hi! No, I enjoy gaited but it’s not my all time favorite. Arlo (my spotted saddle) is the only gaited horse I’ve ever owned, and I probably wouldn’t go gaited again. I’ve ridden a few gaited breeds and it’s fun! I did ride a Paso stallion one time, he was amazing!!!! ❤️

[@Ally-si7yz]

L over your videos sooo much 🥰

[@freespiritequestrian]

You’re so sweet thanks!

[@crazyfam4ever]

My fav video

[@ENiceproductions]

Love this video

[@equineguru08]

I love meko! Do you have any videos on his story?

[@freespiritequestrian]

I do on my TikTok! ❤️

[@redsonya1624]

You Guys did so good awesome job

[@freespiritequestrian]

Thank you!!!

[@nicolebentley6570]

Ahh this makes me miss showmanship so much. They did amazing

[@freespiritequestrian]

Thank you! Come and show them in showmanship next time lol 😂

[@suzanneyoung8011]

Everybody did great. I enjoyed watching all the girls and you compete. I'm so proud of Bagherra. I swear she doesn't look over 10 years old. Did you get any feedback from the judges on her? Did they have any idea how old she is?

[@freespiritequestrian]

Thank you! No they didn’t know. It was a small show, I didn’t ask for feedback, I was to busy with students! Lol 😂

[@suzanneyoung8011]

@@freespiritequestrian That makes sense.

[@maevenewton4376]

What’s your opinion on the 20% weight rule?

[@freespiritequestrian]

It depends on the stockiness of the horse.

[@maevenewton4376]

@@freespiritequestrian thank you

[@blessedbeyondmeasure2853]

Wow!!! I can’t believe how well Bageera did for her first time 😧 Everyone did so well❤️

[@freespiritequestrian]

Thank you! I’m so proud! ❤️🦄

[@blessedbeyondmeasure2853]

@@freespiritequestrian I’m Sure!!!!!!

[@voiceofbarbara]

I hope the girl on Mikko (idk if i spelled that right) is ok! let her know she did awesome. I do IEA and this is why our trainer has us pretend to fit two or more imaginary horses in between us and the person in front of us

[@freespiritequestrian]

She’s okay! She wasn’t as close as it seems. She was passing appropriately and the other horse moved far to the left. No one is at fault here. :).

[@voiceofbarbara]

@@freespiritequestrian Thats awesome! i hope the other horse is ok as well, and tell the girls that for their first shows, they rode beautifully :)

[@alissiagage1654]

Hi I’m ok and going back to the barn tomorrow.

[@voiceofbarbara]

@@alissiagage1654 Oh thats great! You looked awesome and the obstacle (with the barrels and mailbox) looked really fun!

[@suzanneyoung8011]

@@freespiritequestrian what do the judges do when something like that happens? Was she eliminated due to her fall, or was she allowed to get back on and continue in the class?

[@monicap1717]

Funny they didn't work that grassy arena better... Scary😳🐎🤠 Girls did great.

[@freespiritequestrian]

Right? Thank you!

[@celestinacowgirl9075]

nice

[@freespiritequestrian]

🐎🐎

[@gabriellas9001]

❤❤❤

[@rhondaserges5136]

I'm surprised your group isn't doing 4H .. they are good group with lots of try. Teens and horses ..

[@freespiritequestrian]

With all of the different stuff we do I don’t have time for 4H right now. We do endurance, trails, hunter paces, camping, hunter/jumper, and open shows. I can’t do it all but I know what you’re saying! Maybe in the future we will see!

[@rhondaserges5136]

@@freespiritequestrian you sound busy enough .. lol rock on

[@freespiritequestrian]

@@rhondaserges5136 😂😂🐴🐴

[@miamaine7261]

I'm 11 years old I'm a horse lover and you are just so awesome I just started watching your videos and watch like 30 of them all ready I would be so happy if you can make a video of you giving us a shout out and please say my name please please please 😊 💗 ♥ 💖 💕

[@freespiritequestrian]

Wow that’s awesome! Thanks for watching ❤️❤️❤️

[@mscequines]

Can I take lessons at you farm???

[@freespiritequestrian]

Sure :) email me!

[@mscequines]

@@freespiritequestrian how far do you think it is from mason

[@mscequines]

@@freespiritequestrian and I don’t really know how to email you 😢

[@freespiritequestrian]

@@mscequines I’m an hour from Mason. [e-mail]

[@beccamichele]

Oh poops m as m we❤

[@marym796]

Your video is messing up

[@freespiritequestrian]

No it’s not, it’s probably your service possibly.

[@lylakroeker36]

Nice

[@freespiritequestrian]

❤️🏆🐴