Mackinac Horsemen’s Association strives to build positive, confident, and trusting relationships between horse and human. We believe this is integral to the growth and development of equestrians while also nurturing the values of Mackinac Island. We promote this through our lesson program, 4H program, on-site clinics, shows, and demonstrations.
Each horse in our program serves a portion of the Mackinac Horsemen’s Association Mission Statement and offers the opportunity for skill improvement. Lesson horses range in size and ability, and are school masters in their discipline. These horses have been carefully selected to sustain a flourishing lesson program and create a valuable learning experience for our students.
Our lesson program is founded on proper horsemanship, use of aids, and safety for riders. We believe it is essential that our students have the proper tools and skills to build a trusting and confident relationship with their horse. Lessons range from beginner to intermediate/advanced and we focus on both English and Western Dressage. Here at Mackinac Horsemen’s Association each rider is given one on one attention and is started from the basics to provide a firm foundation in their experience as an equestrian.
MHA has adopted the American Horse Council's NATIONAL WELFARE CODE OF PRACTICE.
Team
Dedication. Expertise. Passion.
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Tate (aka TaterTot)
Tate is an 11y old Thoroughbred who was retired from the track when he was 5.
Measuring in at a lovely height of 16h, Tate has been retrained to the Hunter Jumper and Dressage disciplines.
Tate loves to jump and is best suited for our advance riders who would like to further their dressage and jumping skills.
Tina
Miss Tina is truly a Gem that will shine as one of our newest additions to the MHA Equestrian Center. Standing at just 11h she is affectionately know as "Tiny Tina".
Tina will be a staple for the Pony Pals program and will be very happy to teach our youngest riders the magic of horses. She is safe for even the smallest beginner rider and looks forward to exploring the trails of Mackinac!
Scotty
Scotty joins the Mackinac Community Equestrian Center this year as our very own unicorn! Scotty is the "seen it, done it, been there Pony with lots of experience in the show ring, on the trails and teaching even the youngest how to ride!
Scotty looks forward to adding Mackinac to his long resume of talents.