Nick's Education & Experience

Nick Stewart is a certified Ken McNabb Master Trainer and colt starter with a comprehensive background in horse training. He possesses deep expertise in various disciplines including ranch horse, roping, reining, reining cow horses and starting colts. Focusing on horse behavior, rider training, and creating a strong foundational work ethic in all the horses that come in for training. His skill set extends to training horses of all breeds, but his main direction is working with ranch and cow horses. 

Highlights:

• Profound knowledge of riding and training techniques tailored to different horse breeds.
• Extensive experience in training family-safe horses and specialized expertise in ranch and rope horses.
• A competitive track record in starting colts, emphasizing the establishment of a solid foundation and proper foot placement and work ethics.
• Acute understanding of equine psychology, adept at identifying and addressing the root causes of behavioral issues.
• Exceptional ability to facilitate successful connections between horse and rider, ensuring each session sets them up for success.
• Awarded 2015 All Around Rodeo Champion Cowboy for his home town series.
• Is a Ken McNabb Master Certified Trainer 
• Successfully trained a few horses for the prestigious Diamond McNabb Ranch Horse Sale.

Kelsie Stewart was raised in the heart of the ranching industry by her father, an old-school cowboy who instilled in her a deep-rooted connection with horses from an early age. More than just a cowgirl, Kelsie's horsemanship is characterized by her remarkably gentle touch and an intuitive riding style, qualities that reflect a genuine understanding and feel for horses.

Her training techniques have been honed through years of working alongside her husband, Nick, absorbing and adapting the skills essential for top-level horsemanship. Kelsie's experience at the Broken Arrow Ranch further diversified her expertise, where she excelled in various roles. She managed everything from resolving issues with problem horses to preparing horses for sales, and catering to client needs during horse transactions.

Highlights:

• Dedicated to building competitive, family-friendly horses that excel in both performance and safety.
• Expertise in bringing young horses up with a solid foundation.
• Recognized for her excellent instructional abilities, helping riders of all levels improve.
• Accomplished in team roping, demonstrating strong competitive skills.