Your Journey To Becoming a Lesson Instructor Begins Here

Windwalker Academy is broken down into 2 phases:

Phase 1: Windwalker Academy Instructor Training Internship

The Windwalker Academy 12 week internship is an immersive, hands-on instructor development program designed for individuals who want to grow into confident, knowledgeable natural horsemanship instructors.

Through hands-on experience, mentorship, and daily involvement in our programs, interns will begin developing the skills needed to become effective instructors while learning what it takes to be part of a professional natural horsemanship program.

What This Program Entails:

Natural Horsemanship Development

• Personal riding lessons focused on developing feel, timing, riding ability, and communication with the horse.
• Groundwork sessions focused on understanding horse behavior, body language, and communication.
• Opportunities to observe horse training sessions and develop a deeper understanding of how horses think, learn, and communicate.

Instructor Training & Teaching Skills

• Learning the Windwalker lesson program and teaching philosophy.
• Shadowing experienced instructors during lessons.
• Hands-on opportunities to assist with lessons and programs as skills develop.
• Learning how to teach riding skills while creating confidence, safety, and connection between horse and rider.
• Developing the ability to adjust instruction for different ages, abilities, and learning styles.

Professional Growth & Leadership Development

• Coaching and feedback from experienced instructors.
• Learning how to communicate effectively with students, families, and team members.
• Developing confidence, leadership skills, and the ability to take initiative.
• Learning the behind-the-scenes responsibilities required to run a successful lesson program.

Farm & Program Immersion

• Participating in all daily farm responsibilities and learning the importance of horse care, farm chores, organization, facility maintenance, and attention to detail. We are developing professionals, and professionals understand the whole operation.
• Assisting with camps, lessons, farm programs, and other educational opportunities.
• Preparing the barn and programs areas for lessons, camps, and events.
• Becoming part of the Windwalker team and learning the culture and standards expected of our instructors.

Schedule Commitment:

Interns must commit to a minimum of two consistent 4-hour shifts per week for the full 12-week internship.

Additional hours are encouraged for those who want to become more immersed in the program. The more time an intern spends learning, assisting, and participating, the more opportunities they will have to develop their skills, take on additional responsibilities, and demonstrate readiness for future instructor opportunities.

Intern schedules must remain consistent each week throughout the program (example: every Monday and Wednesday from 4:30pm–8:30pm).

Available Internship Hours:

• Monday–Thursday: 8:00am–8:30pm
• Saturday: 8:30am–6:00pm

This internship is designed for individuals who are serious about developing themselves as horsemen and women, educators, and future natural horsemanship instructors.

Upon completion of Phase 1, interns who demonstrate growth, dedication, and alignment with Windwalker’s values may be invited into Phase 2: Assistant Instructor Role, where they continue their education as paid instructors while growing within the Windwalker Farms team.

Phase #2: Assistant Instructor Role

Join our team as a paid instructor in training and continue your never ending educational journey in natural horsemanship. 

Applications can be filled out at the bottom of this page. Once your application is received we will contact you to schedule an interview.  

Applicants must be at least 16 or older, have reliable transportation, and must be physically fit with full mobility. We’re looking for applicants that are passionate, driven, have a heart for people (especially children) and animals.