Hempfling is a rather interesting trainer (based in Denmark) who practices a unique style of training, although it is not entirely different from Natural Horsemanship. In his videos of ground work you can see his extensive use of body language - far more than most trainers use - such that he appears to "dance" with the horse.
He has an extensive collection of books and videos available, although I find the videos are not particularly methodical, in a way which might allow others to learn his methods simply. Rather they are intuitive, free-flowing, and beautiful, and thus quite a pleasure to watch. Here is one where you can really see how Hempfling uses his body to direct the horse while free-lunging.
Klaus is the absolute best horsemen that ever lived. I have praticed his work for years and it has not only changed my life with my horse, but has changed my life. I would recommend everyone who owns a horse to learn his method and live it.
Posted by: Jenifer | December 20, 2008 at 08:23 PM
Thank -you for sharing Your knowledge ! I have study you for about 2 years now ,an Your videos are right on !!I have many mentors an seem to take a little from all over the years I could not figure out what had Happen to me ? I have had horses for 40+ years an cracked my first book in 1995 since then I have learned lots or as I called it, they put what i was doing into perspective But i had lost the love an understanding there were days that I did dance with some ,I always like to do stuff off lead an folks would get after me for it thank-You once again for gathering my head back together I feel much better Now knowing I can still Dance with them!!!IndianaCatUSA
I would love Your clinic !! Leme Know !!Thank-You!! WE CAN DANCE!!
Posted by: CATherine Reid | May 20, 2008 at 10:25 AM
Beautiful, indeed. Thanks for posting this -- I haven't come across Hempfling before and will look into more of his work.
Posted by: Tamara of In the Night Farm | April 24, 2008 at 11:33 AM