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Includes 1 Month Of Training and 1 Participant Spot At A Retreat With 1 Horse

After purchase, we will reach out to you via email to book your desired Month you'd like to send your horse as well as the Retreat date and room

Introducing our All-Inclusive Retreat & Horse Training Combo!

Supercharge your horse's skills with our dynamic 30-day training program, specially designed to align with your equine companion's unique needs. The magic begins as your horse starts training well in advance of a retreat at our picturesque Southern Mississippi ranch.

PRE-RETREAT TRAINING PERKS:

🚀 Accelerated Progress: Jumpstart your horse's journey with 30 days or more of expert training by Michael Gascon and his team.
🎓 Customized Curriculum: Tailored training plan covering walk, trot, canter, obstacle mastery, desensitizing, and targeted behavior correction.
🌟 Behavioral Solutions: Address specific issues, from loading problems to advanced riding skills.
📈 Regular Updates: Stay informed with regular progress reports and recommendations.


RETREAT HIGHLIGHTS:

5-Day Immersive Experience: Immerse yourself in our retreat tailored to showcase your horse's newfound skills.
🏞️ Comfortable Lodging: Choose from cozy cabins, cowboy quarters, or a Western-style hotel for your retreat stay**
🤠 Ride Your Trained Horse: Revel in the joy of riding your horse during the retreat, experiencing the fruits of the recent training firsthand.
🤯 Deep Dive with Michael: Gain exclusive insights from Michael Gascon himself on your horse's training journey.
📚 Educational Sessions: Enhance your horsemanship skills with insightful sessions on safety, horse communication, and more.


WORLD-CLASS HORSE CARE:

🌿 Balanced Diet: Our full-time nutritionist ensures your horse receives a balanced diet with regular feeding times.
🛏️ Comfortable Stalls: Stalls are cleaned daily, providing your horse a cozy retreat.
☀️ Regular Turnout: Your horse enjoys safe and spacious paddocks for play, relaxation, and natural behaviors.
👨‍⚕️ Essential Services: Access farrier, chiropractic, and dental care services for your horse's overall well-being.

Secure yours and your horse's spot in this transformative journey. Witness the remarkable progress as you ride your newly trained horse at the retreat—creating memories that last a lifetime. Reserve your place now and embark on a journey of connection, learning, and unparalleled equine companionship!

What Are The Different Retreat Types?
  • 1st-Time Horse Owners: Handling / Grooming / Riding Safely / Nutrition
  • Confidence Retreats: Walk / Trot / Optional Cantering In Games / Recovering Confidence
  • Intermediate Retreats: Walk / Trot / Some Cantering
  • Advanced Boot Camp Retreats*: Walk / Trot / Canter / More Advanced Work* 
  • Cattle Challenge Retreats*: For the more Advanced Rider that takes horsey games and cattle SERIOUSLY / Cutting / Reining / Roping / Cantering *
  • Gaited Retreats: Additional Classes Focusing On Gait Work / Correction / Refinement

(*Must have attended a past retreat or been through our Horse Help Course program)

**Accommodations: 

  • Cabins: 1 Queen bed and Private Bathrooms
  • Hotel Rooms: 1 Queen Bed per room and 2 Shared Bathrooms for the 4 Rooms
  • Cowboy Quarters: 2 Queen Beds or 4 Twin Bunk Beds, all with Private Bathroom

Located on the Ranch at 270 H Burge Road, Poplarville, MS 39470

    NOTICE: We DO NOT OFFER REFUNDS on any of our services (Clinics, Retreats, Private Retreats, Academy/Internship/Volunteer Programs, or Horse Training), however we will allow you apply a credit towards future dates for the previously mentioned events if given a 30 DAYS NOTICE prior to the event date. This allows us to have time to fill that available spot or date.
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    Includes 1 Month Of Training and 1 Participant Spot At A Retreat With 1 Horse

    After purchase, we will reach out to you via email to book your desired Month you'd like to send your horse as well as the Retreat date and room

    Introducing our All-Inclusive Retreat & Horse Training Combo!

    Supercharge your horse's skills with our dynamic 30-day training program, specially designed to align with your equine companion's unique needs. The magic begins as your horse starts training well in advance of a retreat at our picturesque Southern Mississippi ranch.

    PRE-RETREAT TRAINING PERKS:

    🚀 Accelerated Progress: Jumpstart your horse's journey with 30 days or more of expert training by Michael Gascon and his team.
    🎓 Customized Curriculum: Tailored training plan covering walk, trot, canter, obstacle mastery, desensitizing, and targeted behavior correction.
    🌟 Behavioral Solutions: Address specific issues, from loading problems to advanced riding skills.
    📈 Regular Updates: Stay informed with regular progress reports and recommendations.


    RETREAT HIGHLIGHTS:

    5-Day Immersive Experience: Immerse yourself in our retreat tailored to showcase your horse's newfound skills.
    🏞️ Comfortable Lodging: Choose from cozy cabins, cowboy quarters, or a Western-style hotel for your retreat stay**
    🤠 Ride Your Trained Horse: Revel in the joy of riding your horse during the retreat, experiencing the fruits of the recent training firsthand.
    🤯 Deep Dive with Michael: Gain exclusive insights from Michael Gascon himself on your horse's training journey.
    📚 Educational Sessions: Enhance your horsemanship skills with insightful sessions on safety, horse communication, and more.


    WORLD-CLASS HORSE CARE:

    🌿 Balanced Diet: Our full-time nutritionist ensures your horse receives a balanced diet with regular feeding times.
    🛏️ Comfortable Stalls: Stalls are cleaned daily, providing your horse a cozy retreat.
    ☀️ Regular Turnout: Your horse enjoys safe and spacious paddocks for play, relaxation, and natural behaviors.
    👨‍⚕️ Essential Services: Access farrier, chiropractic, and dental care services for your horse's overall well-being.

    Secure yours and your horse's spot in this transformative journey. Witness the remarkable progress as you ride your newly trained horse at the retreat—creating memories that last a lifetime. Reserve your place now and embark on a journey of connection, learning, and unparalleled equine companionship!

    What Are The Different Retreat Types?
    • 1st-Time Horse Owners: Handling / Grooming / Riding Safely / Nutrition
    • Confidence Retreats: Walk / Trot / Optional Cantering In Games / Recovering Confidence
    • Intermediate Retreats: Walk / Trot / Some Cantering
    • Advanced Boot Camp Retreats*: Walk / Trot / Canter / More Advanced Work* 
    • Cattle Challenge Retreats*: For the more Advanced Rider that takes horsey games and cattle SERIOUSLY / Cutting / Reining / Roping / Cantering *
    • Gaited Retreats: Additional Classes Focusing On Gait Work / Correction / Refinement

    (*Must have attended a past retreat or been through our Horse Help Course program)

    **Accommodations: 

    • Cabins: 1 Queen bed and Private Bathrooms
    • Hotel Rooms: 1 Queen Bed per room and 2 Shared Bathrooms for the 4 Rooms
    • Cowboy Quarters: 2 Queen Beds or 4 Twin Bunk Beds, all with Private Bathroom

    Located on the Ranch at 270 H Burge Road, Poplarville, MS 39470

      NOTICE: We DO NOT OFFER REFUNDS on any of our services (Clinics, Retreats, Private Retreats, Academy/Internship/Volunteer Programs, or Horse Training), however we will allow you apply a credit towards future dates for the previously mentioned events if given a 30 DAYS NOTICE prior to the event date. This allows us to have time to fill that available spot or date.

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      Tracy Gagne

      I’m still riding the high of what can only be described as a truly life-changing experience. I went in expecting a traditional clinic—some instruction, a bit of riding, a few new tools to take home. What I got was a five-day immersive experience that completely transformed the way I think about horsemanship.

      Michael Gascon was our main instructor, and let me just say—he is truly an unexpected personality in the horse world. With all of his accomplishments and accolades, he teaches with an incredible mix of humility, humor, and heart. He makes the learning fun, approachable, and real. No ego, no intimidation—just someone who genuinely wants you to win with your horse.

      The lessons were presented in the most straightforward, easy-to-understand way No fluff, no complicated jargon—just real, effective methods that anyone can understand and apply. And while the concepts were simple, the impact was anything but. The techniques I learned are going to forever change how I communicate with and redirect my horse.

      I didn’t bring my own horse this time, but that didn’t take away from the experience one bit. The Gascon horses are amazing—well-trained, professional-level show horses that can do anything you ask of them. Working with these horses gave me a chance to focus fully on learning, building my confidence, and really locking in the techniques. But make no mistake—next time, my horse is coming with me!

      Another standout was the diversity of riders. We had dressage riders, trail riders, eventers, new riders, and folks who brought their “problem horses” looking for breakthroughs. It didn’t matter your background or experience—everyone was welcomed, supported, and grew in their own way.

      And we played games!! But not just for fun. These were high-energy, carefully designed exercises that challenged us to communicate clearly, lead with purpose, and stay present. What seemed playful on the outside turned out to be some of the most impactful horsemanship lessons I’ve ever experienced.

      The accommodations were cozy, the food was absolutely delicious (all home-cooked!), and the Gascon family? They welcome you like one of their own. I left with a new perspective, new skills, and a serious craving to go back again.

      If you’re looking to grow—not just as a horseperson, but as a leader and partner to your horse—this is the place!

      ~ Tracy Gagne from MA

      Wow, what an incredible experience and amazing review, thank you! We love that the Horse Retreat exceeded your expectations and it had such a deep impact on your horsemanship. We love what we do! Can't wait to hear how it all shapes your future work with your horse!

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      Lisa Victoria
      Horse and Human help!!!

      I brought my horse—a full-blown fire-breathing dragon—to Michael Gascon for 60 days of training. At the end of it, I attended a weeklong clinic. I expected the usual: “Here’s your horse, we fixed the issues, good luck.” But what I got was absolutely life-changing.

      My dragon turned into Puff the Magic Dragon.

      The week wasn’t just about training my horse—it was about fixing me. Because, as it turns out, my horse was never the problem. I simply didn’t speak horse. Michael taught me how to speak horse—with a kind and gentle hand and heart. The entire atmosphere was overflowing with love, support, encouragement… and laughter.

      Before MG, I was terrified to even get on my horse. After just two days, I was riding along relaxed, confident, and enjoying every second. Michael helped me work through my fears—tears and all—and his entire family was right there cheering me and my dragon on.

      I learned to speak to my horse not just with my seat, hands, and legs—but with my heart.

      Kelsey Gascon cheered me on daily, and Mr. Gascon himself was so soft-spoken and kind, I can only describe him as the horse world’s version of a loving father or grandfather.

      This experience has forever changed me. If you truly want to learn to communicate with your horse—and be surrounded by love, kindness, and the most uplifting atmosphere imaginable—this is the place and these are the people for you.

      Oh—and where else on Earth do all the desserts have no calories?

      This sounds like a life-changing transformation for both you and your horse from the Horse Training you recieved! It’s amazing how Michael and his family not only helped you work through your fears but also taught you how to truly connect with your horse on a deeper level. The support and love you describe make it sound like a life-changing experience. And hey, who can resist a place where even the desserts are guilt-free!

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      Carla Hart
      Gascon Horsemanship is the Best!

      I will continue to take my horses to Michael for training. He is so sound, and logical. He is all about safety, enjoyment, and the horse understanding what you want from them.

      Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad you've found our training program helpful and informative. We hope to see you again soon!

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      Bonnie
      Training for two

      We are so happy with the weekly reports we are getting on Bishop and Patrick. So happy that we decided to take the plunge and haul them over 10 hours to get the best training possible for them. Miss them lots but sure they are learning to be the best horse/mule they can be.

      Thank you for your kind words! We are so happy to hear that our training is providing such great results - we feel lucky to have been able to provide the best possible care for Bishop and Patrick.