I first met Harry in 1996 and have been an enthusiastic student and supporter of his work ever since. Harry has had a huge influence on my own thinking and approach to working with horses. He has taught me the importance of the concept that a horse’s feelings influence his thinking and what he is thinking is the main determinate in how he progresses.

Harry’s keen eye and sense of what most suits a horse’s needs at any one moment never ceases to impress me. But even more than that he has a knack for helping ordinary horse owners find those skills within themselves. He has the compassion for a horse that all great horse people need, and the compassion for the student that all great teachers need. - Ross Jacobs, Australia

Since 2002, I have traveled seven times from my home in England, especially to ride in Harry’s clinics in Arizona. This is because I have been unable to find in England the quality of Horsemanship that Harry has to offer. Each time that I return, I begin to see a whole new layer of awareness and understanding about the horse’s perspective. While being around Harry, the learning truly never ends, and his patience, awareness and laughter create an ideal learning environment for his students. I have experienced that many teachers teach “their” way of doing something, but Harry teaches us how to find our own way. Harry is committed to enabling us to discover how we can help our horses to feel better about their work, no matter what we are asking of them. This is in regard to whatever background or riding discipline we come from.

I can’t thank Harry enough for the awareness, experiences and knowledge that I have brought back from his clinics and have put into my work training horses in England. – Anna Bonnage, England

When I first met Harry Whitney in 1999, I was in awe of the relationship he had with his own horse. He and his horse looked like one. He was very humble in his teachings and authentic in his word. I knew he was someone I wanted to learn from. He has not only helped me deepen my relationship with my own horses, but has taught me how to be a better person, a better student and a better teacher in this horsemanship journey. I’ve watched Harry work with a broad spectrum of horses and students--from the upper levels of dressage to the brand new beginner just trying to sort it all out--and have seen remarkable changes in both. I’ve seen a lot of clinicians in my lifetime and feel that Harry is one of a kind when it comes to bringing a deeper meaning into our horsemanship. He helps students find their own way, while keeping the best interest of the horse in mind. I’ve never met anyone who can get into a horse’s mind, body and spirit like Harry does, and be able to present this knowledge in a way that builds confidence in his students. He is a master of his art. – Shea Stewart, Texas

I’ve been attending Harry Whitney clinics in Minnesota for the past eight years. Each year Harry has inspired me (about horses and life) in ways that are simple, yet complex, and with an understanding that follows me for the entire year. The summer of 2010 was especially marvelous, as Harry helped me with the first rides on my good black mare. Nothing is more sensational that those first rides, and to have the help, guidance and support of Harry (et al) made it the most memorable clinic ever (so far!). The moon was full every night, the fireflies lit the fields with glitter, there was a torrential storm that blew down my panels, but my mare never left. Tom Moates offered a poetic touch and Harry was in fine form. Really, every clinic has been terrific and Harry has been a solid and honest teacher, always speaking for the horse, and always full of hope that his work will make life better for the horses. Thanks to Harry and our clinic host, Suzy, for all their hard work! – Miriam Tell, Minnesota

Seeing Harry in Arizona has certain advantages. So, why travel some distance to see Harry there? One is that the weather is a lot better than most of the rest of the country at the time of year he’s there. Clinics are not happening in much of the country because of that, so stretching the clinic season by going south is one big thing. The landscape and ranch setting at Harry’s place is absolutely incredible. If that wasn’t enough, it borders a zillion acres of open BLM land to ride around on (literally…out his gate and you’re there)—it’s awesome desert with those classic saguaro cacti. There are RV hookups for folks’ trailers, so that’s an option many might enjoy. – Tom Moates, Virginia