“I first found out about Jerry when my husband Roy and I [on our honeymoon] witnessed him demonstrating at Bishop Mule Days in California. We were very fascinated by his quick ability to get positive results with problem mules and donkeys brought to him by strangers. Jerry has an outstanding ability to communicate with people and their animals. His demos became the highlight of our visit to Bishop!Personally, I have found Jerry to be the best communicator of all the trainers I have taken clinics under. He often works overtime to help anyone who is struggling or having problems. Safety of both animal and participant is his first concern and he won’t push either beyond what they are capable of. His approach to training and teaching dwells on a lot of common sense, something that we often overlook! His patience is infinite and he has a genuine concern for everyone involved in his clinics, and he has a great sense of humor! Jerry has given Roy and me some great tools in working with our mules. I only wish I had known of Jerry sooner! We look forward to his visit to Alberta! I love riding in his clinics.”

“I had my 34th ride today on Cody and he is starting to feel very solid. He is coming along really good in doing walk, flat walk, and foxtrot transitions. He is great on my obstacle course and is doing the rope gate as a pro. I tried cantering today and got a couple steps, but could not keep it up so we will continue to work on that. We have got in to a good routine and I am riding him 4 days a week – 3 days in the arena and 1 day down the drive way and up some neighbors driveways. Thanks again for transforming him to a nice horse with lots of potential.”

“Jerry, your experience with mules and horses is amazing, but your ability to teach and retrain the humans is one of your real strengths. I came away realizing that I have a wonderful animal, and that any negative quirks were being brought on by my lack of ability. You gave me tools and additional knowledge to solve the problems that existed. I now feel that I can do it, and that if a problem arises, it is such a great feeling to know that I can reach out to you and you will fix “me” !”

“Thank you for sponsoring the Jerry Tindell clinics. I have gone to 7 of his clinics so far in Alberta and 4 in California. This man by far surpasses any clinician I have ever been to. I have been raising and training mules and donkeys for about 25 years, learning everything the hard way, until I started Jerry’s clinics. Keep up the good work with a special thanks to Marlene for all her hard work to make this possible.”

“I wanted to thank the Alberta Donkey & Mule Club for organizing the Tindell clinics. I recently attended the Forestburg Colt Starting Clinic. I was skeptical at first as I have taken several other clinics and the benefits were marginal, but I was told from several folks I respect to take one of Jerry’s clinics. I am happy to say that I got more out of those 4 days than I could ever have hoped to attain. I look forward already to booking one or two more clinics for next year.”

“Jerry, Thanks again for your help. I ‘ve attached a photo of Hotrod. He’s a red roan, but I body clipped him and he’s white for a while. He’s a real clean 14 hand jack. A Hawkeye son. I’ll try to get a clinic for you.”

“Great response from horses and participants in Jerry’s clinic in Olds. Tons of great changes in 4 leggeds as well as humans! As usual Jerry was great with both, and everyone got to benefit from his incredible skills as a horse mule man, teacher, communicator and demonstrator. He makes learning fun and the skills achievable . Everyone made some good ground with their stock, and had fun in the process. We are looking at bringing him back for two trips to Alberta next year. As soon as we get a response from Immigration about a multi entry work permit, we will let you know. I hope you are enjoying a nice long weekend for Memorial Day. Please pass on the message to Jerry and thank him from all participants and auditors. I hope he had fun at Mule Days.”

“Dear Jerry, Just wanted to thank you for the incredible experience Salsa and I had at your Eagle Hill Clinic held on May 16, 17, 18 and 19, 2013. We took our first clinic with you last year and have not looked back since. Salsa is becoming a happy horse (most of the time). Salsa and I still have a long way to go but with your help I am convinced we will get there. Once more thank you so much for being a caring person and teaching us how to handle our stock may it be horse, mule or donkey. Thank you so much”

“I can honestly say that without Jerry Tindell’s dedication, determination and education I wouldn’t have the dependable and enjoyable horse that I have today. After adopting a BLM mustang (a very cute appaloosa mare, Mustang Sally) I was looking for solid, competent guidance and found it at my first Jerry Tindell clinic. He covered basic groundwork, to include getting the head down, backing up, moving the shoulders over and hindquarter control. Quickly he taught me the mechanics of groundwork and how it is the foundation for establishing a connection with my horse. What we learn on the ground he said, will carry over to what we will do under saddle. Subsequent Tindell clinics took my horse Sally and I through a progression of riding skills, each one building on the previous lesson. It’s been four years now under the knowledgeable guidance of Jerry Tindell and Sally and I have come a long way. Of course my education under Jerry is on-going because there is always more to learn from this amazing man and his gentle and patient way with horses and humans. Training under Jerry allows me to experience consistent, safe and reliable rides every single time.”

“Jerry would answer any question I asked as if it was the most important thing in the world. I’ve been to five of Jerry’s clinics and have always come away with a wealth of knowledge and a clearer understanding of how to get my animals to respond better. Even in Bishop, California, as just someone hanging over the fence, Jerry would answer any question I asked as if it was the most important thing in the world. I find my training methods, using Jerry’s way of doing things, makes things go smoother and with much faster results than my old ways of training. I’ve been breaking horses and mules for 40 years but the last 5 years, with a bunch of help from Jerry, have by far surpassed the previous 35 years. With all his knowledge and skill, Jerry always comes across as a regular Joe, no more important than anyone else. This I think is the key to his success. I’ve been to many clinics and always the clinician seems to let you know that he’s a bit better than those he is trying to teach. Jerry is the very first instructor to telephone me after a clinic and ask me what I thought and if I got what I came for. I am heading to Bishop in the spring am looking forward to meeting with him again. Thanks Jerry for making this all possible.”

“Dear Jerry, I love riding in your clinics! I know that when I participate in one of your clinics I will be immersed in “horse” and surrounded by people that are just as enthusiastic and eager to learn as I am. Thank you for caring about us and our horses. Thank you for teaching us safe, effective strategies to communicate with our horses. Thank you for encouraging us to strive for excellence instead of settling for mediocrity. I appreciate the way you encourage us to expect more of ourselves: to accept the challenge, reward the “try” and appreciate and celebrate the growth and improvement instead of worrying about what we still can’t do. Jerry, I always learn so much at your clinics, not only about my horses, but also about myself. As soon as one clinic is over I start looking forward to the next. As I drive away my mind is filled with lesson plans for each horse and once again I am inspired to reach for that next level. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experience with us.”

“Dear Jerry, I want to thank you for the Gaited Horse and Mule Clinic which I attended last weekend in Wilton. This was my first big clinic with my RMH, Jackson, and we both learned a lot. Jerry’s extensive and broad experience with and understanding of horses is the foundation for his teaching the horse and the human, who is mostly the one who needs the lessons. Since I am a teacher and teacher of teachers, I appreciated his keen observations (it’s the little things that count), gentle corrections and the generosity of spirit with which he approaches his work. The clinic moved from basic understanding of how horses move to helping us, as riders and leaders, improve our ability to see and feel the horse’s movement on the ground and under saddle to improve our gaiting skills. Moreover, I returned home from the clinic with clear ideas about how to continue to improve and help my horse gait. I’ll be back.”

“Jerry Tindell has spent years working with my mule and I, teaching both of us how to partner in riding. He amazingly remembers where we left off at the last lesson and picks right back up with a new challenge. I tend to over-intellectualize the process, and Jerry simplifies it to intent and effect. My mule is a willful creature, who requires me to be quite alert to his signals. Sometimes he is too quick for me, but with Jerry’s help I have learned to be more present and aware. Jerry presents the principles of working safely with stock, and has a keen eye for body language both in the equine and the rider. I always come away with things to ponder and exercises to practice, and feel fortunate that JT has been my mentor throughout my mule riding years.”

“My “Bucket List” mule and I were getting along splendidly until I sustained a major injury (unrelated to her) when she was four. The next 18 months she was turned out with our other three mules living the good life. Shortly after beginning to work with her again she became very difficult and proceeded with one vice after another. Our relationship was on the brink of disaster and we needed professional help. Someone I could trust to treat Katie fairly, use Natural Horsemanship methods, and be patient and kind, yet firm. We had attended a Colt Starting Clinic with Jerry Tindell when Katie was three and I knew he was our answer. Jerry put us both back on track. He helped me improve my horsemanship skills and Katie came home a willing, responsive little mule with a renewed work ethic. Jerry has the natural ability to read, communicate and redirect equine behavior. Most importantly Jerry cares-about our equines and about us. He stresses safety and the importance of good horsemanship. His unending patience and willingness to help us achieve our goals is amazing. Thank you Jerry!”

“For two years I had Jerry take my horse, Lil Bit of Color, and ride her on the 10 day camping trip in the high country. Both years I brought a list of ‘fix its’ and things that needed tuning up. The list of improvements is long – however the following are the most significant and miraculous changes: Regulating her speed on the trail and getting her to stop tail gating (she’s a horse with a ‘big motor’), loading her in a trailer on command – just telling her “load up” – it used to take me 20 minutes to get her in! The biggest correction of all was – About twice a year she used do a sudden and fast 180 when she spooked at an animal hiding in the bushes. The centrifugal force threw me off more than once before I could even realize what happened. Very scary. After her 10 day ride/training with Jerry – she has never done it again and it has now been 3 years!!! I have no idea how he trained her out of it – but it feels like a Miracle to me and gives me peace of mind on the trail!!”

“Dear Jerry, Just wanted to tell you again how much I appreciated getting to ride with you. The fact that you share your incredible experience and knowledge with others so patiently, putting the time in to give our mule ‘Woodrow’ the correct start in life and giving us the help to continue his training. Your help with my two horses Red and Thunder with driving in harness and softness in the circle has made a huge difference with them. Words cannot express how much I appreciate the knowledge you shared with me. I look forward to the next time I get to ride with you. Sincerely,”

“I watched what you were doing in great amazement….”

“Everything Jerry is about is the horse”

“Can’t say enough about this guy ! He had my horse for a month and I brought home a different horse !! He also showed me some of what I was doing incorrectly; I am very grateful.”

“I’m happier than ever with my horse! Thank you Jerry”