Reset the Mind. Rebuild the Body. Create the Partnership.
Racehorse to Riding Horse - the Off the Track Reboot is an 8-week step-by-step course and training program to help Thoroughbreds and Standardbreds thrive beyond the track.
Racehorses are trained to do a very specific job — and to succeed in their new lives, we must first un-train the racehorse and build the riding horse. This course and program shows you exactly how to do that with confidence and clarity.
Image: Dash, 10 year old Thoroughbred. Had been unsuccessfully re-homed 3 times and had been labelled "dangerous". Watch him transform through the reboot program.
Access the full course for $449 upfront and save — or get started today with a payment plan of $160/month for 3 months.
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You’ll learn how to:
Image: There is no greater feeling that helping a horse become confident and trusting.
The course includes:
This course and program gives you the tools to help your off-the-track horse become a calm, confident, and capable riding partner — guided at a pace that suits the individual horse.
Image: You can access the course materials and community forum from the Calm Willing Confident Horse App that can be downloaded for free from your App Store or Google Play.
Retired racehorses are misunderstood
This course and program is a unique collaboration between Dr Shelley Appleton of Calm Willing Confident Horses, Isabelle Chandler of Fusion Equine Bodywork and a special contribution from veterinarian Dr Jodie Gossage.
Isabelle Chandler
Isabelle Chandler of Fusion Equine Bodywork brings deep industry knowledge from years of working with Thoroughbreds. Specialising in equine bodywork, Isabelle treats performance horses with a focus on the unique physical and emotional needs of racehorses. She is also involved in off-the-track rehoming and is passionate about bridging the gap in understanding that often prevents these horses from thriving in new homes.
Dr Shelley Appleton
Dr Shelley Appleton is the founder of Calm Willing Confident Horses, a published author, experienced coach, and co-host of the Canter Therapy Podcast. With a PhD in Human Learning, Shelley is renowned for her ability to help people understand, train, and problem-solve with horses. Her signature teaching model, the Complete Reboot System, has empowered countless owners to build calm, willing, confident horses through strategic, compassionate training. It is this program that has been specifically adapted and enhanced specifically for off the track horses.
Dr Jodie Gossage
Dr Jodie Gossage is a veterinarian and Standardbred breeder with active involvement in both the racing industry and the rehoming of retired Standardbred horses. We are grateful for her generous contribution to the production of this course.
19 September - 19 December 2026
Give yourself and your off-the-track Thoroughbred or Standardbred some serious momentum by joining Project RACEHORSE Reboot, running from 19 September to 19 December 2026.
This 12-week Intensive takes place within the Racehorse to Riding Horse: Off the Track Reboot Program and brings our community together to work progressively through the reboot process.
Untrain the racehorse. Train the riding horse.
Over 12 weeks, we start by understanding where these horses have come from and how their racing education can continue to influence them. We then work progressively from general handling and groundwork through to rebuilding their foundation under saddle.
You will be supported through:
The 12-week format gives you more time to practise, consolidate and develop good-quality responses without feeling you need to rush through the exercises.
And remember, the schedule provides direction, not a deadline. Your horse's understanding, confidence and quality of performance should determine how quickly you progress.
By the end of Project RACEHORSE Reboot, the aim is to have developed a horse that is increasingly calm, willing and confident, with a stronger foundation for their new life as a riding horse.
Open to off-the-track Thoroughbreds and Standardbreds enrolled in the Racehorse to Riding Horse program.
Already enrolled? You're invited to join us.
Not enrolled yet? Enrol now and get started with the preparatory information before Project RACEHORSE Reboot begins.
Here are all the products that are included in your bundle.
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Help reboot your Thoroughbred or Standardbred for life beyond the track. This course offers insight, structure, and support to rebuild the racehorse into a riding horse—mentally, physically, and emotionally—for a thriving second career.
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Was Dash dangerous or misunderstood? Watch the remarkable transformation of an off-the-track Thoroughbred once labelled difficult, and discover how a structured approach changed him into a calm, willing and reliable riding horse.
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All Courses, Off-the-Track Horses
Giving a racehorse a new beginning? Join Dr Shelley Appleton and Isabelle Chandler for a webinar on selecting, supporting & retraining OTT Thoroughbreds and Standardbreds for long-term success in life after racing.
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Discover New Home Syndrome — the hidden stress response in off-the-track Thoroughbreds & Standardbreds. Learn why it’s mistaken for “bad behaviour” and how to help OTT horses adapt, settle, and thrive in their new lives.
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Discover why many off-the-track horses labelled “keen” are actually anxious and overwhelmed. Learn how stress compounds from the paddock to the saddle, and how changing the interaction can transform rideability, focus, confidence and performance.
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All Courses, Resources for Free, Solve Behaviour
This presentation explores how to identify whether a horse’s issues stem from behaviour or potential soundness problems. Learn key red flags, why trust in your horse is essential, and how a structured training can help reveal underlying issues.
Access the full course for $449.00 upfront and save — or get started today with a payment plan of $160/month for 3 months.
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Important Information to Read
Enrolment includes course lifetime access to material and resources.
Yes. Participants can ask questions and receive guidance, advice, and feedback via the Racehorse Reboot Community Forum. Support is provided by Dr Shelley Appleton and Isabelle. Chandler the creators of the program. Participation in the forum is optional, but support is provided there for those who want it.
Please choose this course carefully and after you have read and accepted the Terms & Conditions that you will be asked to acknowledge on enrolment. This program is not designed to be consumed passively. Access to the course includes not only educational content, but also professional guidance, feedback, community support, and participation in activities and events. It is not fair or reasonable to access the materials and then request a refund simply due to a change of mind. For this reason, refunds are not provided for change of mind. Is any refund available? A refund may be considered only under the following conditions: - The request is made within fifth week of enrolment. - All exercises and activities from Weeks 1–4 have been completed. - Videos of attempts at the all the exercises have been submitted to the forum. - Feedback provided has been acted upon and demonstrated. - By Week 5, the participant has not progressed despite showing evidence they have made all efforts to follow. guidance - The horse has been declared physically sound by an equine veterinarian. If all criteria are met, a partial refund will be issued, minus $160, which represents one month of course access and support. What if my horse has a soundness issue or injury? If a horse soundness issue or injury is identified or occurs , a refund is not applicable. The course lifetime access facilities time for rehabilitation and appropriate progression. Important - By enrolling, you acknowledge that you understand and agree to these terms. Please do not enrol if you do not agree with this policy.
Please email Dr Shelley Appleton [email protected]
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