About the HMI School
School Summary
The Hoofing Marvellous International School of Horse & Hoof Care (HMIS) teaches owners and professionals throughout the world to practise naturally balanced barefoot horse and hoof care.
We provide courses to train barefoot specialists, and short workshops for owners and industry professionals wishing to learn more about the barefoot horse lifestyle.
Our courses are delivered online with many courses offering additional in-person training camps and workshops.
The school teaching staff are expert instructors who are qualified and experienced barefoot professionals, and have been teaching horse and hoof care throughout Europe for many years. The teaching staff are backed up by our admin, offering student support throughout their time in the school.
Our Ethos
We know that keeping horses sound, healthy and barefoot is far more than a trim or a ‘method’. Barefoot success can only be achieved with a thorough understanding of how and why to implement a species-specific diet and management regime, complimenting the balanced trim based on nature’s own hoof.Our Mission
To bring naturally balanced horse and hoof care to a global audience of horse owners. We are driven to inspire and educate, providing unparalleled value in our courses. We train individuals to help keep horses sound and barefoot, and to be strong role models, which will make a vast difference to the domestic equine world for years to come, leaving a legacy forever.
Our Vision
A world where equines in the domestic setting are treated and cared for naturally, barefoot and as species-specific as possible. Allowing horses and humans to exist in a world that is mutually beneficial to both, without compromising the welfare of the horse. We want all future horse owners everywhere to master the art of keeping horses sound, healthy and naturally balanced barefoot.
Time and money well spent!
"I attended a 3 day workshop last spring knowing very little about hoofs and hoof care, it was gap in my knowledge and I wanted to know enough to know if something wasn’t right. The course taught me so much more, I came away with enough confidence to keep on top of horses hoofs in between trims, how to prevent problems and how to keep my horse happy and healthy. It’s time and money well spent for any horse owner. It was eye opening and mind broadening."
A real game changer!
"I attended the HM 3 Day Workshop and it was a real game changer for me. It was packed with information and practical teaching for whole horse and hoof care and really helped me to stick to my beliefs and continue on the barefoot path. I now manage my own horse's hoof care, however the HMIS team are great with support and advice when needed, and I am now part of a network of like-minded people supporting each other, it really is great! Thank you HMIS!"
Time and money well spent!
"I attended a 3 day workshop last spring knowing very little about hoofs and hoof care, it was gap in my knowledge and I wanted to know enough to know if something wasn’t right. The course taught me so much more, I came away with enough confidence to keep on top of horses hoofs in between trims, how to prevent problems and how to keep my horse happy and healthy. It’s time and money well spent for any horse owner. It was eye opening and mind broadening."
Taught with passion!
"Although I've been a horse owner for most of my life, had undergone a 2 year trimming mentorship and was regularly trimming... I still learnt so much during these 3 days. A simple common sense approach to whole horse health taught with enthusiasm and passion. I've since become a HM student on their 2 year professional course and am astounded by the depth of knowledge. Every horse owner should attend this 3 day workshop... It will change your horses life for the better."
A real game changer!
"I attended the HM 3 Day Workshop and it was a real game changer for me. It was packed with information and practical teaching for whole horse and hoof care and really helped me to stick to my beliefs and continue on the barefoot path. I now manage my own horse's hoof care, however the HMIS team are great with support and advice when needed, and I am now part of a network of like-minded people supporting each other, it really is great! Thank you HMIS!"
Experience & Values
- We ensure that HMB Pros are fully rounded barefoot specialists who are able to consult with owners and other professionals not just regards trimming but also on the correct species-specific diet and management. Becoming successfully barefoot is far more than a trim or a ‘method’.
- The HMI School Instructors have been in the barefoot world for over 30 years combined and therefore offer a wealth of equine experience, not just in hoof care, but also in horsemanship, diet and management.
- We do not advocate nor teach any form of shoeing as we feel to become a true barefoot specialist you need to fully understand and embrace the benefits of nature’s hoof. Once you have experienced this, you will know that no shoe can ever be defined as ‘helpful’.
- We are an international school and as such you will be part of a global community, sharing case-studies from around the world.