About Jay

A Results-Based Program for Better Horsemanship

Are you tired of wasting time and money and not getting the results you’re looking for? Do you want a proven, effective, and results-based approach that just works? Then turn to none other than Jay O’Jay for help.

Jay O’Jay is a horsemanship clinician, trainer, author, and entertainer with more than 35 years of cross-discipline experience. He has honed his skills over the years and is still learning and incorporating the latest horsemanship techniques into his program today. Whether you are new to horses or a top level rider, Jay O’Jay’s program offers you the knowledge and understanding so necessary in achieving your goals.

A Results-Based Program for Better Horsemanship

A Solid Foundation is the Answer to Your Success

We believe that with a strong horsemanship foundation, you and your horse will be able to overcome the barriers that prevent you from succeeding in your chosen discipline. Every rider experiences these hurdles, whether they are just starting or competing at a high level. These can include confidence/bravery issues, behavioral problems, or partnership concerns.

With Jay O’Jay, you can work together to overcome these barriers and discover your horse's natural talent. Start enjoying riding your horse once again.

Hang On To Your Hat Don’t Give Up; Jay O’Jay Can Help

If you feel as though you have tried everything with your horse—don’t lose heart; talk with Jay. He has worked with thousands of horses over the years and specializes in diagnosing behavioral issues and implementing effective strategies that work.

Jay has assisted many horse owners and riders who were ready to give up. Now, these people have healthy and successful relationships with their horses. You can too, through his proven methods.

Jay’s Background

With more than 35 years of experience, Jay has acquired a broad spectrum of horse knowledge. This expertise is the result of his personal pursuits, such as backcountry guiding, colt starting, and professional horse training. He has sought out instruction from several renowned trainers and coaches to develop exceptional skills in both groundwork and saddlework.

Jay’s Experience

Through extensive study of equine behavior and by being a student of the horse, Jay formed the foundation of his training methods. He based his program on understanding how horses think and react. Jay has shared his skills with hundreds of aspiring riders and trainers in a variety of ways, including:

As a guest teacher at olds college in central Alberta
As the leader of clinics and demonstrations throughout Western Canada, the Netherlands, Belgium, and Germany
As a media commentator and subject of T.V., radio, newspaper, and magazine features
Through appearances with his horse, nugget, at hospitals, schools, and community events
As a columnist in horse Canada magazine, horses all, pacific and prairie horse journal, and the Canadian horse journal

As a Guest Clinician at Several Events, including:

The Mane Event Horse Expo
The Trainer of the North Challenge (2012)
Lower Mainland Quarter Horse Bazaar (Upcoming)
Petland Exhibitions

Jay has nurtured the natural gift he has for working with and connecting with horses – as well as people. With a personal mission to improve everyone’s relationship and experience with their horse, he shares his respect for horsemanship with enthusiasm, patience, passion, and a lot of fun.