A lifelong pursuit of understanding horses
Functional Horse Training was founded by Thirza Hendriks from a desire to understand horses more deeply: how they are built, how they move, how they perceive and adapt to their environment, and how our breeding, management and training influence them.
Bringing together equine movement science, practical horsemanship and a commitment to continued learning, her work connects scientific understanding with the realities of working with individual horses.
Learn with Thirza
For horse owners · Trainers · Therapists · Equine professionals
Online education exploring the horse inside out through movement science, assessment and training.
Functional Horse Academy
Deepen your understanding through live lessons, webinars, lectures and in-person courses.
Live Courses
& Events
Undertake professional learning opportunities through dissections or lectures.