Centaur Action Mentor
I help overthinkers get themselves and others to follow through.
You don't need more knowledge, pressure,
rewards, or consequences.
If you're thoughtful and capable,
and still not getting follow through,
the problem isn't effort.
It's connection.
Connection is what turns intention into action.
And action is what creates cooperation.
Leadership, Coregulation, & Mastery
Lead Better.
Live Deeper.
Move Beautifully.
-Lead corporate teams
-Taught students of all ages
-Raised a cohesive family of six
-Trained multiple horses through the levels
-Helped individuals turn conflict into cooperation
About
Christen Schweizer
I'm known as the Centaur Action Mentor, because I help overthinkers get themselves and others to follow through - by turning connection into action.
I know this works because I've applied it for decades as a corporate director, parent of four, and riding instructor - where cooperation matters every day.
People go from overthinking leaders who struggle with:
-conflict
-lack of action
-promises
-new "systems"
and we all know what to do but the theories don't work on others.
If only they would listen to us.
I have helped others replace conflict with cooperation:
in teams achieving goals, departments working together, horses putting in huge efforts, and students going from shaking thinking about getting on a horse to enjoying riding with confidence.
If you're here for workplace conflict:
I help professionals turn resistance into cooperation.
If you're here for parenting:
I help parents become leaders their kids actually listen to.
If you're here for horses:
I train riders and horses for willing, powerful cooperation.
Start here:
Buy the book
Then go deeper:
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Work with me:
Take lessons
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Links below.
Want to be heard?
Let's chat.
Book a Zoom call to discuss and apply my favorite and most helpful concepts and tools to foster cooperation: horsemanship, Adlerian psychology, and skill mastery.
The Christen Schweizer Wayfinder
The world's foremost newsletter transforming Centaurs through relationship insights, personal mastery, coregulation mentorship, and practical horsemanship application.
Horsemanship Lessons
Calling Bird Farm riding and horsemanship program. We focus on the seat with longe lessons and help the horse with Straightness Training.
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Testimonials
What They Say
You don't have to take my word for it...
I can speak to the adult who has always wanted to learn to ride or has taken a break and wants to pick it up again. My riding experience was limited when I came to CBF. I was nervous around horses, had never tacked up a horse and was afraid to canter. My primary goal was to gain confidence - CBF has done this for me.
Christen’s teaching style is gentle and informative - she works on foundational skills and builds from there all while teaching about horses and riding. I have learned so much - I have a better appreciation for horses and how best to ride and treat them.
The CBF environment is nurturing and supportive - it’s a great community! Today, while still a novice, I now feel confident around horses, tack them up (I even own two saddles!), and canter. I have much more to learn but I’m excited that I’ve found a place that is supportive and fun and caters to all ages. I highly recommend CBF!
Julie Williams
We’ve been with Calling Bird Farms for a few years now and absolutely love it.
Both myself and my son take lessons (private, group, and summer horse camp) and have learned so much.
Christen’s patience seems endless and her love of teaching - both riding and horsemanship - are evident each lesson.
Each lesson is tailored to the student’s particular goals and she really appreciates everyone’s comfort level and continues to make lessons fun, informative, and challenging.
We cannot recommend Christen enough!
Janelle Wittenberg
We have been at Calling Bird Farm a little over 2 years now.
We started with my oldest daughter first who always had an interest in riding. We now have 3 kids taking lessons with Ms. Christen.
It is a true one on one experience and the girls love every minute they spend learning and bonding! It's not just riding, it is also learning what it takes to be a horse owner.
My oldest has started schooling shows with Calling Bird Farm.
Ms. Christen is genuine and the passion the students and coach have for the horse unites them!
It's rewarding seeing them move up and learn new skills.
I can't say enough good things about this place and I will always recommend it to others.
Azra Kulasic
If you are considering this camp for your child, I want you to know that we (parent & child) HIGHLY recommend it. Riley has done numerous camps of all kinds as well as horse camps at 3 other barns and this is by far, the most fun she's ever had. Ms. Christen created memories for her that she will never forget. If your child already takes lessons from Ms. Christen, then you know that she really cares about her students and goes above and beyond to give everyone the best experience possible. This camp was no different....she blew us away. Definitely 5 stars and 2 thumbs up....well worth the money!
THE.BEST.CAMP.EVER!!!!!!
Laura Richer
We love Calling Bird Farm! Christen has been incredible with our son. Before starting lessons, he was eager to learn how to ride but was too scared to even get on a horse. He had so many fears to overcome, but Christen has been the most patient and understanding teacher, allowing him to progress at his own pace while supporting him through any setbacks.
In the two years he's been riding, I've watched his confidence grow, and he often talks about how proud he is of his accomplishments. He looks forward to every lesson and is always excited to keep learning and riding at Calling Bird Farm.
Sandra Flees
Our daughter is thriving at CBF. Having only started riding six months ago, we have enjoyed witnessing her confidence increase every week.
Christen's passion for horsemanship and training shines through as she motivates our daughter to push herself and grow as a rider.
The group events are excellent opportunities for the children to bond, and the summer camps were the best part of our summer! We are thrilled to be part of the CBF community.
Stephanie Locke
My name is Stacey Lake and I found CBF and Christen 2 years ago thanks to my friend Azra. I was Christen's oldest student but recruited a couple other older ladies so now I'm not. I was looking for more saddle time and loved her longeing style and bareback lessons. I grew up riding but hadn't ridden for 30 years.
Christen's unique horse-first philosophy has helped me to become a much stronger overall equestrian. She teaches love for horses and educates constantly. She always is patient and never gets upset or worried.
She also is supportive of our goals - even if they differ from her program. She just wants you to be successful in whatever aspect you want to pursue and firmly believes life is too short to not love what you do.
Stacey Lake
My daughter had a little experience with other barns and instructors before we found Christen at Calling Bird Farm. Other places would just have her get on the horse and start riding. She never learned any basic skills, or safety skills like emergency dismounting. Calling Bird Farm is such a wonderful program!
My daughter has been riding with Christen for 2 years. Christen has been crucial on building the foundation of horse back riding for my daughter, who continues to grow and learn with Christen's teachings. Not only does she teach riding skills, she also teaches what it takes to own and care for horses in a group setting, which fosters friendships and collaboration with other riders.
We all love Christen and we're so glad we found her! We highly recommend Calling Bird Farm!
Sarah Ilg
Our children have been horse riding for more than 3 years and for the past 1.5 years they have been taking lessons at Calling Bird Farm with Mrs. Christen. Our experience at Calling Bird Farm has been truly amazing! Mrs. Christen is a talented trainer, who helps her students feel comfortable with the horses, who teaches them how to be attuned to the horse and understand the animal language and behavior. During her lessons she strives to inspire and challenge her students to perfect their skills. She also puts a strong emphasis on teaching safety rules while riding and learning how to fall correctly. Mrs. Christen also teach them about the importance of not being afraid to make mistakes as they move toward their riding goals.
Mrs. Christen is an extremely organized, professional trainer with an impeccable work ethic, who always keeps open communication about students' progress, skills they have achieved, and are still working on achieving. She is a wonderful person and we are so lucky to have found her! Our children love taking lessons with her and nothing beats seeing their wide beaming smiles at the end of every lesson!
R.K.
Office:
17209 Chesterfield Airport Road Suite 103
Chesterfield, MO 63005
Call
+1 (857) 340-5294
Site: www.christenschweizer.com
