You love your off-track thoroughbred (OTTB), and you want to see them thriving with you.
But you've noticed tension patterns and behaviors from their past that affect their ability to thrive in their future with you.
These behaviors might look like:
Reacting, spooking and bolting on the ground and under the saddle.
Fussy with the bit, brace against the contact and general difficulty controlling.
Poor body condition, difficulty building topline and gaining weight
Anxiety behaviors such as pawing, weaving, head bobbing, ear pinning, and food aggression.
If any of this sounds familiar, you’re not alone.
These are not training problems; these behaviors are the product of past training experiences and require a unique approach.
Why OTTBs Need a Different Approach
Most training programs focus on general groundwork, obedience, or desensitization—but OTTBs come with unique mental, emotional, and physical patterns that require a different approach.
Rebalance
The OTTB nervous system has been conditioned for racing. They don’t just need to “calm down”—they need to retrain how they process stress.
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Rebalancing from the inside-out—Beyond desensitization, learn how to help your horse truly relax and reset.​
Restart
OTTB movement patterns are built for speed, not balance. Many OTTBs struggle with body awareness with poor posture and topline development. Develop healthy biomechanics on the ground and with rider for self carriage, balance and topline development.
Retrain
Discover a harmonious, low-stress retraining experience. Develop soft contact with self carriage and relaxed connection. You and your OTTB partner will be ready to pursue your equine dreams together.
It's time to release these old behaviors holding your OTTB back from living their happiest, healthiest life with you.
Here are 3 Ways to Start your Journey
Learn how to help your horse transition from the track, leaving old tensions and behavioral patterns behind to embrace a new way of thinking and being to THRIVE in their new lifestyle and partnership with you.
2. Explore our Free Resources Page
We believe in empowerment which is why we have a free resources page! Follow our Instagram, Facebook and YouTube for OTTB tips, tricks, and transformations.
Our blog articles deep dive into common OTTB challenges with practical tips how to address them.
It's all FREE!
3. Register for the Restart Program
Discover a step-by-step program to help you rebalance, restart, and retrain your OTTB. You will gain the tools and knowledge you need to restart from the ground up.
This is more than just an online course, this is an opportunity to create deep safety, connection and growth with your horse.
Success Stories from OTTB Owners like You
Hannah J., IL
I've seen Aurora's methods work successfully with many different horses of various backgrounds; from the off-the-track thoroughbred to the neglected broodmare rescued from the slaughter pipeline, Aurora's method sets a foundation for horse and rider to continue their training in the discipline of their choice.
Jen M., CO
Before the Restart program, I was on the verge of retiring my OTTB. He was bucking under saddle, struggling with sleep deprivation, and seemed constantly anxious and unsettled, which only skyrocketed my own anxiety.
Since then, I’ve witnessed an incredible transformation. Lux is now a far more relaxed and happy horse, and I’ve become a more confident and calm partner as a result.
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Abby N., CO
Before working with Aurora Equine, my horse was bracing and tense, showing little interest and feeling closed off. Our connection felt one-sided—I loved her, but she seemed disengaged.
After working with Aurora Equine, everything changed. I now feel amazing about our progress and the bond we’ve built. She’s blossomed, and her character has grown in incredible ways.
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Is the Restart Program Right for you?​
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✅ You have an OTTB and want to help them transition smoothly from track life.
✅ You feel frustrated with other training methods that don’t seem to work.
✅ You want to build a calm, connected partnership with your horse, not just “fix behaviors.”
✅ You’re looking for a clear, step-by-step plan designed specifically for OTTBs.
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If you nodded "YES" to any of these,
the OTTB Restart Program
is exactly what you need.
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"Aurora has a unique gift for creating a safe space for both horse and owner. Through her intuition and experience, she listens deeply and teaches valuable skills like self-regulation, advocacy, and being present.
She empowers horses and their owners to make meaningful changes, allowing the horse to thrive in a relaxed and content state. Aurora is truly AMAZING!"
- Jen M. and OTTB "Lux"
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