MG Horses — Heart to Heart Horsemanship®

Colt Starting • Dressage • Working Equitation • Sport Horse Development • IEA Team

Marcelo is a fourth-generation Chilean huaso, international clinician, and founder of MG Horses and Heart-to-Heart Horsemanship. He is one of the most recognized advocates for the Chilean Horse in the U.S.

He believes real horsemanship applies to every breed, every sport, and every background. His program adapts to every horse, person, and facility — a simple pasture is enough. You don't need specialized equipment or round pens to develop and keep horses competing at the international level.

MG Horses, London, Ohio
MG Horses is based in London, Ohio, about 20 min from west Columbus. Our focus is colt starting and affordable riding opportunities for youth: we start young horses from the ground up with patience and honest groundwork, and we open the barn to young riders who might not otherwise get the chance to ride, through our lesson string of rescued horses and Mustangs and our IEA team. We also import and develop Chilean Horses. Marcelo is one of the leading advocates for the Chilean Horse in the U.S. today.
Marcelo also trains and teaches at Stromatt Sporthorses in Waynesville, Ohio.

Whether you're taking your very first ride, starting a young horse, or chasing your next competition goal, every program is built around you and your horse. No shame in where you start — we start there together.

Accepting new clients — Training • Lessons • Clinics • Horse Development

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📍 4420 SR 665, London, Ohio 43140 📞 940-284-8310 📸 @marceloguzmanph

Services

Horse & Rider Training — Working Equitation (Intro to Masters), Dressage (basic to advanced), Hunters & Jumpers.

Rider Coaching & Lessons — Private lessons with Marcelo ($100) or Elyce ($75), English and Western, no horse needed.

IEA Team Training — With coach Elyce Yoder. Based in London, Ohio.

Heart to Heart Horsemanship: From Colt Starting to Master Level Horses

At Marcelo Guzman Performance Horses, we start with solid groundwork to build a foundation of trust, respect, and safety. Every horse begins with a clear and patient program designed to transform untouched colts into confident, well-mannered partners on the ground.

From there, we move into a carefully structured under-saddle foundation that blends both English and Western techniques but mainly focus in classical dressage. This approach helps young horses develop rhythm, relaxation, connection, impulsion, straightness, and ultimately collection without losing their natural spirit or temperament towards real life situations.

Marcelo designs a personalized training plan for each horse, focusing on developing their individual talents while gently improving weaker areas. He especially enjoys starting 2 or 3 year old, untouched young horses, giving them a strong beginning that prepares them physically and mentally for success in Working Equitation, Dressage, and Jumping.

Marcelo believes in rewarding willingness before shaping performance. He understands that for a horse to truly reach its full potential, we must train not just the body, but also their minds in order to conquer their heart. True partnership comes from consistency, time, and a rational, progressive plan that respects each horse’s nature.

Reserve your year-round training slot today and save thousands per year by investing in long-term, all-around horsemanship.

Colt Starting

Marcelo starts young horses using natural horsemanship and classical dressage principles to build trust, respect, and clear communication from the ground up. Once a solid foundation is established on the ground, he introduces basic dressage elements to develop balance, rhythm, and softness. From there, he blends in modern western techniques to create a well-rounded, confident colt prepared for any discipline and ready to continue growing into a reliable performance partner.

Training & Showing

Marcelo specializes in preparing horses and riders for success in Working Equitation, from entry-level to the Masters division. With years of international show experience, he offers training and coaching tailored to each horse’s stage of development whether you’re just starting out or aiming to compete at a high level.

We welcome horses with backgrounds in Reining, Cowhorse, Roping, Dressage, or Jumping, helping them transition smoothly into Working Equitation through a balanced, versatile training approach. Marcelo’s program focuses on precision, relaxation, and connection in all trials of working equitation: dressage, ease of handling, speed and cow trial.

Whether you’re looking to refine a seasoned horse or start a new one, Marcelo is here to help you reach your goals in and out of the show pen.

Lesson Program

Riders of all levels Non-Pros and Pros are always welcome!

We offer private lessons on your own horse, or you can choose to ride one of our experienced, Open-level horses. Whether you’re just starting your Working Equitation journey or preparing for the show pen, Marcelo provides personalized instruction to help you and your horse grow with confidence and harmony.