In The Middle Are The Horsemen by Tik Maynard

In In the Middle Are the Horsemen, Tik Maynard recounts his transformative journey from a young man at a crossroads to a dedicated equestrian. After suffering a career-ending injury and a painful breakup, Maynard, the son of prominent Canadian equestrians, decides to become a "working student" in the horse industry, trading labor for hands-on experience and mentorship. What began as a one-year adventure turns into a three-year odyssey as Maynard trains under the guidance of world-renowned horse trainers and Olympians, including Anne Kursinski, Johann Hinnemann, and Ian Millar. Through setbacks, personal growth, and moments of triumph, Maynard reflects on the intense, often challenging world of horse training, and how it deepens his understanding of both horses and human nature. His story is one of self-discovery, where his love for horses and commitment to the craft ultimately help him find clarity and purpose in his life.

About the Author

Tik Maynard is a former Modern Pentathlon athlete who competed for Canada, winning national titles and representing his country at the Pan-Am Games, World Cups, and World Championships. After transitioning to a career in equestrian sports, Maynard became an accomplished eventer, competing at the Advanced level and earning recognition for the Canadian National Three-Day Event Team. He has won the Freestyle at the Thoroughbred Makeover twice and recently won the 2024 Road to the Horse World Championship of Colt Starting. Maynard teaches clinics internationally, serves as an online instructor for The Horseman's University and Noelle Floyd Equestrian Masterclass, and is a regular contributor to equestrian media. 

Additional Information

Format: Paperback

Page Count: 392

Illustrations: unillustrated

ISBN: 9781570768323