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"Chris & Veronica are great! Top notch hospitality! Chris helped me with more then just shoeing horses & making shoes! There was a lot of life lessons learned and things to work on not just when it comes to shoeing. When it comes to competition mindset is huge and Chris helped me with a lot of using your mind! Highly recommend anyone take the training program! I did it twice in 25 and will probably continue in 26 as well! If you wanna up your game get in the program!"
"The time I spent with the Madrids, and taking part of Chris' program was none other than a remarkable eye opening experience, showing me where I lacked in my forging, how to overcome my failures, and how to push through the suck and keep moving forward. His program showed me what is involved and what it takes to stay at the top of your game. There is no easy way out, and he will show you there is not but also show you how to overcome the suck and build your skills. This program is not for the weak minded or weak hearted it will show you what you are made of. From the early morning workouts to the late nights in the shop. I highly, highly recommend this program to anyone who will push themselves no matter the costs, but don't waste your time if you don't want to learn the hard way; through WORK!! I could go on about this program and how much I appreciate what he has done for all of us, but I will leave that up to you, to contact Chris and hear about it from him. You will not be disappointed."
"Chris and Veronica were wonderful hosts! Chris provides an amazing learning opportunity for anyone looking to take their current skill set to the next level. Chris gave his undivided attention for 12+ hrs a day to our learning. Veronica kept us well fed with her great cooking...I would definitely recommend the program!"
"$2,000 for 2 days? That’s expensive!” That’s what I heard from people when I told them I was going to New Mexico for a 2 day training session. Those 2 days have made me review everything I do in my life. I got a late start into horseshoeing, with that came intense desire to be able to shoe a horse. I built my foundation as quickly as possible just to be able to get to the end product. On day one Chris dismantled that foundation just as swiftly as cleaning the slag off his anvil. I was no where near ready to go under his training but I needed to see how this man lived. Chris’ teaching method is more on the intense side because he truly has passion for this trade. He will push you to your limits so you can eventually go beyond where you are. There’s many more things that I took from my short time at Madrid Forge I just don’t have the space to list them all out. I don’t want to leave out Veronica’s meals. Highly nutritious, delicious and prepared with love. Because of her I’ve taken on the task of baking my own bread and tortilla’s. Not an easy task. I will forever be changed as a man from my time at Madrid Forge."
"I very much appreciate the time and effort Chris dedicated to my getting better. I left with more knowledge and skill than when I arrived. Though it is costly I think it makes it a little more worth while. It forces you to appreciate being in the company of an extremely talented individual and knowing the time you're allotted with Chris is time he has chosen to spend with you and its evident that he wants those hours to be productive and ensure your skills are honed as you leave. I very much appreciate the hospitality I was shown, as well as the patience with me through my struggles in the fire. Overall its and exceptional program built on the principals of learning and growth. I hope to return as soon as I can and would encourage anyone thats interested in refinement and education to consider this course!"