Drawing on 30 years of experience, International Horseshoeing Hall of Famer Steven Beane explores the holistic approach to farriery and the relationship between the hoof, posture, anatomy, movement and performance. The North Yorkshire, England, farrier shares his observations of equine conformation and posture, and examines how decisions made during trimming and shoe placement can influence the horse as a whole. The presentation considers the potential positive and negative effects of our farriery choices, encouraging us to look beyond the hoof and consider how hoof-care work might affect the horse’s posture, balance, movement and overal function. Ultimately, the question is: When we alter the hoof, are we also altering the horse?


You’ll Learn: Farriery decisions can affect more than just the hoof and why considering the horse’s entire body is important when trimming and shoeing.

2027 International Hoof-Care Summit

     A focused 4-day program     covers dozens of field-tested footcare ideas from successful farriers, equine veterinarians and hoof researchers worldwide. Discover proven tips to improve your work, cut costs, boost efficiency and grow profits — all through the Summit’s unmatched learning opportunities.

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What makes this event unique is its dynamic mix of general sessions, classrooms, roundtables, and global networking with hoof-care professionals. Your 4-day registration also includes access to 3 exclusive sessions at the world’s largest hoof-care products trade show.

  • 16 General Sessions — packed with proven hoof-care strategies from experts like Yogi Sharpe, Nigel Fennell, Blane Chapman, Cody Gregory and more.
  • 32 Face-to-Face Roundtables — interactive peer discussions where attendees bring real-world questions and exchange practical insights.
  • 15 Classrooms — hands-on, presentation-style learning for today’s top hoof-care challenges.
  • NEW Bonus Session! Hoof Mapping Workshop with Stuart Muir
  • Plus, 3 wet labs,  over 9 hours of trade show time, and unlimited networking opportunities with farriers and veterinarians from across the globe.

Learn more, register, and book your hotel at IHCS2027.com.

Educational Partners

Gold Level – Glue-U Adhesives, Zoetis, EasyCare, Platinum Performance, American Farriers Journal
Silver Level – SmartEquine
Bronze Level – Purcell Farrier Supply / MFC Tools, Equine Care, Anvil Brand

Following a successful apprenticeship in 1997, Steven Beane established a thriving practice based in Yorkshire, England. As an Approved Training Farrier employing two apprentices, Steven provides specialized care for horses across diverse disciplines, including eventing, dressage, racing and driving.A world-class craftsman, Steven holds the prestigious Fellowship of the Worshipful Company of Farriers (FWCF) — gained with Distinction in 2018 — and was awarded the Varnam Trophy for achieving the highest practical score in his AWCF exam. Today, he contributes to the highest standards of the profession as both an Official Judge and Examiner for the Worshipful Company of Farriers.