Clinics
Spring Tune-Up Prerequisites: None
A one day clinic consisting of two different focus points; ground work and riding.
The morning will be devoted to getting respect and response on the ground. We will cover leading; backing our horse up and having it stand still; disengaging the hindquarters to get our horse "faced up"; lunging techniques that improve our horse's attention and personal responsibility; bridle work to get the reins connected to our horse's body parts (hip disengagement, placement of head, shoulder control); and having our horse stand still while being mounted.
In the afternoon we will continue, in the saddle, the principles of the morning session starting with safe mounting. Now disengagement of the hip will be used to slow and even stop our horse's forward movement. Various exercises will teach our horse to lower its head and follow its nose to promote calm and improve steering. All of these techniques are designed to give the rider ways to channel the energies of their frisky, anxious partner into positive activities that help keep the rider safe and in control while improving their horses performance.
Schedule: Check-in 8:30am, Morning Session 9am-12:30pm, Afternoon Session 1:30-5pm
Cost is $175. Audit is $45. A nonrefundable deposit of $85 is due with registration to hold your place in the clinic. The remainder is due the day of the clinic at check-in.
Equipment you will need:
Morning session
Sturdy halter (prefer rope if you have it) and a stout/heavy lead line of 12-15ft. or you could use a heavy lunge line
Stick and string or lunge whip
Sturdy bridle that you and your horse are comfortable with (if you are comfortable with a snaffle, that would be preferred)
Afternoon session
Good fitting, well maintained saddle
Sturdy bridle that you and your horse are comfortable with (if you are comfortable with a snaffle, that would be preferred)
Always use the equipment that you are most comfortable with for your own safety
There will be a rain-check date if the clinic is postponed due to weather.
Registration Contract
Release of Liability
Emergency Information
Trail Riding Clinic
Prerequisites: None
A one day clinic to get you and your horse working as a team out on the trail.
Using various obstacles we will build your team's confidence and improve your horse's emotional control. You'll find solutions for jigging, spooking, buddy sour, aggression and other unwanted trail behaviors.
Trailer loading is a major obstacle! You'll get a step-by-step, safe method for loading your horse that will make both you and your horse happy and get you to your destination on time.
We will top off the day with some time outside of the arena. This will be a fun ride in a safe area that allows us to play some games and practice the techniques we have learned.
Schedule: Check-in 8:30am, Morning Session 9am-12:30pm, Afternoon Session 1:30-5pm
Cost is $175. Audit is $45. A nonrefundable deposit of $85 is due with registration to hold your place in the clinic. The remainder is due the day of the clinic at check-in.
Equipment you will need:
Good fitting, well maintained saddle
Sturdy bridle that you and your horse are comfortable with (if you are comfortable with a snaffle, that would be preferred)
Always use the equipment that you are most comfortable with for your own safety
There will be a rain-check date if the clinic is postponed due to weather.
Registration Contract
Liability Release
Emergency Information
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