intro to groundwork and In-Hand Clinic

With Jocelyn Huot

Congrats to all who participated and successfully completed this informative and fun in-hand clinic.

Saturday, May 13th, 2023: 10:00am - 4:00pm

$225+HST for Solo Clinic

Horses are a lot of things: beautiful, majestic, wild. But they can also be stubborn and unpredictable. And when you're trying to teach them a new behavior, that can be really frustrating.

This course is designed to give you the kind of training that will help you get your horse on the right track towards being a calm, healthy, and obedient partner.

WHAT YOU WILL GET FROM THIS CLINIC

Learn to read your horse's body language: Horses are subtle and will often communicate their intentions through body language before they act. It is important to learn how your horse communicates with you, so that you can be prepared for any situation as well as respond appropriately in a way that doesn’t compromise safety.

Use your body language, intention, and energy to move the horse - establish yourself as the dominant partner in the relationship without using fear tactics or punishment.

Handling the lunge line/whip with confidence. Horses are naturally fearful of things that they don’t understand. It is important to be able to approach and work with your horse with full confidence so that they don't feel threatened by you and can form a trust-based bond.

Clinic Agenda

standing correctly and how to prevent mugging
leading your horse - expectations and intentions
getting your horse to back up using energy/intention/body
positive reinforcement
lining up at the mounting block using only voice/gestural commands
how to handle the lunge line/ whip
LUNCH
maintain consistent circles and distances while your horse is lunging
make your horse move around you using your body language
move your horse from a smaller circle to a large one and back again
maintain consistent circles at a walk/trot/canter with minimal effort
transition easily between gaits on the lunge line - using voice commands and physical prompts

CONTACT JOCELYN IF YOU HAVE ANY TECHNICAL/CARE QUESTIONS REGARDING THIS CLINIC: 519-803-5779

WHAT YOU NEED for THIS CLINIC

Registration is Now Closed

For everyone taking this clinic, including those that are simply auditing:

Clinic is run onsite at Dragons Edge Riding Academy: 14145 8th Line, Georgetown, Ontario
This clinic may run later than 4pm - so plan accordingly.
This clinic will be held outside at the outdoor arena in favorable conditions. If inclement weather, it will be held in the indoor arena.
There are 14 spots available to audit this clinic ($75+HST) - bring a fold-able lawn chair.
$75 non-refundable deposit is required when registering - those that are auditing pay in full to register.
Balance of payment is due on the day of the clinic before starting the course.
Registration closes on May 7th, 2023
Wear comfortable clothing - including sturdy closed-toe shoes or boots, and long pants.
Lunch is provided and dietary restrictions are taken into consideration.
Video, pictures, and audio will be taken during this clinic and the material may be used for promotional purposes on social media sites. Please fill out the media form to indicate whether or not you consent to your picture/video being used.
Be sure to read and sign the waiver prior to coming on Dragons Edge Property.
Please arrive 30 minutes early if you need to complete payment for registration and submit your waiver.

For those that are taking this clinic with a horse:

There are 6 spots available for the clinic with your horse ($225+HST) and availability is on a first come - first serve basis.
Day-stalls are required if bringing your horse from off-property ($50/day).
There are a limited number of horses available (Tiki, Mia, Dazzler, Mike) to use in this clinic if you do not wish to bring your own horse, but still wish to fully participate. (Cost:$20)
Please arrange your own trailering to Dragons Edge, and arrive at 9am to unload (if applicable).
Gloves are mandatory for this clinic (lunge line burns suck!).
Equipment Required: Bridle (can be bitless), Halter, lead & lunge line, lunge whip, dressage whip, and preferred treats (small ones).

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