Reining & Bridleless Riding Clinic!
Join us for an immersive clinic focused on refining your reining maneuvers and exploring the incredible connection of bridleless riding.
Whether you're looking to polish your spins and slides or dream of the ultimate partnership with your horse through feel and communication, this clinic offers something for every level.
What You'll Learn:
* Reining Precision: Master the fundamentals and advanced techniques of reining patterns, including:
* Smooth departures and stops
* Precise spins and rollbacks
* Effortless lead changes
* Developing cadence and flow
* Bridleless Connection: Discover the art of riding in harmony without a bit, focusing on:
* Developing subtle communication through seat, legs, and body language
* Building trust and responsiveness
* Understanding balance and self-carriage
* Progressing safely and effectively towards bridleless work
BENEFITS OF BRIDLELESS RIDING:
To properly achieve a bridleless connection it requires the Ultimate Refinement of Communication: Bridleless riding necessitates an incredibly subtle and refined communication system between horse and rider. The horse must be highly attuned to the rider's body weight shifts, leg pressure, posture, and even energy. This can lead to a deeper understanding and responsiveness in your horse.
Above that you will also experience an enhanced partnership and a higher level of trust both for your self and trust from your horse aswell. Achieving bridleless riding signifies a profound level of trust and partnership between horse and rider. The horse is choosing to respond to the rider's cues without any physical restraint, indicating a strong bond and willingness.
Another benefit of the combined topics of reining maneuvers and bridleless riding will be the improved balance and self-carriage of your horse: Without the rider's hands on the reins for balance or direction, the horse must develop exceptional self-carriage and balance. This can lead to improved athleticism.
Freedom of Movement: Some proponents believe that removing all headgear allows for the horse's most natural and unrestricted movement of the head, neck, and shoulders.
Heightened Awareness: Both horse and rider become incredibly attuned to each other's slightest movements and intentions, fostering a heightened sense of awareness during the ride.
Can Highlight Training Gaps: Attempting bridleless riding can quickly reveal any weaknesses or inconsistencies in the horse's training and the rider's communication. Addressing these gaps can lead to a more well-rounded partnership, even when a bridle is reintroduced.
Increased Rider Awareness of Body Cues: To ride effectively bridleless, the rider must become exceptionally aware of their own body and how subtle shifts influence the horse. This can translate to better riding even with a bridle.
Schedule:
* Group A: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM | 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
* Group B: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM | 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
* Group C: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM | 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
* Lunch Break: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM (Please bring your own lunch)
Coffee and snacks provided throughout the day.
Limited Spots Available!
Location: Laird Fairgrounds
Date: July 5&6
Cost: $250
Auditors $25 per day
To Register: Contact Kelly Fremlin at 705-248-2280
Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your horsemanship and deepen your connection with your equine partner!
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