1 DAY | COW HORSE FOUNDATIONS
Ground work, body control under saddle & Flag Work
Build the Foundations
This clinic introduces the fundamental skills used in cow horse training
Helping riders develop greater control, feel and communication with their horses before progressing to working live cattle.
Through a combination of groundwork, ridden exercises and flag work, participants will learn how to introduce their horses to the movement and pressure associated with cattle work, while developing confidence, responsiveness and control.
What We'll Cover
Groundwork fundamentals
Improving softness, responsiveness and body control under saddle
Introducing and developing confidence around the flag
Understanding how to use the flag to simulate cattle movement and encourage correct responses
Improving timing, feel and rider positioning
Building the foundations for progressing into cattle work
Whether you're interested in pursuing cow horse disciplines, preparing your horse for cattle work or simply wanting to develop better control and communication, this clinic provides a practical introduction to the foundations.
Suitable for a range of experience levels, this clinic is ideal for riders wanting to build their understanding of cow horse work in a supportive learning environment.
NO LIVE CATTLE ARE USED DURING THIS CLINIC.
LOCATION: undercover arena, The Ponderosa, Kulgun, QLD
**Required Equipment**
• Halter
• Rope (rope halter/lead preferred)
• Whips for groundwork (Dressage, Lunge - carriage whip is ideal)
• Riding gear & Tack
• camp chair
COST: * Payments are now through our automated booking portal - Full Clinic payments only (PayPal pay in 4 available)
- $295 Attendees
- $60 Fence sitters
Lunch catered - soft drinks & water available
(camping available / byo portable horse yards)
