2 Day Starting Right

This clinic is designed for young or green horses preparing to begin their journey under saddle — and for owners who want to do it with clarity, softness and purpose.We focus on building control of the horse’s body from the ground, creating understanding before pressure, and developing a calm, thinking partner ready for their first rides. Rather than “breaking” horses, we concentrate on educating them

What We Cover

Foundational Ground Skills  

•        Catching with willingness and respect    
•        Confident leading and body control      
•        Control of individual body parts    
•        Foot handling and preparation for the farrier    
•        Teaching focus and mental engagement

Preparing for Tack & Rider    

•        Introducing bridle, girth and saddle correctly      
•        Mouthing and preparing for contact    
•        Understanding voice cues    
•        Relaxation exercises to reduce tension      
•        Sensitising and desensitising appropriately

Movement & Education from the Ground    
 
•        Walk, trot, back up and canter transitions from the ground      
•        Smooth execution of cues before mounting        
•        Understanding educational consequences and timing      
•        Developing softness and feel

Real-World Preparation  

•        Obstacles for confidence building
•        Float training    
•        Pony horseing to build experience and exposure

By the end of this clinic, participants will have a clear framework for starting a horse with confidence — building a solid mental foundation so the first ride is not an event, but simply the next logical step.

Details to be confirmed !

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