CLINIC TYPES
In addition to lessons, we also offer educational group clinics which are suitable for everyone, regardless of their chosen equine discipline.  The different clinic types are as follows:

GROUNDWORK CLINICS

Groundwork clinics focus solely on groundwork and the groundwork covered all directly relates to ridden work.  This helps set things up for young horses that are yet to be started undersaddle but also breaks things down and makes things easier to understand for the ridden horse.  If time allows, we will also put the skills you've learnt into practice with some basic obstacles which are also great for building confidence and fun.  Suitable for young/unstarted horses as well as older/started horses to improve ground skills/manners.

RIDDEN CLINICS - INTRODUCTORY

Introductory Ridden Clinics are ideal for those who are newer to riding, are nervous/have lost confidence, or getting back in the saddle after some time away.  We pride ourselves on creating a safe and supportive learning environment where you can progress at your own pace, while encouraging you to gently step outside your comfort zone when needed, to help you achieve your goals and boost your confidence.  They are also a great way to introduce young/green horses to being ridden in a group in a low-energy and controlled environment.  Introductory Ridden Clinics begin with some groundwork (usually around an hour) before transitioning to riding.  The format is flexible, tailored to the needs of the individual horses/riders, addressing any challenges that arise, as well as covering off, as time allows, any specific areas that individuals wish to work on.

 

RIDDEN CLINICS - DEVELOPMENT

Development Ridden Clinics are ideal for riders who are confident to walk, trot and canter and are wanting to advance their skills with more refinement and finesse.  As long as you feel comfortable to ride at all three gaits - even if your horse is young/green and inexperienced - this clinic will also be a good fit for you.  We pride ourselves on creating a safe and supportive learning environment where riders can build on their existing foundations and continue to grow in confidence and take their riding to the next level.  Scott is passionate about developing horses that are light, responsible and confident - making them enjoyable to ride and able to perform at their best.  The Development Ridden Clinics will focus on progressing your riding through refining/advancing your existing skills and introducing more advanced exercises (such as lateral work, quality of transitions etc) that are tailored to suit the level of you and your horse.  The Development Clinics also begin with a brief groundwork component (usually no more than 30 minutes) before starting the ridden work.  As with the Introductory Ridden Clinics, the format is flexible, tailored to the needs of the individual horses/riders, addressing any challenges that arise, as well as covering off, as time allows, any specific areas that individuals wish to work on.  The aim is to build on your existing foundation to develop horses that are well-prepared, balanced, and ready to get out and about - whether for pleasure or competition.

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CANCELLATION POLICY

By making a booking on any clinic you agree to the following cancellation policy:

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CANCELLATION BY US

We reserve the right to cancel a clinic.  If a clinic is cancelled by us, you will be entitled to a full refund of all money paid (or the option to transfer to another clinic, if applicable).

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CANCELLATION BY YOU

No refund except upon presentation of a doctor or veterinary certificate, or at our sole discretion in exceptional circumstances. 

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TRANSFERS

If circumstances require, we can transfer your booking to another clinic provided there are spaces available on an equivalent clinic which is open for bookings.  However, please note:

• Transfer requests are only considered for clinics at our facility; and

• They are only considered if the transfer request is made more than 7 days prior to the originally booked clinic.

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SPECTATORS / SUPPORT PEOPLE

Spectators/support people are most welcome on all clinics.  They are required to book and pay the applicable spectator fee (via the Bookings page) PRIOR TO arrival.  

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CLINIC HOSTING

If you live outside of Canterbury and are interested in hosting a clinic in your area please contact us for an information pack which outlines about what is involved in being a clinic host, costs and other relevant details.

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UPCOMING CLINICS / BOOKINGS

Please visit the Bookings page for an up-to-date list of all upcoming clinics.