Classical Dressage

Pippa Callanan Clinic

By |2024-09-26T11:56:26-04:00August 25, 2024|Tags: , |

**Clinic spots are FULL! Click here to join the waitlist!**

ABOUT THE CLINIC:

We are excited to host Pippa Callanan. Pippa is a deeply empathic and knowledgeable instructor with a solid grounding in both classical and natural horsemanship. Her formation was made with a two year apprenticeship with Master Philippe Karl in France. Pippa is also passionate about Nuno Oliveira’s understanding of classical dressage and the interior life of horses, shared with her by horseman Clay Wright.

Pippa is happy to share the breadth of her classical dressage knowledge with horses and riders of all disciplines and levels.  

Pippa follows methodology that is kind, respectful and grounded in classical principles, alongside contemporary understanding of horsemanship and ethology.

There are only 8 clinic riding spots available for the 3 day clinic and they will be reserved on a first come, first served basis, when payment is received. The clinic includes 3 one hour individual lessons and auditing for all three days. A waiting list will be created in the event that all the spots fill. Clinic purchase is non-refundable, although it may be transferred to an alternative participant at minimum 48 hours prior to the start of the clinic.

Call, direct message, text, or email to participate!
(703) 727-3205
Info@ridingfar.com

To Register for the clinic Click Here.

CLINIC DETAILS:

Hosted by Sycamore Seed Farm

303 Willingham Rd

Charlestown, WV 25414

Session Rate:

~$600 for 3 days of private lessons and auditing

~$215 for 1 day priority given to full clinic participants

Stabling: $25 (Self care)

Lunch can be preordered from Panera for $18

Schedule/Format: 

8:30 – 12:30 am Private Sessions Riding and In-hand (1 hr)

12:30 – 1:30 am Lunch

1:30 – 5:30 am Private Sessions Riding and In-hand (1 hr)

AUDITORS WELCOME:

Auditors/Spectators are welcome! Auditing is a great opportunity to observe Pippa working with a wide range of horses and riders at different levels of their education.

Auditor rate: $50 per day/$125 for 3 days

Register to audit, click here.

For questions about this clinic Contact:
703.727.3205 – info@ridingfar.com

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If I Could Change One Thing…

By |2021-04-02T12:06:13-04:00March 11, 2021|Categories: Horsemanship|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , |

Horse training in Northern Virginia.

If I could make an impact with equestrians in only one specific way I would absolutely focus on influencing the way we lead our horses. Focus on leading and it could change the quality of everything you do. 

For me, leading is a lot more than getting from point a to point b. It’s an ever present mindset that builds clarity and allows a relationship to grow. It’s my horse’s confidence in me to choose a wise and safe path forward, my knowing he will be by my side, and my confidence in myself to make decisions that will affect both of us. It’s saying “this is the path I’m choosing for us right now and I’m asking you to allow me to take us.” It’s about being together, not rushing, not forcing. 

In the most concrete sense, leading is about safety and communication. When I stop my feet, my horse stops his feet, and I have influence of the nose, shoulders, and haunches by way of body language, lead rope, and driving aid (whip, end of lead rope, flag, whatever it may be). Their movement mirrors mine as well as their energy, focus, and groundedness. 

If there’s an issue with the relationship, there will be an issue in leading. Working out the leading will improve everything, especially riding. If your horse pushes through the bit, they’ll probably push past you on the ground. If they have trouble bending on a circle they’ll probably lean on you with their shoulders when walking in from the paddock. It’s all connected and can’t be ignored, because it truly makes a difference. 

~ Justin 

#horse #horsemanship #psychology #lead #liberty #classicaldressage #mindset #mindfulness #horse #growth #cowboy #personaldevelopment #gratitude

 

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