January 16th Cavaletti and Gymnastics Clinic I at Morven Park

Ring in the new year with a fun clinic to get you and your horse kick started for the 2012 season. The series of three clinics to be held at Morven will work on developing the following:

1. A powerful and balanced trot and canter
2. A round and straight jump, with correct use of the horse’s body and legs
3. A balanced, effective, and harmonious rider position
4. An obedient, happy and confident horse

The first clinic on January 16th will combine the use of ground poles, cavaletti, grids and single fences. Lessons will last one hour for groups of three riders, starting from Green horses and going up through the Eventing levels. The next two clinics will be held on January 28th and February 18th so mark your calendars.

Paul will also offer a “Dressage Over Poles” group for those non-jumping riders looking for something different for mid-winter training. This lesson will focus on rhythm, power and articulation of joints, in all three gaits.

Riders are encouraged to form their own groups (horses should be close to the same level) in order to make the clinic a fun and lively day! Priority will be given to riders that sign up as groups, however every effort will be made to place single riders in appropriate groups. Please include any information that you deem helpful in our effort to form fun and compatible groups.

Cost is $70 per horse which includes Morven’s ring fee. Auditors are welcome to watch at no charge.

To enter, please Email Pat Palmer with rider’s name, horse’s name, horse/rider experience and telephone number.

See attached flyer for more information.