Glenn Kipp

Certified John/Josh Lyons Clinician & Trainer

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From The Ground Up This clinic has been designed to meet the needs of a large percentage of the horse owning population. Whether the participant has a colt they would like to start or an experienced horse they have issues with, the knowledge, philosophies and skills provided to the participant will work to improve performance of any horse at any level.   Clinic Topics -       Understanding herd language -       Leadership Respect & Attention -       Clear Communication  (body  & verbal) -       Stick-to-it-ness -       Focus for Success -       Identifying & solving problems -       Control of body parts -       Obtaining a willing partner -       Single rein cue setting -       Softening -       Desensitizing at the same time keeping the horse sensitive -       Habituation -       Liberty and Intent -       Equipment use that the horse understands -       Round Pen philosophies -       Trailer loading on cue from outside the trailer   Time permitting we will learn a few tricks you can teach your horse using the knowledge provided at this clinic. You will leave this clinic with knowledge that will change the way you interact with any and all horses you handle.

From The Saddle This clinic focuses on the path to perfect performance from the saddle. -    Your ground work is complete -  Bridle work is 100% -  Your rude horse is now a willing partner   Your patience and perfect practice has paid off!   So now to take it to the Next Level   Clinic Topics  Communicate clearly from the saddle  Encourage Try  Set up for Success  Path to Performance Perfection      Stop Improvement     Shoulder Control     Head carriage Cueing multiple body parts Wait for the cue Stay on the path Refine:  Turns                         Diagonals                         Side Pass                                                   Ride out the counter bend                                   Lead departures                               Lead changes                                                              Soften all cues ( invisible cueing)                                            Intent from the saddle                                                        Back up with no bit pressure

WHAT TO BRING: As far as what to bring , Everything you need to provide welfare for your horse for two days, as far as equipment for the clinic if possible bring: -Soft rope halter -12 to 14 ft. soft halter shank -medicine boots at least for the front feet -bell boots if you have -snaffle bit (full face, D-Ring or egg butt -dressage whip (26 to 36 inches) - saddles pads ext… -note pad and pen   Products I use in training will be available at clinic if you don’t have Clinics run from 9am to 5pm for both days. Spectator cost is $20 per person per day.