UPCOMING EVENTS
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STUDENT OF THE HORSE
CLINIC SERIES
The Student of the Horse® is a research-based and experience-proven philosophy to achieve a peaceful and untroubled agreement between horse and rider to work with each other in unity to achieve successive results. Developed by Rich & Jack Mervin, this method is rooted in natural horsemanship that encourages long lasting and mutually willing partnership with quiet consistency.
QUIET CONSISTENCY, LEVEL 1
April 26, 9:00am - 1:00pm
May 3, 9:00am - 1:00pm
August 2, 9:00am - 1:00pm
August 30, 9:00am - 1:00pm
October 25, 9:00am - 1:00pm
Most suited for starting colts, working with green horses, or re-starting under saddle. We will dive into equine psychology and help you understand your horse's behavior, establish mutual communication, develop the feel, and start building a mutually willing relationship with your horse.
We will guide you through the process of centering, building confidence with effective ground work, getting your horse under saddle, putting on first rides, and re-starting a horse that had a bad start. You will learn to understand your horse's intentions, body language, and how to keep your horse in a relaxed state of mind throughout the different stages of training.
Location
North Idaho Horsemanship Academy
18511 N Elk Run Ln,
Rathdrum, ID 83858
QUIET CONSISTENCY, LEVEL 2
April 26, 3:00pm - 7:00pm
May 3, 3:00pm - 7:00pm
August 2, 3:00pm - 7:00pm
August 30, 3:00pm - 7:00pm
October 25, 3:00pm - 7:00pm
In this clinic we will dive deeper into equine multidimentional conitive communication and processing model to keep your horse mentally and physically balance. You will learnhow to help your horse self-regulate and stay focused on the task in any situation.
and building positive habits.
You and your horse will be learning advanced body control including maneuvers for side passing, rollback, sliding stops, collection, and other maneuvers that prepare the horse for advanced work.
relationship betwen two. elevating the shoulders, engaging the hip, developing soft feel.
We will break down advanced maneuvers into movements that your horse can understand.
Location
North Idaho Horsemanship Academy
18511 N Elk Run Ln,
Rathdrum, ID 83858
Info
CLINIC
Clinic is hosted one day prior to the show. You are welcome to arrive early to warm up your horse. All ages and skill levels are welcome, younger children need to be supervised by an adult.
Clinic Topics
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I am new to showing horses, where do I start?
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What's the difference between Ranch Horse and Stock Horse?
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What are the patterns and events?
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Can I win money / prizes?
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Where are the shows held?
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Are there any local shows?
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How much does it cost?
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What are the classes / divisions ?
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What are the rules and regulations?
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I don't have cows, where can I practice?
Any skill level rider and horse can compete! Our divisions are designed to allow every competitor to have a fair chance of winning. You are not required to compete in every class and can choose the classes you are most comfortable with. You can also win within a class without having to compete in all 4 classes.
CLASSESS ($25 per class)
Stock Horse Pleasure
Represents the ability of the horse to be functional and pleasure to ride. The order of gaits shall be:
1) Extended walk
2) Trot
3) Extended trot
4) Lope
5) Stop and reverse
6) Ordinary walk
7) Lope
8) Extended lope
9) Trot
10) Stop and back
Stock Horse Trail
A horse is ridden through a pattern of obstacles found during the course of everyday work such as:
1) Walking/trotting/loping over the logs
2) Opening and closing gates
3) Riding over a stationry bridge
4) Stepping-up to the fence
5) Backing-up and side passing
6) dragging the objects with a rope
Reining
Measures the ability of the western stock horse. Maneuvers include:
1) Stops
2) Spins
3) Rollbacks
4) Circles
5) Backups
6) Hesitate
7) Lead changes
8) Run downs nd around the ends
Working Cow Horse
Designed to demonstrate the horse's ability to do cow work. Short Stirrup Division is exempt from this class.
1) Cow horse pattern / dry pattern (everyone except 18 and over Limited Division).
2) Flag work (different pattern difficulty will be arranged for Novice and Limited).
DIVISIONS
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Short Stirrup, 7 & under. Lead line class, must be accompanied by an adult. Walk and trot only. This division does not allow any additional points for loping or any intermediate level maneuvers. Can not participate in Working Cow Horse class.
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Youth. Youth classes are split into two divisions: 8-13 and 14-17. Youth age as of January 1st of the current year will determine eligibility.
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Novice. Reserved for individuals with limited / minimal riding and showing experience who wish to learn more about showing at a beginner’s pace. Everyone new to competition doesn’t necessarily need to start in the novice division. Their skill may be better suited for one of the other divisions.
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Open. The Open division is open to any professional or non-professional competitor, with any horse regardless of past winnings or experience. Best suited for advanced riders and trainers.
This show adheres to American Stock Horse Association (ASHA) rules and regulations. For more information on patterns, regulations, and judging methods, please refer to ASHA Handbook or attend our clinic on June 22nd prior to the show.
