Description
3-Day Ken McNabb Horsemanship Clinic- Taught & Hosted by Master Certified Trainers Donald Archer & BJ Grimmett
At Ken McNabb Horsemanship I have been so blessed over the years with the continued growth of my program and the industry. It has always been a deep passion of mine to teach horsemanship in order that riders may develop a better relationship with their horse. As we kickoff our 2023 calendar year, I am so excited to add a clinic that will be taught exclusively by Donald Archer & BJ Grimmett, two of my very talented Master Certified Trainers who have studied and taught within my program very in depth. I am not able to be all places at once and the demand and interest for education is absolutely incredible. It is so wonderful to see riders wanting to advance their knowledge and grow in their horsemanship journey. This clinic will be the same format as my 3-day clinics and it comes very highly recommended.
Cost is $750 on a first come basis. To guarantee your riding spot a $375 deposit must be paid in advance. Our clinics are small (about 13-16 riders) and so we cannot accept cancellations. Please note all deposits as of 10/10/2022 are NON-REFUNDABLE with the exception of a medical emergency – in this case, a signed document must be sent to our office from your doctor. All riders will receive 1 FREE auditor pass per day to welcome a guest to attend with you. The clinic is 9-5, with 1 hour for lunch. The facility has a great sound system and you will be able to hear everything that is being taught. Donald and BJ are wonderful teachers that will give you as much information as you can hold in 3 days! TO RESERVE YOUR RIDING SPOT PLEASE CALL DONALD (704-363-4216) or BJ (304-667-2033). You will be able to do a credit card payment through them or you can make a check payment to: Circle G Ministry, PO Box 148, Union WV 24983.
3 Day Horsemanship Clinic
The 3 day Ken McNabb horsemanship clinic format provides a unique experience. You will develop a close personal relationship with your horse. You will develop lasting relationships with the other people in the group. These 3 days will help you build confidence in your ability to interact with your horse. This is the most one-on-one time you will ever get while still in a small group setting. Donald & BJ’s simple and easy to understand instruction helps them build a relationship with each individual participant. As you progress through the clinic you can move as you and your horse are ready. If you understand the exercise quickly than they will give you the next one, but if your horse doesn’t understand than you can continue to work the exercise until you are ready for the next one. You are not rushed through, but also you don’t get held back waiting for those to catch up. You can be an advanced rider working on finishing maneuvers and new riders working on foundation. When the clinic is over you will have a relationship with your horse like Roy Rogers had with Trigger. It’s a great investment you can make in your horse.
Topics to be covered include:
This is foundation, for advanced riders you will be working on finishing maneuvers.
DAY 1
Groundwork: Basic through Advanced Leading
In the Saddle: Hand Positioning and Rein Management
Balance and Body Positioning
Giving to the Bit: Softening at the Poll
Head Elevation
DAY 2
Developing Collected Movement: At the Walk, Trot and Lope as well as Backing Up
Leg Speed Transitions
Directional Transitions
Improving Your Stop
Developing Shoulder Control
Rating Your Speed
DAY 3
Body Control Maneuvers Including:
Turn on the Forehand
Developing the Side Pass
Developing the Rollback and Spin
Reverse Arc Circle, Haunches In, Leg Yield and Shoulders In
Topics That Can Be Covered if Class Desires:
Overcoming Fear of Obstacles
Trailer Loading
Ken has always made it a priority to ride with each student at their level and help them advance their horsemanship and Donald and BJ are no different. We want you to go home with as much knowledge as possible. In order to do this a method based on step by step exercises is used, that is designed to meet you where you are in your horsemanship journey and take you to the next level. This building block style approach allows instructors to keep the entire clinic group moving forward without slowing down the advanced riders or overwhelming the novice riders. It is an amazing weekend!
EQUIPMENT NEEDED
Halter / 12ft. lead rope / saddle. We have all of these available for sale through our McNabb tack store. You may contact the office or email mcnabbdeedee@gmail.com and we would be happy to help you make sure you have the right equipment.
SCHEDULE
8:45 AM – 9:00 AM Register by ensuring your signing your rider release form with Donald & BJ. Please be tacked up and in the arena by 8:55 AM to start. You should have your horse saddled with a bridle over the saddle horn and have a halter and lead rope on your horse.
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM Morning Session
12:00 PM to 1:15 PM Lunch Break (You can pack a lunch or choose to drive to a local place).
1:15 PM to 5:00 PM Afternoon Session
Donald & BJ will also take a break in the middle of both sessions. Feel free to take a break when YOU need one. This is your clinic and we understand individual needs.
ADDITIONAL TIPS
Due to the nature of horse training and handling in general, accidents can occur. You are advised to wear protective headgear and footwear (boots that slide off) for your own safety.
HORSE REQUIREMENTS
Please make sure your horse is vaccinated for everyone’s safety. You will also have to have a negative coggins at facility check in and proper health paperwork to travel.
OVERNIGHT STABLING / BARN INFORMATION- We have more than enough stall spaces available. Lone Hickory Arena offers stalls at $25.00 for the first night and $20.00 for each additional night.(Prices Subject to Change Per Facility) This includes one bag of premium shavings. Please let Donald or BJ know ahead of time if you need a stall reservation and your check in/check out dates. YOU MUST PRE-RESERVE YOUR STALL WITH US.
Donald: 704-363-4216
BJ: 304-667-2033
RV SITES: Lone Hickory Arena offers Overnight Parking with Power for $25.00 per night. (Prices Subject to Change Per Facility) Please let Donald or BJ know if you would like an overnight parking spot and your check in/check out dates. We must reserve in advance. THANK YOU!
FAMILY
We welcome any of your family and friends that would like to come. Observer/Auditor tickets are $25.00 per day or $65.00 for three days. Each rider receives one complimentary observer per day. Children 12 and under are free, but must be under adult supervision.
TO OBSERVE THE CLINIC
The clinic is 9-5, with 1½ hour lunch and Donald & BJ encourage you to join them for lunch. This is a fun filled weekend enjoyable for the whole family. The clinic will be unique and exciting, with their ability to involve observers in the clinic all day long. Observers are encouraged to participate in conversation throughout the day with questions and frequently invited to participate in demonstrations.
$25 for the day
$65 for the weekend
Tickets may be purchased at the door.
