“No horse stays better than the rider on his back for very long” – Max Gahwler
We strongly believe in the ongoing education of horse and rider. Throughout the year we offer a variety of clinics geared to helping riders communicate more effectively with their horses, learn new skills or deepen their understanding of all things horse related.
UPCOMING CLINICS: Please email to Diane for more information or to reserve spaces in any of these upcoming clinics at farmheritage@yahoo.com. Put clinic name and date in the subject line please!
March 4- Fundamentals of Dressage Clinic with Cathy Drumm- Open to riders in either English or Western Tack as we introduce Western Dressage to Western MA! Rhythm, Balance, Straightness, Bending and Transitions are all building blocks to putting together a successful dressage test in either set of tack. Thanks to everyone that participated in this wonderful clinic. We saw horses of every size, shape and color, from a variety of disciplines come to work on building their basic skills that produce a balanced and responsive horse. No matter your chosen discipline, the skills that dressage teaches you and your horse are priceless!
April 29-Clinic with Cathy Drumm- Fresh from her stint at Equine Affaire, Ohio, Cathy will return to Heritage Farm to help riders build the skills that will put together a successful dressage test in either set of tack. Returning riders are encouraged to attend, and new riders are always welcome! Times will also be offered in the afternoon for riders wanting to work over fences.
AM sessions for dressage riders in either English or Western tack; PM sessions for riders looking to work on jumping/gymnastic skills. Discount offered for riders looking to ride both disciplines (second horse is allowed). Private: $75, Group: $45 (3-6 riders in a group). Please email to Diane with April 29th clinic in subject line to express interest. Schedule will be posted on the “clinic” page of our website by Thursday April 26.
April 29th Clinic Schedule:
9: Lauren
9:45: Carole
10:45: Lisa
11:30: Grace
12:15: Kiersten, Sophie G, Sophie M, Cassie, Caitlin
1:45: LUNCH!!
2:15: Abby, Sue, Heather, Cheryl
3:45: Build Jumps
4: Kiersten, Sophie G, Caitlin, Cassie, Jill
May 25-28- Jon Ensign returns to Heritage Farm- 
Montana horseman Jon Ensign offers clinics all over the world to riders who want to establish a connection and partnership with their horses without using force. With gentle patience, skill and more than 30 years experience, Jon trains riders to build a working relationship with their horses which comes from a deep understanding of equine thinking, instincts and behavior. In decades of riding, rodeo, and breaking ranch and cow horses, Jon sensed there was “something better” to be learned about breaking colts and uniting horse and rider as a mutually beneficial team. Studying under Buck Brannaman and other notable horsemen, Jon developed a method of teaching that has helped thousands of riders improve their skills and sportsmanship. Teaching from the horse’s point of view, Jon shows his clients how to ride in a partnership that’s divided roughly 51 to 49 percent, with the rider taking the lead: “I don’t ‘make’ my horses do anything. But I do set things up to let things happen,” he said. Read more about Jon at his website: http://www.jonensign.com/index.php
AM Session: 9-12:30. General Horsemanship*. Over four days, riders build their skill set moving from the ground to mounted work, working in the ring and eventually out to the trail. Learn respect, desensitizing techniques and proper handling basics, moving on to mounted work that creates collection and softness. Jon prefers horses use snaffle bits for this type of clinic. $400. Late sign up after May 1: $450.
PM Session: 2-5:30. Cattle Work*. This riding clinic is for horses that are broke to ride safely under control in a group setting. Working with cattle offers a practical meaning to exercises that further refine horsemanship skills such as stops, pivots, sidepasses and backing required to control the cow. $300 clinic fee. Late sign up after May 1: $350/ $150 cattle charge applies regardless of sign up date.
*4 day fee for riders doing both AM and PM sessions total of $600, with cattle charge still set at $150.
Overnight stalls available at $25/ night. Bedding, buckets and water provided.
Auditing available at $25/ day. No limit on auditors!!
Clinic size and stabling is limited. We will take deposits and fill spaces on a first come, first serve basis.
Please sign up early. 50% non-refundable deposit required to hold your spot in each session. 
Print out registration form here: jonensignregform
