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Come build the horse you've always
wanted in Zimmerman, MN July 21-23!
What:
Free demo—open to all—on Friday night at 7pm featuring the gentle and effective methods pioneered by John Lyons. Two full days of riding then follow on Saturday and Sunday! Observers welcome!
This clinic also features a "mini clinic" for green horses on Saturday evening—keep reading...)
Would you like to learn to make big changes in your horse? Invest one weekend to get the horse you've always wanted. Make plans to ride in this clinic now!
What if it rains?
We are covered, so to speak, if it rains. We will plan on using the outdoor arena - but we'll use the covered arena in case of bad weather.
Featuring:
John Lyons Clinicians Keith Hosman and Patrick Benson. (This is not a Josh Lyons clinic.)
Where: Serendipity Stables
25657-146th Street, Zimmerman, MN 55398—about 40 miles NW of Minneapolis, MN, 35 miles East of St. Cloud (about ½ way between Mpls. and St. Cloud). See directions below.
Phone: 763-856-4054
Serendipity Stables is located in beautiful Zimmerman, Minnesota, about an hour northwest of the Twin Cities. They operate year round and feature an indoor arena and heated lounge.
Serendipity Stables is dedicated to making horses accessible to everyone, providing a wide range of opportunities for all ages and abilities. They pride themselves on being a safe, family-oriented stable. Whether you are interested in taking riding lessons, boarding a horse, or just enjoying a weekend hayride, they can help make your equine experience an enjoyable one.
You can contact Serendipity Stables by: • calling 763-856-4054, • by emailing
or, • visting their website: www.serendipitystables.com
When: Friday, July 21- Sunday, July 23, 2006
Free demo Friday night at 7pm Riding Clinic: Saturday, 10am-4pm; Sunday, 1pm-7pm
Note time shift: clinic begins later on Sunday to allow for church attendance.
Is this clinic for you?
• Are you starting a horse? • Are you having trouble with a Lyons exercise you read about? • Are you stuck in a training slump?
It's one thing to read about training—it's completely different to see it for yourself, in person. (And waay different to actually do it for yourself.) How do you learn best?
Our Friday night demo features "The Three Most Important Training Concepts You're Ever Ever Gonna Need To Know." Learn how to simplify your training, how to "get your horse's attention" and how the release of your reins can make or break your training.
Our Friday-night program includes one full hour of Q&A. It's your chance to get answers specific to your situation with your horse. Have you got a horse that won't go, won't stop, can't turn or jigs on the trail? Come on out, Friday night at 7!
Our riding clinic begins Saturday morning at 10am. We ride until 4pm, with 1.5 hours for lunch. By breaking down your training procedure into simple steps, we will teach you safe and humane ways to gain your horse's respect and take your riding to the next level. Observers welcome!
Again, please note that this clinic begins later on Sunday (beginning at 1pm, ending around 7pm).
To see a description of our riding clinics, click here or follow the button above, "Clinic Description."
Is your horse too green to ride, but still needs training?
We will be conducting a "mini-clinic" for green horses on Saturday evening (after the riding clinic ends at around 4pm). The program will last 2 hours and will focus on bridle work from the ground. Our goal will be to soften the horses (teaching them to give to the bit), and to gain control over their hips and shoulders. It's an excellent start for any horse (and a vital step that should not be skipped.) The charge is $100 per horse if four people sign up. If three or fewer participate, the charge is $175 per horse. (Clinic observers are encouraged to stay for this at no additional charge—call it a bonus.) You can call Keith directly (213-923-1215) or facility owner Wendy Lawliss (763-856-4054) to make arrangments.
Private sessions
Private sessions are available while we're in town. The cost is $175 for the first two hours (which is our minimum) and $75 for each additional hour or "fraction thereof." Please call Keith directly (213-923-1215) to make arrangements.
Riders are responsible for the cost of boarding their horse during the event. (You do not have to board your horse; you can trailer out each night if you'd like. There is no additional grounds fee.)
Boarding fee: $60 flat for the weekend (includes Friday and Saturday overnight stay, stall cleaning and shavings). There is no additional grounds fee.
Boarding arrangements must be made directly with the owner of the facility. Please see above for contact info.
All horses entering property MUST have proof of current negative Coggins (within one year). It is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED that your horse be current on all shots.
Space in this clinic will be limited. Riders, to hold your slot, we must receive a deposit of $100. Please mail your check to: Keith Hosman, PO Box 31, Utopia, TX 78884. The balance is due Saturday morning, during the clinic.
Directions:
Serendipity Stables is approximately 40 miles NW of Minneapolis, MN at 25657-146th Street, Zimmerman, MN 55398.
Directions from Minneapolis area:
Take I-94 West to MN-101 N via exit 207 toward Elk River; MN-101 N becomes US-169 N; turn left onto Fremont Av/CR-4 then left onto 146th St/CR-1. (To print out these same directions from Mapquest.com, click here.
For personalized directions from Google click here.
First, read our "Rider Info" page—then let us know you're interested by to drop us an email. You'll need to get a deposit in to hold your place.
Riders, Please Note
VERY IMPORTANT: All horses must have a current (within one year) Coggins. Also, any horse from out of state must have health papers. It is also HIGHLY RECOMMENDED that your horse be current on all necessary shots. These papers must be presented to the facility owner when your horse first arrives.
Observers
If you'd like to attend this clinic, visit our "Observer Info" page.
Normal Person Reminder
Do you have as much on your mind as we do? Could you use a gentle reminder a week or two before this event? Just sign up for our newsletter (upper-left sidebar, this page) and we'll automatically send you a nudge. (But hey, you should be riding in this clinic!)
Flyers
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Clinic Itinerary
Here's a look at the flow of a typical clinic, with a description of exercises:
Riders meeting: discuss training principles, establish goals
Steering the Tail: connect the rein to the hip
Serpentines: giving to pressure, softening the neck, controlling head elevation
Hip-Shoulder-Shoulder: developing straight, collected stops and backing up
Clockwork: gaining hip & shoulder control for diagonals, side passes, half passes, & full passes
The 1-Off Serpentine: connecting the rein to the shoulders
The Calm Down Cue (aka "The Rear-Ending Lesson")
The Three Step Stop: give to the bit better; get faster, more energetic stops; improve the backup.
Power Steering through reverse-arc circles: perfecting shoulder control, begin the spin (turn on the haunches), neck reining
Power Brakes: getting solid stops on a loose rein
Cruise Control: get emotional control with speed control
Understanding leads and lead changes
*This itinerary serves as an example only. Exercises will be tailored to suit the individual group and needs of the horses.
Will this work for me?
Yes! Consider that 150,000 people read John's "Perfect Horse" magazine every month! That's 150,000 people saying "yes, this works!"
How much will it cost? How do I sign up?
To see prices, check out our "Where & When" page, or click here.
For a listing of commonly asked questions, follow the tab above to our "Rider Info" page or click here.
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Lyons Fact #843:
If you start with your goal, you start with a wreck.
Lyons Fact #87: Training a horse is about taking control of his body, one body part at a time.
Lyons Fact #19:
Our expectations are exactly what we get.
