Obstacle and Sensory Clinic - Mounted Police Style

 WHAT IS THE OBSTACLE CLINIC? Learn mounted police training techniques that encourage partnership and communication to achieve exceptional trust.  Presented by Joann Long, National Mounted Police and Toronto Police Mounted Certified.  Riders will work with their mounts in creative sensory and obstacle situations using proven police horse techniques.  Learn how to develop a partnership with your horse mounted police style!  

Great 2010 Obstacle Clinics - Thank you! 
See where we've been, pictures and results at the end of this page!

Click here for TRAIL TRIAL information -  Sunday, September 26th!  
Registration available here.

See the Event schedule in the table below for details.

WHAT MAKES THIS OBSTACLE CLINIC SPECIAL?  Come see how a police horse stands still while a gun is fired, how he walks calmly over the plastic tarp with the sprinkler running, how he stands quietly while a flare is lit, or willingly pushes past the barrel blockade.  A demonstration through a series of difficult obstacles showing complete control will start this clinic off to exhibit the ultimate trust that can be achieved.  Riders will be instructed using formation riding and police horse training techniques to gain confidence and trust while attempting obstacles appropriate for their level.

Retired with over 12 years in the mounted police, Joann and her horse ‘Dillon’ earned multiple North American and New York State Obstacle Grand Championships.  She has trained with numerous NYS Police units as well as the Toronto Police Services.  By using these unique techniques, the rider will develop a stronger partnership and better communication toward achieving a higher level of trust. 

Feedback from previous clinic participants included "I liked best seeing the improvement in the horses in just a short time!”, “Loved watching the horses calm down and have fun!”, “Awesome – very well done!”, “Great experience – I liked the variety of obstacles!”, “Very well organized”, “Gentle Dove Farm offered a new approach for me to train my horses! Very informative!”, and “How do you spell phenomenal?!”  

Whether you ride Trail Trial, Cowboy Challenge, 4H, Pony Club, Games, Eventing, Hunters, Team Penning, Trail riding, Dressage, or any other equine activity, these obstacle training techniques are beneficial to all.  With the common goals of safety and horsemanship in mind, we want you to put the relaxation and fun back in your saddle!  All disciplines are welcome!   

• Pre-registration required - don’t delay - these clinics fill up fast!  Past clinics have sold out!
• Rider Entries: see individual clinic registration form for fees and regulations
• A current horse health papers are required.  
• Boots and protective headgear are required.  Balance of attire is discretionary.
• Auditing: $25/person pre-registered to watch or $30 at the door, please bring chairs
  

All entrants must sign a liability release form.  If under 18, a parent or guardian must sign the release form.   

Starting in  2010, Obstacle Clinics gave prizes from some of the Gentle Dove Farm sponsors, including a fabulous Tucker Browband Bridle with brass (a $79.50 value!) to be given to one lucky winner at each Clinic, as well as other product give aways from Nutramax, Farnam, Mrs Pastures Cookies, Horse Quencher, and more! 

Rider pre-registration is required for all clinics.  All of the 2010 Clinics were sold out with waiting lists - Sign up early for 2011 Clinics to reserve your spot!  Auditors are welcome – come watch these unique horse training events!  Auditors can receive a discount if pre-registered.

2010 Obstacle  & Event Schedule:

Click here for printable Open Clinic schedule

2009 Obstacle & Event Schedule: