Spring Tuneup Camp

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It’s time to knock the dust off the carriages, and start shedding out those ponies! With that in mind, I’ll be hosting a “Spring Tuneup Camp” in East Bridgewater, MA April 13th – 16th.

This will be a great way for people to kick-start the season. The camp will be a combination of discussions, private, semi-private and group lessons. We’ll cover elements of combined driving and general training techniques that can be applied to any type of carriage driving. You’ll also get a guided course walk of cones and hazards with discussions on strategies for driving them.

Auditors will have the opportunity to participate in the discussions, and learn by watching the lessons as they happen. Auditing will cost $25 per day. Save $20 by signing up for all 4 days. Just use the discount code: “4-day pass” when you sign up for 4 days.

There may be room for one or two more drivers, however, there are no stalls left for overnight guest horses. If you’re interested in participating, please send an e-mail to andy@coachmansdelight.com

We have a covered arena to work in, so the camp will be rain or shine (let’s hope for shine!)  Bring your lunch, or get lunch locally at one of the many local sandwich shops or restaurants locally.

Schedule:

Thursday

9:30am – Discussion: Transitions (they’re way more important than you think!)
10 – 12:15 – Individual Lessons
12:15 – Lunch
1:00 – 3:15 Individual Lessons
3:30 – Straight Talk (there’s more to straight than not turning)
4:00 – 6:00 – Group Lessons

Friday

9am – Discussion: Energy & Impulsion (there is a difference)
10:00 – 1:00 – Semi-private Lessons
1:00 – Lunch
2:00 – Discussion: Lengthenings
2:30 – 5:30 Semi-private Lessons

Saturday

9am – Discussion: Unpacking Dressage
10:30 – 1:00 – Dressage Do-over (with a twist)
1:00 – 2:00 – Lunch
2:00 – 3:00 – Discussion: Cones Strategies
3:00 – 6:00 – Cones exercises
6:00 – Beer, Wine, and Whips Whipcan Challenge (don’t miss this!)

Sunday – Arena Driving Trial

9:00 – Dressage
11:30 – Lunch
12:30 – Discussion – Hazard Efficiency
1:00 – Hazard Drives (timed)
2:30 – Cones Drives (timed)
4:00 – Scores, Review, and Wrap-up.

REGISTER TO ATTEND AS AN AUDITOR HERE!