As well as Clinics with Kate, we will be bringing International and Australian Horsemanship thought leaders and experts to you, so we can all improve our understanding of these noble beasts. We’re never too old or experienced to learn more.
All our clinics are intimate, experiential events, designed to give you and your horse the optimum environment to grow and learn.
Fence Sitters/Auditors are always welcome, but all places are limited so act fast, my friends!
One on One Arena Sessions with Kate
Held in the covered 25m x 70m arena at Kari’s Equestrian just minutes from Dorrigo’s historic township.
Book your one hour session to work on your groundwork and/or riding skills.
Alternatively Kate can work with your horse and you can watch, question, try and go home with new things to try to build that critical connection and communication between the two of you.
Sessions are $85 including Arena Hire, all Instruction and Insurance.
Mountain Trail Clinics
Mountain Trail is a growing sport in Australia, offering an exciting and challenging experience for horses and their human partners.
Mountain Trail is designed with various obstacles that mimic natural elements and man made obstacles that horses might encounter on a trail ride. This creates a realistic and engaging environment, providing a wonderful, safe way to introduce horses to these obstacles.
It is also a fun way to build trust and handling skills between horse and rider. Even serious competitors in other disciplines can benefit from Mountain Trail, as it offers a refreshing break from the monotony of constant arena work. Unlike many disciplines, every breed of equine, from 6 months and older, can participate in Mountain Trail. It is also suitable for all riders—from Olympic competitors to beginners, and from youth riders to adults of all ages. Participants can use almost any type of equipment from any discipline, whether English, Western, or anything in between, and can choose to show either in hand or in the saddle.
We built our course as a super fun way to build connection through curiosity, compassion and connection.
Mountain Trail Clinics are held throughout the year. Places strictly limited to 7 participants.
Wild Roots 2 Day Clinics
It doesn’t matter what stage of the journey you and your horse are at.
We’ll meet you there.
On the ground, riding, starting out together or long time partners.
This clinic provides opportunities to deepen your connection with your horse through core groundwork exercises that can be developed and refined over time at home, and are applicable to ridden work. Then, if you are ready, we lead you into ridden work, and if not, we advance your groundwork repertoire and skillset.
What sets Wild Horsemanship clinics apart is the continuous presence of your coach throughout the entire clinic. Expect a combination of practical exercises with your horse as well as rider centred yoga during the day, with theory and meaningful discussions at night.
Wild Roots Clinics are $450 including camping and horse accommodation for the Saturday night.
Wild Horse Clinics occur throughout the year, places strictly limited to 7 participants, book your place now
9th-10th November 2024
25th-26th January 2025
Lockie (Lachlan) Philips – Emotional Horsemanship 26 & 27 April 2025
THIS CLINIC IS FULLY BOOKED FOR PARTICIPANTS, however there are a few Auditor and Premium Auditor places available. Book through Lockie’s website below.
Lockie Phillips was born in Melbourne, Australia and began ballet aged 5. Because he wanted to. He learned how to push his body, explore its limits, extend and master it. And how trainers can be brutal or empathetic.
Lockie has formal qualifications as a horse trainer in Natural Horsemanship, though his methods have evolved since graduation.
Lockie has formal qualifications as an instructor in Harmonious Seat Riding, though his methods of teaching have evolved since graduation.
Lockie has formal qualifications as a hoofcare provider, though the trim he now offers has developed and evolved since graduation.
Lockie has prior professional experience as saddle fitter, riding instructor, freelance horse trainer, rehabilitation of rescue horses, stable hand/groom, and trekking guide.
The marriage of all his experience is ‘Emotional Horsemanship’ – empathetic, kind, science based relationship work, directed by deep listening and feel.