Benefits include:

• Development of detailed pre-ride routines
• Improved confidence
• Coping with mistakes - during and after a ride
• Ability to stay ‘in the moment’
• Relax or activate physical and mental energy as needed
• Confidence for program changes (new horse, new division, etc.)
• Memorization strategies for courses and work-offs
• Integrating performance goals into your rides
• Use of time-management and down-time at shows
• Increased ability to listen and assimilate information in lessons and clinics
• Preparation for special shows and finals
• Skills for re-entry into riding after time-off or injury

Clinic Components

Day 1: Classroom Session

• This un-mounted group session orients riders to basic sport psychology techniques (2.5 hours).
• 6 - 12 people per group.
• Clinics held at your facility.
• Take-home materials and strategies to implement immediately are provided.
• Topics:

Goal Setting: Outcome, Performance and Success Strategies
Self-Talk: Increasing awareness and control
Relaxation & Activation: Adjust mental and physical energy
Visualization: From Fundamentals to Fine-Tuning
Focus skills: Control your attention and concentration
Centering: Breathing, focus and body awareness
Tracking rides

Day 2: Mounted Session

• Group riding sessions provide exercises to highlight the rider’s focus, preparation, goals, debriefing skills, energy management, centering and visualization.
• Trainer is in the ring to help with specific training issues as needed.
• Video recording and review may be included.
• Learn coping skills and strategies to handle mistakes, the ‘unexpected’, or negative habits.
• Techniques to utilize during down time or when watching other riders in clinics, lessons and shows.

==> Clinics can be held on one day or consecutive days depending on number of participants.
==> A variety of schedules and program emphasis can be created to fit facility and trainer needs.