Certified Horsemanship Association International Conference October 17 – 20, 2013 Houghton College/Showplex Fairgrounds Hamburg, New York

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C e l e b r a t i n g Ou r 46t h An n i v e r s a r y CHA International Conference! Thank you to Our This year, we welcome you to The Showplex in Hamburg, New York with Houghton Corporate Partners & College. I’m looking forward to seeing you all Conference Sponsors: again as we gather to learn from each other and the great clinicians that are giving us their time and talent to enhance our horsemanship and teaching skills. The sessions this year continue to offer a wide spectrum of seminars and mounted lessons, with some sessions that this particular venue has made possible. www.myhorse.com www.AQHA.com These sessions will challenge you to expand and improve Equisure-inc.com your teaching and management skills, as well as your view of the industry. And speaking of view of the industry, mine is, there is nothing more important to our industry than providing a new rider with a safe, fun and positive www.actha.us experience. It is because of that, I believe CHA is the most www.appaloosa.com important equine organization in our industry. I hope you share my belief. I want to thank Joanne Young and her team for all their hard work to make this a great conference. Ward Stutz,CHA President www.backcountry www.acacamps.org horse.com www.natrc.org Welcome CHA Members and those that want to find out more about what we do. I often think about if I did this same job in Europe, I would be a government employee! It is mandated by the government in most countries in Europe that professional riding instructors are certified. Here in the it is voluntary to become certified. My hat is off to each of you that chose to become certified as you prove to your clients and other professionals that you are willing to take that extra step to enhance your horsemanship education and be able to help your students. Let’s have a great conference networking with others and learning from each other. Thank you Houghton College for hosting us! Christy Landwehr, CHA Chief Executive Officer ADVERTISERS: CHA Standards for Equestrian Programs...... 19 CHA Guide & Composite CHA 2014 Convention...... BC Horsemanship Manuals.....19 CHA DVDs...... 9 Equisure...... 13 CHA Program Supplies...... 17 High Hopes Therapeutic CHA Silent Auction Donors.....17 Riding, Inc...... 2 CHA Saddle Raffle...... 13 Stop Equine Colic ...... 7

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Executive Committee and preachers far from the distractions of the city. Although ideally situated for President - Ward Stutz...... [email protected] horse lovers on a ridge overlooking the gorgeous Genesee River valley (and in President Elect - Peggy Adams...... padams@[email protected] Vice President - Beth Powers...... [email protected] the time when horses were still a common mode of transportation), it was 101 Treasurer - Jim McDonald...... [email protected] Secretary - Tammi Gainer...... [email protected] years before Equestrian Studies were added to the curriculum. From its modest Immed. Past Pres. - Brent Morgan.... [email protected] beginnings in 1984 with seven lesson horses, one outdoor arena and only two Board of Directors college credit courses, Houghton College’s Equestrian Program has grown! The Anne Brzezicki...... [email protected] Danvers Child...... [email protected] Houghton College Equestrian Center is pleased to be a CHA accredited site. It Robert Coleman...... [email protected] now has four barns with a total of 51 box stalls, an indoor arena, classroom and Julie Fischer...... [email protected] Don Kleckner...... [email protected] office, three outdoor arenas with judge’s stands, trails, and cross country courses. Shellie Pilato...... [email protected] Darla Rathwell ...... [email protected] Students at Houghton College get opportunities to put their hard-earned CHA Terry Williams...... [email protected] certification to use by teaching riding lessons available to anyone fromthe Regional Directors community, by coaching each other in the free Equestrian Club riding times, Region 1 (BC, WA, W. MT, ID, OR, ALB) Teddy Franke and by working as Teaching Assistants for the professors of the “Horsemanship (541) 544-2149, [email protected] 1” classes. Community riding lessons are very popular in the area – some folks Region 2 (Sask., Manitoba, E. MT, ND, SD) drive an hour and a half to get to Houghton for their lessons. Tara Reimer (204) 392-6308, [email protected]

Region 3 (MN, WI, W. Ont., Upper MI, IA, IL) Laura Jones (807) 577-3630, [email protected] What about the horses? Houghton’s lesson herd includes horses for all levels Region 4 (Lower MI, IN, OH, TN, KY, WV, E. Ont.) of riders. The lesson herd includes 24 awesome horses, fitted with top quality Ingrid Poissant (517) 403-7628, poissantingrid@ saddles. Since the principles of classical are the foundation of all the yahoo.com teaching and training there, you would expect there might be some dressage Region 5 (NY, NJ, WA DC, VA, DE, PA, MD) Jo-Anne Young (585) 567-8142, [email protected] schoolmasters in the herd. You would be right. Of course, if students are working Region 6 (NH, VT, ME, MA, MD, CT, RI, NB, QB, NF) on Training, First, or Second Level dressage, there are plenty of lesson horses Lori Maciulewicz (774) 259-1004 or hideawayfarm- who can help. But the fun does not have to stop there! The lesson herd also [email protected] includes hunter-jumpers, eventers and western horses. And Houghton has some Region 7 (NC, GA, FL, SC, AL) Ken Najorka (407) 721-9711, [email protected] lesson horses that can get you in the money in Mini Prix jumper competitions, Region 8 (OK, TX, MS, AR, LA, NM) Charla Bundy and some to make the riders happy. Houghton professors and (405) 627-4919 or [email protected] students are extremely grateful to the donors of these wonderful horses. Region 9 (WY, NE, CO, KS, MO) Ashleigh Hamill (970) 416-8944 or [email protected] Region 10 (CA, NV, UT, AZ, HI) Cheryl Rohnke- Houghton’s welcome mat is always out, and the door is open. You can contact Kronsberg (714) 693-4886 or [email protected] the Equestrian Center at 585-567-8142 (or email [email protected]), Region 11 (AK & Yukon) This position is open. or check on upcoming equestrian events on the website at www.houghton.edu/ Contact CHA for more information. depts/equestrian.

CHA International Conference 2013 • 3 CHA Award Winners Volunteer of the year 2012...... Lori Maciulewicz Special Events 2011...... Tammi Gainer 2010...... Ann Streett-Joslin - Highlights - 2009...... Tim Alderson 2008...... Jack Breaks Silent Auction all. Riding spots are not open to day rate 2007...... Lynn O’Brien – Holiday Inn participants. All are welcome to audit all 2006...... Beth Powers 2005...... Bill Enns To be held Thursday - Saturday. Final sessions. Keep in mind that all riders will 2004...... Lynn Squire bids accepted at the banquet on Saturday be given a thorough safety check before 2003...... Christine Guenther 2002...... Dodi Stacey night. Make sure to stroll through the starting their session. ASTM-SEI riding 2001...... Jo-Anne Young auction area and bid on your favorite helmets and boots are required and not 2000...... Michal Kays 1999...... Susanne Valla items. Proceeds benefit CHA to help provided. 1998...... Barbara Christian provide scholarships to those who need 1997...... Lew Sterrett 1996...... Susan Harris financial help to attend a CHA clinic. Semi Private Dressage Lessons with JoAnne Young and Val McCloskey Partnership in Safety 2012...... Riders4Helmets CHA Site Visitor Training $55 a person to ride on top school horses 2011...... Saddle Up Safely – University of KY – Holiday Inn and ShowPlex with master instructors in dressage! 2010 ...... Troxel 2009 ...... Equisure, Inc. Join us Thursday 8 – noon and again 2008...... Kentucky Horse Park on Sunday from 8 – noon to become a CHA Clinic Staff Meeting 2007...... American Quarter Horse Association 2006...... American Vaulting Association CHA Site Visitor to help accredit equine – Holiday Inn 2005 ...... NARHA facilities throughout North America. We Friday 7:30 a.m. during breakfast 2004...... North American Horsemen’s Association 2003 ...... American Camping Association need you! 2002...... Markel Insurance Company CHA Regional Directors Meeting 2001...... American Youth Horse Council 2000...... Washington State 4-H Foundation CHA Strategic Planning – Open – Holiday Inn 1999...... Horse Council of British Columbia to all CHA Members – Ward Stutz Saturday 7:30 a.m. during breakfast 1998...... Hadley Stacey 1997...... Julie Fershtman of counsel CHA President/Peggy Adams CHA 1996...... Lexington Helmets President Elect Exhibits & CHA Product Line Stone School Horse of the Year - Holiday Inn Ballroom – Holiday Inn 2012...... Shawnee from PLA Horse Play in Covington, Please take the time to shop and check Georgia CHA Annual Awards Banquet out the great items on sale from CHA, 2011.....Chewy – Living Water Ranch – Fairbanks, Alaska 2010 ...... Cinder – Center Lake Bible Camp – Tustin, MI Saturday Night, October 19th at 7 p.m. our sponsors and vendors. Remember 2009...... BoJangles – Paradise Ranch – Springfield, TN – Holiday Inn CHA Life Membership at Conference is 2008...... Smokey – Dream Catcher Stables – Spring, TX 2007 ...... Doc – Golden Gate Vaulters – Golden, CO Susan Harris – Keynote and Cowboy only $650, a savings of $100! 2006 ...... Domino’s Crescent Moon – Eagle Ck Eq Ctrr – Griffin, GA Poetry with Mark Munzert 2005 ...... Mr. Peach – Emigrant Spgs Hrsmn – Grass Valley, CA 2004 ...... Woody – Woodloch Stables – Hugo, MN Help us celebrate in our best dress (black Opening Session and Annual 2003 ...... Shotgun Jetta – TLC Stables – East Swanzy, NH jeans are fine!) as we toast the following Membership Meeting 2002...... Yeller – Rancho Vista Therapy Ctr – Fort Collins, CO award winners: Thursday, October 17th at 1 p.m. at Instructor of the Year CHA Volunteer of the Year Holiday Inn – Welcome to New York 2012...... Patti Stalley of Riverton, Wyoming CHA Instructor of the Year address by Walter Zettl and then the CHA 2011.... Megan-Rai Ferguson of Saint Andrews, Manitoba 2010 ...... Mitzi Summers of Ft. Plain, New York Clinic Instructor of the Year Annual Membership Meeting to find out 2009...... Steven Lantvit of La Porte, Indiana Partnership in Safety Award the state of your association! 2008 ...... Tanya “T” Cody of Tallahassee, Florida 2007 ...... Jennifer Willey of White Bear Lake, Minnesota CHA School Horse of the Year 2006 ...... Karen Pikovsky of Irwin, Pennsylvania CHA Distinguished Service Award CHA Meet and Greet Reception 2005 ...... Lori Hall-McNary of Escondido, California 2004 ...... Rathel Gincig of Aurora, Colorado – Holiday Inn Ballroom 2003 ...... Cydney Adler of Burien, Washington Mounted and Hands-On Thursday, October 17th 6 p.m. – enjoy Horse Sessions heavy appetizers and drinks while you Clinic Instructor of the Year 2012...... Michal Kays of Rochester, Washington All mounted and hands-on horse sessions meet fellow CHA members from all over 2011...... Terry Williams of Blanchester, Ohio will be held in the indoor arenas at the the U.S. and . Keynote on How 2010 ...... Heidi Potter, Guilford, Vermont 2009...... Stan Loewen, Mead, Kansas ShowPlex Fairgrounds. Four riding spots to Brand and Market Your Business with 2008...... Millie Binkley, New Johnsonville, Tennessee are available for almost every mounted Josiah Brown 2007 ...... Jo-Anne Young, Houghton, New York 2006 ...... Tara Gamble, Edmonton, Alberta session. Riders sign up ahead of time 2005 ...... Polly Haselton Barger, Nashville, Tennessee at registration for the session of your Niagara Falls Dinner and Tour 2004...... Barbara Klatt, Lancaster, Ohio choice. Make sure to note riding ability Join us Friday evening at 4 p.m. when we 2003 ...... Darla Ryder, Weatherford, Texas at the top of each form; do not sign up bus over to Niagara Falls and enjoy a great Distinguished Service AwarD to ride in a class that is being taught at a buffet and sightseeing for only $80 per 2012...... Phil Peterson of Ritzville, Washington higher level than you ride. Limit one ride person. Make sure to bring your passport 2010 ...... Patrick Mullins, Bumpass, Virginia 2009...... Fred Bruce, Holbrook, Arizona time per person for the entire conference so you can walk over to the Canadian to make sure we have enough room for side of the falls as well! 4 • CHA International Conference 2013 Conference Presenters Thank you to all of this year’s volunteer Certified Horsemanship Association, Lynn consumer’s habits and trust, you can make presenters. Your willingness to share is a certified Master Instructor and Clinic better decisions about how to attract cus- your expertise is much appreciated! Staff Instructor. tomers to who you are.

Equine Forage Management How to Brand and Market Technique; There’s Gold in Your Business Keynote Katherine BarBarite Those Fields Thursday – 6 p.m. – Holiday Inn Ball Room Katherine teaches a Thursday – 3:30 p.m. – Holiday Inn Josiah will have some fun and engage the straight forward set Roundtable Discussions audience in helping to bring a “Secret of exercises that aide With forage prices climbing, pasture Marketing Formula” to the whole group. in the development management and hay evaluation are two Marketing is nothing more than the of a calm confident topics equine facility managers need to be study of common sense. This study can horse and rider. No up-to-date on. Whether or not animals on be broken down into tangible steps that matter the skill level the farm are for pleasure or part of the farm will enable a potential customer to clearly or discipline, these business, they are important to the opera- recognize who you are. steps remove fear and tor. Pasture management and making or resistance, elevating trust, communication purchasing quality hay have direct impacts Anne Brzezicki and bond. Understanding the importance on animal health and wellbeing in addi- Anne serves as of herd structure and leadership to enhance tion to farm profitability. This session will Director of Eques- safety and promote growth. Learn why bad cover the whys of managing pastures, how trian Programs, timing and poor releases lead to unhappy grazing affects plant growth, what influ- and coaches the and ridged horses. Most of all, ‘become ences plant nutrient content, composting equestrian team at more than a passenger, become a partner’. manure, when to apply nutrients to fields Middle Tennessee and selection of the right hay to fit the State University. Partnership & Confidence individual needs of your horse herd. Her background Building - Structured Foundation includes teaching at 101 and Preliminary 4-H horse camps in Saturday – 9 a.m. – ShowPlex Arena Ground Driving CT and TN, competing in USEF, IHSA and Master a straight forward set of exercises Saturday – 4 p.m. – Training Arena in Barn 9 AQHA shows, and coaching many youth, that builds a solid structured foundation. We will discuss the fundamentals of amateur, and Intercollegiate “Connecting with the mind and the feet putting the horse before the cart. This Association national champions. She has will follow.” Keep heightened safety in step-by-step walk through will introduce recently begun hosting CHA certification mind. Replace fear and build confidence participants to a safe and efficient way of clinics and thoroughly enjoys working with no matter the level, discipline, breed or driving a single harness horse. Topics to be other teachers in an atmosphere of shared age. Earn a higher level of trust, commu- covered include suitability, selecting har- enthusiasm, knowledge and techniques. nication and bonding. Develop advanced ness & cart, getting the horse accustom to concise communication and a better harness, pulling a load, along with other Bending Exercises understanding of horse psychology and valuable advice for a safe and enjoyable for Lateral Control mechanics, as you develop improved tim- experience driving your horse. Friday – 1 p.m. – ShowPlex Arena ing, finesse, balance and feel for a harmo- Help riders understand how to move the nious relationship. Josiah Brown horse’s body parts and improve the flex- Josiah has traveled ibility of your school horses at the same Lynn Bliven all over the country time. Bending exercises help riders think Lynn is a Resource speaking, but he about where and how to use their aids, and Educator with is no happier than improve the horse’s response. Turns on the Cornell University when he is speak- forehand and circles develop into lateral Cooperative Exten- ing in the horse movements in an easy to follow progression. sion. She began her industry which he career working as loves. Josiah has Doug Emerson a 4-H Agent and owned a market- Doug combined his ex- is currently work- ing and branding pertise in small business ing in Agricultural company in New York for 10 years and is strategy with his love of Economic Development; specializing in the publisher of the new and forthcoming horses to create Profitable beginning farmer outreach, local food sys- Magazine. Marketing Horseman, a company tems and livestock production. Lynn and and branding touches our lives every day. dedicated to helping husband Shawn operate a 52 acre farm in Josiah’s passion is to have fun while teach- professional horsemen Rushford, NY raising grass-fed beef, lamb ing businesses foundational concepts. and horsewomen who and poultry. A past board member of the Once you get a grasp of what is behind are struggling with the

CHA International Conference 2013 • 5 business half of the horse business. With the services also included staff selection, devel- jumping, racing, , cow horse, colt- help of 8 key strategies, Doug helps profes- opment and training; program planning starting, and wilderness riding. You’ve prob- sionals focus on improving and shaping and development; risk reviews; site plan- ably seen her articles in Horse & Rider, The their businesses to create the businesses ning; plus tack and saddle repair. He has Trail Rider and many other horse publica- they have always wanted while maintain- been involved with CHA since 1980, serv- tions. Julie is honored to be the International ing a proper balance of work, rest and play. ing on the CHA Board and Executive Com- Spokesperson for the Certified Horsemanship He has spoken at: American Morgan Horse mittee. In addition to CHA events, Jim has Association and was named Equine Affaire’s Annual Convention, American Ranch led workshops for a variety of regional and Exceptional Equestrian Educator. Julie grew Horse Annual Convention, USHJA Annual national groups, including the Pennsylva- up on the hunter-jumper circuits in Florida, Convention, Kentucky Equine Network As- nia Equine Council, the American Camp but is now at home in the west. She and sociation and has made numerous presenta- Association – Keystone Section, the YMCA, her husband Rich Moorhead live in the tions and conducted workshops for horse as well as the Pennsylvania State Univer- mountains. Both love versatility ranch horse organizations and clubs. Emerson writes a sity. He is a CHA certified riding instructor competitions and riding cow-horses. free electronic newsletter about the business and site visitor trainer and has had articles of horses which is available for subscription published in both The Instructor and Fun Unmounted Lessons at www.ProfitableHorseman.com. He has Camping Magazine. He resides in central to Improve written articles for Horse Chatter, Pennsylvania with his wife Jill. 9 a.m. – Saturday Illinois Horse Network and Perfect Horse – Showplex Club House Seminar Room Magazine. Doug and his wife Betsey are the Staff and Horse Selection Balance, alignment, rhythm, using your parents of six children and live in Lockport, Thursday – 3:30 p.m. aids—these are all skills that can easily be New York on a 28 acre horse farm. – Holiday Inn Roundtable Discussions taught from the ground in fun and chal- Critical points, considerations, sources and lenging exercises that anyone can do and Riding Lesson Program suggestions relative to these all-important that hone physical skills while giving the Profit Analysis program areas. Whether staff or horses -- student a deeper understanding of theory. Thursday – 2 p.m. – Holiday Inn where do we find them? How do we qualify In this session, learn how to analyze and them? How do we keep them? What do we All Skill Levels—All at Once build your current program for improving do when it is time for them to move on? Saturday – Noon – ShowPlex Arena - Keynote profitability and plan for growth. We will discuss these and other topics. It’s not always about teaching to the low- est level of the group. What if you have How to Publish an Electronic Western Saddle Fit to keep many different horses and rid- Newsletter For Your Clients Friday – 10:30 a.m. – Trail Encampment ers challenged and learning in the same And Future Clients An interactive workshop applying saddle arena, all at the same time? One rider can Thursday – 3:30 p.m. fit principles for both horse and rider to barely control her horse, while another – Holiday Inn Roundtable Discussions group riding programs. It will include is competing at the highest level—this is A step-by-step approach to begin publish- recommendations for saddles most suitable what horsemanship clinicians do and it ing a newsletter in less than 30 days will to group programs; fit for horse and rider; isn’t easy. Learn the tricks of rider/horse be discussed. saddle rigging; seat measurement; and analysis, keeping riders challenged and teaching one skill at many different levels, Understanding Horse Boarding evaluating a used saddle. Various saddles Profitability and Its and trees will be available as well as horses all at the same time. Contribution To Your Business to demonstrate fitting principles. Friday – 10:30 a.m. Leads, Departures and Lead Changes – Showplex Club House Seminar Room Julie Goodnight Saturday – 4 p.m. – ShowPlex Arena In this presentation, tips on boarding Julie is the popular Ask an advanced rider what she wants to profitability improvements and how to RFD-TV host of accomplish and chances are good that measure the benefit of boarding to your Horse Master airing the response will be ‘flying lead changes.’ program will be analyzed. Monday and Sat- Learn how to teach leads and departures, urday nights. Julie deal with lead problems and check off the Jim Glunt travels the USA shar- pre-requisite skills for flying lead changes. Jim has been involved ing her no-nonsense with horses for over 40 horsemanship years. In the past, he training with riders Katie Gussenhofen has led the horse op- of all disciplines. Whether you ride English, One of Katie’s earli- eration at a resort hotel, Western, dressage or trail ride, Julie’s “Classic est memories was directed a youth camp Skills for a Natural Ride” teaching helps you going to a Grange with an extensive horse feel more confident in the saddle and helps supper, then being program, and worked as you understand the “whys” of horsemanship. spirited away by a farrier. Prior to retiring She loves continually learning and sharing her grandfather, he offered a wide variety of support ser- horse behavior insights and she relates that still wearing her vices to group horseback riding programs knowledge to how you should interact with puffy little girl dress through Jim Glunt Equine Services. These your horses. She’s experienced in dressage and and patent leather

6 • CHA International Conference 2013 shoes, to head to the auction. Thus Susan E. Harris author/illustrator of Horse Gaits, Balance, began her love affaire with horses. In her Susan is an interna- and Movement, Grooming to Win, CHA twenties, Katie discovered ex-racehorses tional clinician and Composite Manual of Horsemanship and and . 1996 found her as a specta- equestrian author, the U.S. Pony Club Manuals of Horse- tor at Rolex where she met saddle maker, artist, and educator, manship, and has produced Anatomy in David Young. He turned a saddle upside teaching Centered Motion I: The Visible Horse and Anatomy down, cut it apart, and she was hooked. Riding, biomechan- in Motion II: The Visible Rider as DVDs. She Katie then spent 10 years selling saddles ics and anatomy and has also illustrated books on equine biome- for a major manufacturer and worked with horsemanship clinics chanics for Dr Hilary Clayton and Dr Gerd Olympic riders in every discipline involv- to riders of all breeds Heuschmann. Susan’s study of equine and ing English saddles. She has reflocked and disciplines. Her human anatomy and movement, artist’s saddles and currently balances all makes unique demonstra- eye and experience as an instructor, trainer of saddles. Katie has also been trained tion, “Anatomy in and judge, give her a unique perspective on in equine massage, mainly as it relates to Motion: The Visible Horse,” in which she horses, riders and how they move. You can biomechanics. paints the bones and muscles on a live visit Susan Harris online at www.anatomy- horse, has been a popular attraction at inmotion.com. English Saddle Fit equine expos and clinics around the world, Saturday – 9 a.m. – Training Arena in Barn 9 from and Japan to Europe. Susan How Horses Move: Understand- This presentation will review the ten is a Level IV (Advanced) Centered Rid- ing Equine Biomechanics and points of saddle fit and how saddle design ing clinician and has been honored as a How It Relates to School Horses affects rider position and impacts instruc- Master Instructor by the American Riding Friday – 2:30 p.m. – Showplex Club House tor effectiveness. Instructor Association. Susan Harris is the Seminar Room

CHA International Conference 2013 • 7 Susan shows the basics of how horses move, each other? We will use this round table Mike King good movement and damaging movement, discussion time to look for answers to Mike is a managing and practical approaches to helping your these questions and begin brainstorming Partner at Capri Insurance horses move their best and stay sound ways we can serve and partner to train up Ltd. and is responsible and healthy in a lesson program. safer, more effective young horse people. for the development and management of various equine insurance Equine Anatomy Workshop Teresa Kackert programs across Canada. As of today, over Saturday – Noon – Training Arena in Barn 9 Teresa has been 50,000 equine industry participants are A hands-on approach to equine anatomy: CHA Clinic Instruc- protected by Capri’s unique programs. discuss the equine skeleton and muscular tor since 2003. She Mike has been involved in the horse indus- system, questions & answers, and help is also Chris Irwin try in one way or another since childhood. paint the Visible Horse. Natural Horsemanship He has shown on the “A” circuit, judged ‘Double-Gold’ Certified horse shows, raised and trained horses for Anatomy in Motion: and a Richard Shrake The Visible Horse himself and clients and managed facilities Resistance Free Riding Saturday – 2:30 p.m. – ShowPlex Arena which offered a variety of services to com- Master Level Trainer/ Come and watch the Visible Horse in mo- petitors and recreational riders alike. Mike Instructor. Teresa is the creator of the ‘Soft tion and learn horse anatomy and how is well known as the ‘Insurance Guy’ in the Touch’ Training Program - Classical Equita- horses move. Canadian equine community. In addition tion & Natural Horsemanship and has over to running the brokerage in Aurora, On- Beyond “Heels Down” 20 years professional experience as a rider, tario; Mike teaches a course on equine risk --What Do We Really Teach? competitor, trainer, instructor, clinician management at the University of Guelph Saturday – 7 p.m. – Holiday Inn Ball Room and personal coach. She is founder of Great and regularly publishes articles addressing Come and join us for the CHA Annual Horses of America, Consignment Horse insurance topics in various publications. Awards Banquet and hear Susan Harris do a Sales company and Co-Founder of Pink Mike has over forty years of experience keynote speech directed to riding instructors. Heart Pony Kids, Inc. Teresa specializes in: involved in the horse industry and twenty confidence building in both horse and rider, years in the equine insurance industry. His Kathie Hilsher horse behavior modification, motivational background provides unique insight and Kathie lives on a personal coaching and skill enhancement understanding of the life we lead and the small hobby farm in for riders & horses of all levels and disci- risks we face with our equine partners – re- Houghton, NY with plines. www.GreatHorses.org. gardless of geography. Insurance for Horses her husband, two kids, & Their People – It’s what we do! and two horses. She ‘Soft Touch’ Horsemanship Equine Communication Risk Management currently teaches in Demystified Saturday – 1 p.m. the English department Thursday – 2 p.m. – Holiday Inn – Showplex Club House Seminar Room at Houghton College. Learn the subtleties of effectively commu- The specialized insurance products that all She grew up riding at nicating with your horse in every situation; people who own horses should understand. Houghton College Equestrian Center and applies to in and under saddle work. Liability and the equine professional / facil- there connected with CHA, took her first ‘Listen’ and ‘speak’ with your mind & body; ity operator - they can’t sue me - can they? certification clinic when she turned 18, verbal & nonverbal skills both you and your and followed with a second certification horse have and use at all times. Understand clinic at the age of 21 in hopes of being a ‘what’ your horse is telling you and ‘what’ Karolina LaBrecque clinic instructor. Since then she has taught you are telling him. THEY ‘see’ and THEY Karolina holds a Ph.D lessons privately, worked several clinics, ‘say’ it ALL! It is our job to ‘translate’. in Physical Rehabilita- began judging, started volunteering at tion and MS in Psychol- the Allegany County 4-H horse program, ‘Soft Touch’ Horsemanship ogy. She has 20+ years and taken on the task of teaching her kids Equine Performance Skills of horse experience and responsible and safe horsemanship—the Saturday – 1 p.m. – Training Arena in Barn 9 10+ in hippotherapy most important job of all. Put into practice the communication /therapeutic riding techniques learned above in Part 1. Fine experience. Karolina Partnering with 4-H tune & apply your equine communication holds PATH Interna- Thursday – 3:30 p.m. skills both verbal and nonverbal. Continue tional and CHA certifications in USA and – Holiday Inn Roundtable Discussions to develop your equine vocabulary and hippotherapy/ able body certifications Are the mission, vision, and objectives of ‘translation’ expertise. What are you really in Poland. In her carrier as educator and CHA and the 4-H Horse program compat- ‘saying’ to him: with merely your physical mentor she introduced over 300 students ible? How can we partner together with presence or your natural riding aids—leg, to the field of EAAT. Besides involvement 4-H as riding instructors to enhance the hands, seat, voice. Does he hear me? Is he in the horse world she in an international 4-H horse program in our own areas? How even listening! Does he understand me? speaker, life coach and psychology adjunct can the two organizations benefit from Uh oh… ’do I understand him?’ professor at the local collage. In her free

8 • CHA International Conference 2013 time she teaches fencing and is involved in tor, and ultimately moved into horse Amy Long-Mount DVM K-9 Search and Rescue Team. show management with positions at The Amy earned her BS in National Horse Show (Madison Square Gar- large animal science Why Equine Assisted Activities den), WEF, HITS, Capitol Challenge, 1996 from Delaware Valley and Therapies (EAAT) Work Atlanta Olympics, and many other notable College and her DVM Saturday – 10:30 a.m. events around the country. She went on from Purdue University. – Showplex Club House Seminar Room to manage the Andrews School Equestrian Amy has special inter- Directed at THR instructors, horseback rid- Center for 10 years in the Cleveland, Ohio est in equine dentistry ing instructors, hippotherapists, volunteers area where she currently resides. and complementary and parents this presentation is intended to medicine. In 2006 she broaden understanding of EAAT and show How Can my Equine Business completed the International Veterinary the science behind it. The scope of EAAT, Get Involved w/Interscholas- Acupuncture Society course in veterinary biomechanics of horse movement, influence tic Equestrian Association acupuncture and believes in using both of horse on the rider, therapeutic qualities of Thursday – 2 p.m. – Holiday Inn traditional and alternative medicines to the horse, the therapeutic process and cur- The Interscholastic Equestrian Association keep horses willing and able to perform rent research in the field will be covered. was founded in 2002. Just 10 years later, it boasts over 8,000 members who participate their best. Amy and her husband also run a horse boarding business in Cuba, NY. Roxanne Lawrence in two primary disciplines of Eq- Roxanne is the cur- uitation and Western Horsemanship/Rein- rent Executive Director ing. With its draw-based format, the IEA Equine Acupuncturist/Dentistry of the Interscholastic offers competitive opportunities to riders Saturday – 2:30 p.m. Equestrian Association, in grades 6-12 that may not own a horse, – Showplex Club House Seminar Room and she is an initial and it offers significant opportunities for Horses by nature are very accommodat- founding member of growing your business and attracting new ing animals and most “bad” behaviors that association. Origi- clientele to your lesson program. What can be explained as the horse’s way of nally from Atlanta, are the benefits to your business and your trying to ask (sometimes demand) help. Georgia, her equestrian experience started clients? How do you get involved? Come As horse owners, riders and trainers it is in the world of hunt seat riding. She spent to this session to learn all about the Inter- our responsibility to hear what they are several years as a trainer and instruc- scholastic Equestrian Association. trying to tell us and help them find the

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CHA International Conference 2013 • 11 right answer. Acupuncture and dentistry your vet. Through new technology, discovery Valerie is working towards her Gold Medal are two modalities that can be used to help of a revolutionary way for every horse owner and has competed at Intermediare with us to help them. Acupuncture is part of to treat colic where in 30 minutes gut sounds scores in the mid 60s. She has been riding traditional Chinese medicine and operates return. It is 100% effective on impactions, since she was a child and has competed in on the philosophy that bodily functions light sand, spasm, gas colics and also treat- Western, Huntseat and Dressage. Valerie and athletic performance are dependent on ment of diarrhea. Participants will learn how has obtained accreditation and certifica- the smooth flow of energy throughout the to recognize the early signs and symptoms of tion through CHA where she has earned body. Any interference or interruption in colic and how to effectively treat it quickly her Master Instructor and ACI certifica- that energy flow can disrupt normal func- and easily. Learn about the equine digestive tions. Valerie also coached an IHSA team tion, leading to disease. By placing tiny tract anatomy. Learn the cause, prevention for 5 years and brought them from 15 to needles at very specific locations we can and different types of colic and how it affects 7th place in a very competitive region. She stimulate the flow of energy and return the the digestive tract. trains horses and riders of all levels, breeds body to its properly balanced state. Equine and disciplines with emphasis on a correct Dentistry has made huge jumps forward Dan McCarthy foundation. Valerie is available for private, over the last 15 years and is a necessity for Working with horses semi-private and group lessons. safety, good health and maximum perfor- since he was 14, Dan’s Semi-Private Dressage Lessons mance. Getting your horse’s teeth “floated” thinking and there- Friday – 9 a.m. – ShowPlex Arena fore his training has involves much more than rasping off sharp – $$Extra Fee Required points with a file. Discussions on what it evolved to a place of means to properly “balance” the equine oneness with the horse. Exercises for Half Halt mouth and how dental health impacts Through private les- and Position performance and quality of life. sons, group lessons and clinics, Dan makes Friday – 1 p.m. this experience accessible to anyone who – Showplex Club House Seminar Room Reba Martinez desires to have that kind of intimate con- This will be an unmounted session. In this Having grown up around nection with their horse. Dan is certified session we will discuss the theory of and horses, Reba barrel raced as a Richard Shrake Resistance Free TM types of half halts and why and when you and competed in play Trainer and is committed to Bill Dorrance’s would use them. We will discuss the riders’ days as a child. As a teachings: making the right thing obvious, position and the importance of it in apply- setting things up for success, and work- young adult, she worked ing the half halts. ing within the horse’s timeline. When not as a pharmacy technician training or caring for his own herd at his in hospitals at night and How to Ride and Teach the home Little T Ranch in Hobart, NY, Dan Counter Canter exercised race horses ear- provides his time and talents to help reha- Saturday – 1 p.m. – ShowPlex Arena ly in the morning. She went on to a profes- bilitate horses for adoption through Rose- We will discuss and explore the steps and sional career in the industry mary Farm Sanctuary in S. Kortright, NY. preparation leading up to the counter as a jockey for 8 years and licensed trainer canter including being able to position for 10 years. She and her husband, Larry, Understanding the Timing of the haunches and control the shoulders, founded Blue Streak Stables, a horseman- a Horse Through Music as well as the theory behind why we do it ship camp that teaches girls 7 to 15 years Saturday – 10:30 a.m. – ShowPlex Arena and how to execute the counter canter. old all about horses. They learn to care for The magic of this program comes from you horses and are taught the foundations of tapping in to the rhythmic nature of your riding. As a CHA instructor for 10 years, horse. We accomplish this using music to Mark Munzert Reba is very qualified and has imparted a explain the footfall and song to obtain the Mark is a proud love of horses in many girls. rhythmic harmony – an elegant dance – cowboy and between you and your horse. The musical equine author Understanding New Technol- pulse is used to move the horse, rather and story-teller ogy in Treating Colic than driving or pressure. Selected songs as that appreciates and promotes Thursday – 3:30 p.m. – Holiday Inn Round well as spontaneous compositions are used the traditional, Table Discussions to create the natural, rhythmic communi- value-centric, Through years of working with horses, par- cation between you and your horse. measured evolu- ticularly the older horses at the stables, Reba tion and down to earth ways of life with has seen her share of colic cases. She has ap- Valerie McCloskey horses. Comfortable in the classroom, peared as a guest speaker at numerous events. Valerie is the trainer ‘at home’ in the saddle, or around the She has a wonderful flair in teaching to help and instructor at Whisper Wind and campfire, his brand of info-tainment is horse owners understand the digestive tract thought provoking, tear inducing and of horses, how each of these different types of a USDF Bronze and Silver Medalist, laugh producing. Mark operates HorseSur- colic affect the horse with signs and symp- awards she earned rounds, a provider of indoor arenas and toms. Vital signs and assessments are impor- on horses that she equine barns. You can reach him at www. tant and how to achieve these before calling trained herself. cowpokescorral.com

12 • CHA International Conference 2013 Cowboy Poetry During this arena demonstration, Dale will country and allowed him to work with a Saturday – CHA Awards Banquet - 7:00 p.m. provide an overview of the bit selection variety of individuals and horses. Ken is – Holiday Inn Ball Room process: identifying resistance and evalu- a CHA certified instructor and the Region ating individual horses; introducing and 7 Director. He has worked as an instruc- Dale Myler transitioning the horse and rider to a new tor for Dennis Reis Universal Horseman- Dale and his broth- bit; and following up with an evaluation ship that can be seen on RFD-TV. Najorka ers Ron and Bob are of the horse and further instruction for Performance Horses, LLC encompasses: third generation the rider. A basic knowledge of the Myler starting horses, problem solving, and fine horsemen, and are bitting philosophy as found in the Myler tuning the well trained horse. From the three of the world’s book, The Level Best for Your Horse, will beginner to the show pen, Ken prides leading bit design- be helpful but not required. himself on building a better horse-rider ers. Because of Dale’s partnership. From teaching basic horse- extensive research manship to working with various jurisdic- into equine dentistry Ken Najorka tions of mounted police in safety train- and equine physiology, the Mylers have With over thirty ing, Ken blends his knowledge of reining been able to bring an added understanding years of horse- horses and natural horsemanship to help of the connection between bitting and the manship experi- fill communication gaps between all types equine mouth to their designs. Dale has ence, Ken lives in of horses and riders. Ken is available to done bitting clinics and seminars all over the Central Florida as conduct seminars, demonstrations and US and in the following countries: , an active reining lessons throughout the year. Quality , , , , , instructor, but horses are available for sale or lease. You and . In 2006, Dale was knows that good can contact Ken at najorkaperformance- given the privilege of conducting a seminar horsemanship [email protected] at the Royal Mews at Buckingham Palace. and equitation are simply that, no matter the discipline. Balance of Horse and Rider Bits and Bitting Practical Ken’s experience as a coach and clini- Friday – 2:30 p.m. – ShowPlex Arena Friday – 10:30 a.m. cian reaches beyond the show pen. The Confidence, forward and balance - how – Training Arena in Barn 9 work has taken him to many parts of the important are they?

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CHA International Conference 2013 • 13 Jill Paxton programs where the focus is on safe interaction Horse Show Series and works with gaited Having grown up at- with horses in a welcoming environment. Her horses at two Vermont facilities. Ms. Potter tending horse shows passion is targeting and building solid begin- is a Level III Centered Riding© Instructor/ with her mother when ner safe horses and helping instructors develop Clinician and a CHA Master Instructor & she was judging, Jill’s their skill, in and out of the arena. In her free Clinic Instructor as well as the 2010 CHA involvement with hors- time, Shellie serves on the CHA Board of Direc- Clinic Instructor of the Year. She teaches, es has been lifelong. tors, works as Clinic Staff and continues to trains and conducts clinics throughout Currently as the Direc- develop her own riding and training skills. the country, as well as at her family’s tor of Equestrian Studies and Equine Man- southern Vermont farm, Maple Ridge agement for The University of Findlay, Jill Teaching Techniques Stable. To learn more about Ms. Potter, supervises both their English and Western for Riding Instructors her programs and clinics please visit Programs. Jill’s daughter Shannon Paxton- Thursday – 3:30 p.m. www.InHarmonyWithHorses.com Hannasch is the third generation showing – Holiday Inn Roundtable Discussions horses. Horses out of Jill’s training program This roundtable environment is an oppor- Horse Agility are APHA World, Paint Congress, Pinto tunity to explore the basic techniques of Training Seminar World, and Buckskin Congress Champions. teaching and discuss creative ideas of reaching Friday – 9 a.m. Jill retired multiple AHSA/USEF judging and engaging your students. Develop a better – Showplex Club House Seminar Room cards. She currently holds judging cards understanding of lesson planning and safe les- The IHA (International Horse Agility Club) with POAC, APHA, ABRA, ApHC, PtHA, son set up, share what happens to be working was founded in the United Kingdom by Van- Iowa Ranch Horse Association, Iowa 4H, for your program, or pick the brains of other essa Bee, author of The Horse Agility Hand- and Iowa Open shows. professionals to help get your creative juices book and the newly released DVD -Horse flowing. The topics to discuss could be endless Agility-The DVD. The club’s purpose is to Exercises to Prepare and entertaining. promote a safe, fun and unique competition Your Students to Jump experience for humans and horses of various Friday – 10:30 a.m. – ShowPlex Arena Putting the FUN Back Into ages, levels, abilities and breeds. Horse Agility This presentation will discuss how to Riding Fundamentals offers a venue for people who cannot or do strengthen your student’s foundation Saturday – 2:30 p.m. not ride horses and have a desire to compete. skills and position leading up to jumping. – Training Arena in Barn 9 It also serves as a way to keep older or rehab- A variety of exercises will be introduced Sometimes in our pursuit of riding, we often bing horses mentally, physically and emo- utilizing bounce lines and grid work to lose sight of the fact that at one time, riding tionally engaged. It is an ideal activity for help develop the student’s eye and timing. was FUN. This class is a way to help put the camps, lesson programs, therapeutic riding Open discussion will be encouraged. FUN back into your Riding Fundamentals programs or simply anyone who wants to by exploring different topics and horse- enjoy a new activity and improve the overall Stops on a Western Horse manship through mounted games. Keep relationship they share with their horse. A Friday – 2:30 p.m. – Training Arena in Barn 9 students engaged and learning. Bring school slideshow will be used to share information The topic of this presentation will pres- horses off of the rail get them thinking and about the of Horse Agility. It is done on ent the steps leading up to stopping a tuned back into their rider. Help instructors the ground with a strong emphasis on good western horse. Specifically focusing on the regain creative & safe teaching methods and horsemanship, improving communication importance of transitions and that they breathe life back into the riding program. and achieving a mutually respectful partner- are important throughout all disciplines. Beth Powers and Shellie will discuss safe ship with the horse. The goal in agility is to Additionally the progression for teach- use & introduction of props, creative use progress to working the obstacles at liberty. ing a stop will be outlined using different of mounted games and will make available In addition to developing a good set of skills modalities and discussing various learning resources and lists of games known to help on the ground the handler must be mindful styles. Open discussion will be invited. students reach their goals. and have a solid understanding of equine behavior. The goal is to achieve clear com- Shellie Pilato Heidi Potter munication and the ability to move your Currently the Heidi is a full time horse through the use of body language, Equestrian Director instructor, trainer and not through applying pressure. (No sticks, for the Girl Scouts of clinician with over 40 whips or flags allowed in competition). The Southeastern Michi- years of horse experi- only two rules for this sport are that it must gan, Shellie began ence in several disci- be SAFE and it must be FUN-for You and her professional plines. Her program, “In Your Horse! riding career over Harmony With Horses”, 30 years ago starting is designed to improve Horse Agility Training colts and in the relationship between Starter Course her father’s stable. Her background in various horses and humans. Using Natural Horse- Saturday – 10:30 a.m. – Training Arena in Barn 9 disciplines and areas of the equine industry manship techniques her work starts on the This presentation will begin with reviewing were instrumental to forming her career with ground and then progresses to under saddle. basic ground skills needed for agility and an horses. Shellie designs and implements riding She currently competes in the NE Stock introduction to some of the obstacles.

14 • CHA International Conference 2013 Beth Powers with hounds. Heather’s personal cross- Mitzi Summers Beth Powers training program varies according to sea- Mitzi has been has been a son to include activities for cardiovascular, an instructor and CHA instruc- strength, core and flexibility training. She trainer for many tor for over hikes, and trains in martial arts and dance years. She is 20 years for overall conditioning and to improve the recipient of many of these rhythm and co-ordination. In a project the 2010 CHA including be- management role with the Equine Canada, Instructor of the ing a member she was responsible for the development Year Award, a of the CHA board of directors. She has an of the national equestrian coaching and Level IV Centered Riding Instructor, and education degree from Miami University riding curriculums and certifications. She is a judge for the A.J.A. Mitzi works with all in Oxford, Ohio. She has presented topics recognized for her innovation in remodel- disciplines and all breeds of horses, and at CHA International and Regional Con- ing the equestrian adaptation of the Long specializes in “problem” horses, using only ferences, American Youth Horse Council Term Athlete Development sport model. positive reinforcement in her methods Symposium and at Equine Affaire Ohio. Heather owns Equifitt and you can find to rehabilitate horses. Mitzi has certified Beth was asked to be the Keynote speaker at out more at www.equifitt.com hundreds of instructors for CHA, and also the Wisconsin State 4-H conference and her travels internationally to teach instruc- topics included teaching techniques and Athletic Development of the tor and training workshops for Centered the process in which people learn different Rider and Fitness Exercises Riding and also for SUMMERS E.T. (Sum- skills. She holds a membership in AQHA Saturday – 4 p.m. mers Equine Theory). This program has and has received a Professional Horseman- – Showplex Club House Seminar Room been developed to educate riders, trainers ship distinction. Beth is a CHA Site Trainer National programs in all 67 major and instructors in the classical, non-abu- and Visitor and is currently serving as the in Canada are aligned with the Canadian sive methods of working with horses that CHA Vice President. model for long-term athlete develop- has been established for centuries. Mitzi ment (LTAD). For many sports, including has traveled to Europe, , New Putting the FUN Back Into equestrian, sport-specific models have been Zealand and throughout the United States Riding Fundamentals developed to create a coherent framework sharing her years of expertise to make the Saturday – 2:30 p.m. for designing programming that meets the lives of horses and their riders happier and – Training Arena in Barn 9 needs of riders of all ability levels, from more meaningful. Sometimes in our pursuit of riding, we recreational and beginner riders, to elite often lose sight of the fact that at one time, performance. The model is based on sport Centered Riding riding was FUN. This class is a way to help science related to natural developmental Friday – 1 p.m. put the FUN back into your Riding Funda- phases and windows of opportunity for – Training Arena in Barn 9 mentals by exploring different topics and skill acquisition. The principles of each Using images, knowledge of the biome- horsemanship through mounted games. stage help riding instructors and coaches chanics of horse and rider, and how horses Keep students engaged and learning. Bring with more tools for ensuring their stu- learn and understand, this session will be school horses off of the rail get them think- dents get the best preparation possible for addressing each horse and rider combi- ing and tuned back into their rider. Help the next stage of their development. This nation as unique entities. The goal for instructors regain creative & safe teaching workshop will provide an overview of the the session is that each rider and horse methods and breathe life back into the framework, how it is useful for equestrian will have improved in performance and riding program. Shellie Pilato and Beth will instructors, and provide some oppor- understanding. The only way that we can discuss safe use & introduction of props, tunity for peer discussion and sharing. communicate with our horses correctly is creative use of mounted games and will Fitness helps a rider with more accurate through our bodies and correct use of the make available resources and lists of games aids and less risk of injury regardless of natural aids. Weight incorrectly distrib- known to help students reach their goals. whether the goal is pure enjoyment or uted, mixed signals, tension or stiffness high performance. Coaches and instruc- in the body of the rider can all result in Heather Sansom tors that understand the basic elements of confusion and even apprehension in the Heather is a rider rider fitness are better able to help guide horse. Centered Riding allows each rider biomechanics and their students toward health and fitness to become familiar with how to use their conditioning specialist. choices which contribute to achievement bodies correctly when they ride. “Hands She is a certified elite of their riding goals. In some cases, the rid- On” work is used when appropriate to Personal Trainer, Cen- ing instructor may be that student’s most better the understanding of each rider on tered Riding® Instruc- significant influence on health and fitness how to communicate to the best of their tor and Equine Canada at that moment. This talk will provide ability with their horse. Mitzi will encour- Competition Coach. A an overview of rider fitness, touching on age the audience to come into the arena at lifelong rider, she has important muscle groups, movement pat- times to learn first-hand some of the more trained in Dressage at Level 4 and is proud terns, considerations based on seasonal common procedures and body work that of having done at least one barrel race in training plan, and common postural issues are the most helpful with riders. her life, taken lessons, and hunted and compensating patterns.

CHA International Conference 2013 • 15 Jennifer Willey wean out some of our prospects? Confor- wonderful instructors as Walter Zettl (dressage Jennifer is a CHA master mation does not have to be frightening coach to Canadian event team when they won instructor and clinic staff or overwhelming. Attend this session and bronze at Los Angeles Olympics), Bertin Potter with a bachelor’s degree in decide if you should place your horse in in Germany, Molly Sivewright (FEI judge and marketing and sales. She cur- the class at the local show after you past chair of the Fellows of the British Horse rently works in Minnesota. learn how to size up your competition. Yet, Society), Carel Eijkenaar (FEI judge), Eddo keep in mind that most horses have flaws Hoestra (FEI Trainer) and Doris Halstead (Physi- Social Media and and how we deal with these flaws helps us cal Therapist and author of “Releasing the Po- How to Harness It in the longevity of our horse’s career. Learn tential: Physical Therapy Modalities for Horse Thursday – 3:30 p.m. – Holiday Inn how to evaluate form to function of your and Rider.”) Jo-Anne is the author of the M.A. Roundtable Discussions prospects and choose the horse that will thesis: “Preparing students for riding instructor Are you utilizing social media? If not, you best meet your individual needs. certification through college curricula.” should be! Social media such as Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn is no longer a trend; Jeff Wilson Eventing Courses it has become a valid marketing, commu- “Starting young horses, Thursday - 3:30 p.m. nications and networking business tool reschooling problem horses, – Holiday Inn Roundtable Discussions that is free to use! This discussion will talk and putting people together Designing and building multi-level cross about some tips to navigating the technol- with their own horses suc- country obstacles; using available materi- ogy, communicating with your fans and cessfully are all pursuits that als to construct sturdy, safe cross country how to grow your business following. I have focused on.” With jumps; preserving jumps for future seasons a thirty year professional will all be discussed. Terry Williams career, Jeff furthered a love for all breeds of Terry is a 1984 graduate horses through the training and pursuit of Semi-Private Dressage Lessons of Otterbein College natural horsemanship and dressage, a study Friday – 9 a.m. – ShowPlex Arena in Ohio with a Bach- which has naturally evolved into Western – $$Extra Fee Required elor’s Degree in Equine Dressage. Bringing the west coast explo- Science and Stable sion, Western Dressage, to the east coast has Management. Terry has Walter Zettl been Jeff’s mission and goal since its formal been a Clinic Instructor Born in Czechoslovakia in creation in 2010. Now, as a Western Dressage with CHA since 1988, and a certified riding 1929, Walter was trained clinician, Jeff’s goal has been to help western instructor with CHA since 1985, earning in Germany, working people learn and teach their own horses the her ACI rating in 1986. Terry is also a Clinic for many years under tools that have been developed through the Instructor for The Equine Facility Manage- the esteemed Col. Aust, centuries. Jeff has bred, raised, trained and ment Program, a certified Overnight guide, for whom he eventually shown his Morgans for almost 35 years. His a Site Visitor, a past Region 4 Director, and became First Assistant in bloodline, Black Willow Morgans, was fea- currently a CHA Board of Directors Member. 1955. He received many honors through tured at the World Equestrian Games where She has been on the Approved List of Ohio the years, including the German Federa- Jeff presented his two Morgan stallions. 4-H Judges since 1995. Terry has taught both tion’s Gold Riding Medal, for which he was in year round residential camps and privately. the youngest ever recipient at the age of 21. Western Dressage Keynote She currently specializes in teaching Problem He received his Reitlehrer certification after Friday – Noon – ShowPlex Arena Riders vs. Problem Horses. Terry graduated reaching the minimum age of 25. In 1981 he The western working horse has been the from nursing school in June 2009 and has moved to Canada, where he continued his backbone of our country. Helping that been practicing as a registered nurse since lifelong pursuit of teaching horses and riders, horse be a better riding horse through then in a large hospital in northern Cincinna- including coaching the Canadian Olympic the timeless principles of dressage is my ti. Previous to nursing school, Terry managed Three-Day Event team in dressage for the mission statement. Bringing to the horse a a large thoroughbred breeding and training 1984 Olympics in Los Angeles. He has written longer useful life, bringing to the rider the farm for ten years. She resides with her family many articles for German and US publica- highest level of horsemanship they desire. in Blanchester, Ohio. tions (such as USDF Connections and Dres- sage Today in the US, St. George Dressage Conformation Form JoAnne Young magazine in Germany, etc.) and has authored to Function JoAnne has been teach- 3 books: Dressage in Harmony (also pub- Friday – 9 a.m. - Training Arena in Barn 9 ing riding and training lished in Germany), The Circle of Trust, and When we look to buy a house we hire horses for over 40 years, the newest, Ask Walter. His teachings and someone to see if it is structurally sound. and is happy that she is insights are also available in the DVD series When buying a horse it should be the still learning. Every student “A Matter of Trust”. same. Would you like to be able to predict and every horse bring fresh what your horse’s potential lameness/un- challenges that keep life Welcome to New York Key- soundness issues would be in the future? interesting. She has been note Address This is one reason we hire a vet for a pre- privileged and blessed Thursday – 1 p.m. purchase exam. Yet, wouldn’t it be nice to beyond her wildest dreams to study with such – CHA Annual Meeting – Holiday Inn

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