3-Day Intro to Mountain Trail
and Working Equitation
What does riding with a feel and connection mean to you and your horse? How can you improve this language between the two of you? This course offers a deeper look into effective communication using natural and artificial aids, pressure and release, and proper cue timing to dance in harmony with your horse and build lasting confidence. Over the course of the program, you will engage in groundwork with feel, transition to trail and arena work, explore classical methods of lightness, and incorporate a dedicated day of cavaletti work to refine your skills, concluding with a purposeful working equitation course work. Guided by instructors Michelle Wolf and Chris Jonason.
Includes: Horse Paddocks and Camping
Cost: $500
Auditors: $45.00 per day
2026 Dates:
June 20-21
Time:
9 am - 5 pm
Please call for more details.
Cancellation Policy
Refunds are not offered, but you may reschedule once within that year. To reschedule, please contact us at least seven weeks before your course date. There is a $200 rescheduling fee, valid only within the original booking year and if space is available.
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This clinic kicks off with a deep dive into the Ease of Handling phase of Working Equitation. You will gain a comprehensive overview of how judging works and learn the fundamental strategies needed to negotiate a course smoothly and efficiently.
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The second day steps up the technical difficulty on our 50-obstacle mountain trail course. We will focus heavily on advanced canter work, helping you refine your collection, transitions, and precision through complex obstacles. We will also analyze the various competitive levels and discuss targeted strategies to maximize your judges' scores.
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The final day introduces the high-octane Speed phase. You will learn the tactical strategies needed for competitive speed rounds, focusing on how to safely increase your pace, navigate tight turns, and shave critical seconds off your time while maintaining total control and precision.
Includes: Horse Paddocks and Camping
Cost: $500
Auditors: $45.00 per day
3-Day Intro to Mountain Trail & Working Equitation
What does riding with a feel and connection mean to you and your horse? How can you improve this language between the two of you? This course offers a deeper look into effective communication using natural and artificial aids, pressure and release, and proper cue timing to dance in harmony with your horse and build lasting confidence.
Over the course of the program, you will engage in groundwork with feel, transition to trail and arena work, explore classical methods of lightness, and incorporate a dedicated day of cavaletti work to refine your skills, concluding with purposeful working equitation course work.
Day 1: Mastery of Ease of Handling & Strategy
Day 2: Advanced Canter Work & Technical Trials
Day 3: Introduction to Speed Rounds
3-Day Intro to Mountain Trail & Working Equitation
Cashmere, WA • Instructors: Michelle Wolf & Chris Jonason
What does riding with a feel and connection mean to you and your horse? How can you improve this language between the two of you? This course offers a deeper look into effective communication using natural and artificial aids, pressure and release, and proper cue timing to dance in harmony with your horse and build lasting confidence.
Over the course of the program, you will engage in groundwork with feel, transition to trail and arena work, explore classical methods of lightness, and incorporate a dedicated day of cavaletti work to refine your skills, concluding with purposeful working equitation course work.
Day 1: Mastery of Ease of Handling & Strategy
Day 2: Advanced Canter Work & Technical Trials
Day 3: Introduction to Speed Rounds
