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Light hands
offers the ability "to reach the horse's
body through his mind; it's a greeting of
sorts, a handshake of the heart." Clinician
Jon Ensign
"When a horse
is taught to balance himself and not rely on
the rider's hands to hold him in frame,
lightness occurs." Light hands represent the
highest achievement between horse and rider.
~Clinician Eitan Beth-Halachmy
"Light
Hands Horsemanship.... where you are a
"guest, not an auditor."
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Monty Roberts will join LHH |
 Famed horseman, author
and clinician Monty Roberts
will join LHH on Saturday
May 22 at 12:45 pm for a
demonstration on
"lightness." Monty, a
strong supporter of LHH was
at our first LHH in 2007. We
are excited to have him back
sharing a little bit of his
expertise and knowledge. For
those of you who wish to
make it a full week of
horsemanship plan on
attending Monty's clinic at
his Flag is Up Farm in
Solvang located in the Santa
Ynez Valley. His clinic will
follow the LHH event. He is
located only 30 minutes from
the LHH location.
For more
information on Monty and his
up coming clinic visit:
www.montyroberts.com
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Popular Demand Jack Brainard
returns to LHH in 2010
We
are very excited and honored to have
Legendary Texas Horseman Jack Brainard
as our guest clinician in 2010.
Jack brings with him a wealth of
experience, education and horsemanship.
He is the horsemen's horseman.
Trainer, Breeder, Judge, Leader,
Teacher, Author, Mentor and Friend are
all accurate labels of Jack Brainard of
Tioga, Texas, long known for his
contributions to the equine industry and
his lifelong commitment to horses and
the people who enjoy them.
Jack Brainard has bred and trained
horses for over 53 years and judged for
a variety of national horse associations
for over 40 years.
In 1966 Jack Brainard helped organize
the National Reining Horse Association (NRHA)
and served as one of its original
directors. Jack has is also a well
respected author and has written two
popular books: If I Were To Train a
Horse and Cowboys Past, Present &
Future
Jack Brainard, at 85,
still trains his own two-year-olds. Most
days he can be found schooling numerous
horses, teaching students, or traveling
the roads to conduct one of his many
clinics. His students marvel at his
“easy to understand” presentation of the
prerequisites and elements of the
“flying lead change,” his positive and
motivating approach to both horse and
rider, and his never-ending enthusiasm
for doing what he truly loves.
www.jackbrainard.com
 Light Hands Horsemanship is proud to announce that the popular TV/Radio Host and Author, Rick Lamb will be acting as Master of Ceremony at the event for his 3rd year. In addition to Rick's yearly duties of MC, in 2010 Rick will also be a guest speaker. He is a wealth of knowledge and stories that all will greatly enjoy. Rick's topics will be posted in the near future.
Rick Lamb is best known to
horse lovers around the world as host of The
Horse Show with Rick Lamb on television and
radio. He has also written three books: The
Revolution in Horsemanship (with Dr. Robert
M. Miller), Horse Smarts for the Busy Rider,
and Human to Horseman. He is a
featured presenter at numerous horse expos
each year and permanent host of Road to the
Horse, the popular annual colt-starting
contest. Rick lives in Phoenix, Arizona with
his wife, Diana, and their four horses.
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Rick Lamb, well known
author, TV and radio
host will also be
a Guest Speaker at LHH
in 2010.
Stay tuned for subjects
to be covered. |
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www.thehorseshow.com
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Richard Winters
2009 Winner
of Road to the Horse joins LHH in 2010
Horsemanship – A Lifelong
Passion
For nearly three decades
Richard has dedicated himself to honing his
horsemanship skills and to passing this
knowledge onto others. His vast experience
includes starting literally hundreds of
horses that have gone onto almost every
equine discipline imaginable. Richard's
credentials extend from the rodeo arena and
high dessert ranches of the west, to being a
highly sought after trainer and horsemanship
clinician.
Richard considers himself a product of many
great horsemen that he has had the privilege
to ride with. The absence of a fixed
destination fuels his passion. “The further
I go in my horsemanship, the further there
is to travel while on this journey!” From
the weekend trail rider to the competitive
world of three day eventing and reined cow
horses, Richard makes it possible for people
to realize their horsemanship dreams.
Richard’s credentials
include World Champion-ship Titles in the
National Reined Cow Horse Association along
with being an A rated judge. Richard’s most
recent accomplishment was making the Limited
Open Finals at the World Championship
Snaffle Bit Futurity in 2008. Richard also
earned the Reserved Champion Title, in the
Limited Open Derby, in Stephenville, Texas,
in 2008. In 2007 Richard was named champion
of the West Coast Equine Experience “$10,000
Colt Starting Challenge.” He was also
presented with the 2007 Monty Roberts Equitarian Award for outstanding
achievements in Horse/Human relationships.
Much of Richard's work has been accomplished
through the numerous clinics he conducts
around the country. He also enjoys being a
guest presenter at various Horse Expo's.
A love for horses, knowledge developed
through years of practice and study, and a
willingness to continue learning, are the
components that make Richard the “Masterful
Equine Communicator” that he is today.
www.wintersranch.com |
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News Flash.... |
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Western Horseman
October 2008 issue features article
"Easy Does It" on LHH by publisher Darrell Dodds
Click Here to read article.
(pdf 620kb)
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AN
INVITATION TO AN ADVENTURE IN LIGHTNESS
“Equine
Learning: From Birth to Maturity”
LIGHT HANDS HORSEMANSHIP™
May 20-23, 2010
It is with great anticipation that we again
offer the equestrian public this new and
innovative concept and format in the teaching of
horsemanship for the third
year. As all of us have traveled around the
country teaching at clinics and equine
expositions we hear the same comments. “Ok, you
have showed us how to start a young horse, now
what?” or “This is great to see such an advanced
horse but how do we get there?” Always listening
to the needs of our horse public the four of us
decided to form a group of horseman in a clinic
setting that will take you from “Birth to the
Advanced Horse.”
Each of these clinicians are unique and
committed to their particular field of teaching
and training. One of the things that they all
have in common and will stress in their
presentations, is the use and development of
“LIGHTNESS.”
“LIGHTNESS” is their cornerstone, it is what all
5 clinicians strive for from their “first
touch thru advanced training”. You will see
“lightness” from the hand held touch of a lead
line to the hand and rein communication of the
advanced horse and rider.
How do you create the “lightness?”. Join us May 20-23, 2010. in
the beautiful Santa Ynez Valley. These five horsemen are “MASTERS OF LIGHTNESS.” They will teach you, share
their knowledge and create a desire in you to
know more, to learn more. It promises to be a
weekend not easily forgotten.
Welcome back to
LHH IV from Dr. Robert M. Miller
The success of our
2007, 2008, and 2009 Adventures in Lightness at Intrepid Farms in California’s beautiful Santa Ynez Valley has encouraged us to do it again.
The enthusiastic comments from our
international audience, representing so many
different breeds and disciplines is hard to
ignore. The social aspects of the event seemed
to please people as much as the education in
horsemanship. This events setting is
beautiful, not a dusty uncomfortable arena or
showgrounds but a private estate where every detail
is attended to. Green grass, white fences, shade
trees, mountain views and ocean breezes, and lots of
beautiful roses and color. You will think you are at
a resort so come prepared to really
enjoy yourselves.
So, May 20-23, 2010 we are going to do it again. The theme will be the same:
LIGHTNESS. What is “LIGHTNESS ?” By definition
it is an immediate and full response to an
absolutely minimum amount of stimulus (signal).
In all disciplines, lightness in the use of the
reins, the hands, the seat, and the legs is too
often overlooked. LIGHTNESS and how to achieve
it will again be the heart of this event.
"The Revolution Horsemanship has produced no
finer teachers than the three gentlemen
returning to California’s Santa Ynez Valley
May May 20-23, 2010
Masters of subtlety, soft hands & quiet methods
of Western, English, and Classical Horsemanship,
they will demonstrate, on elegant horses, how to
achieve complete respect and compliance without
producing fear in the horse. This event will
continue to inspire you and help you to achieve
oneness with the horse."
This event will emphasize the training of the
horse from birth to advanced levels. I have met
few people in my life who were born with the
qualities of patience, persistence, empathy,
dedication and gentleness that are necessary in
a great horseman. These
5 gentlemen have those gifts and they will share them with you.
That is our theme: “LIGHTNESS, The Training of
the horse, from birth to finish.”
We all look forward to sharing our knowledge and
love for the horse with each and every one of
you once again. This is an auditor
only clinic, no need to bring a horse.... just come,
relax, share and learn.
Robert M. Miller DVM
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continually updated...much, much more to
follow!!
Photos by Mary Buckley and Shery Jespersen,
Debbie Beth-Halachmy
and Betsy Viets Wallen
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