Ruthann’s Clinic Formats

2-Day  Top Turnout Clinic and Two Workshops

On day one Ruthann demonstrations.  The idea is to get as many people there as possible as the content pertains to all levels of equestrians in all disciplines.  Attendees sit in bleachers or in a theater made of bales.   Ruthann will cover many techniques to save you time and money while improving your horse’s mind, body and spirit.  Topics includelots of techniques to send winners to the ring:

• Pulling without upsetting the horse
• Braiding fast, beautifully and with NO cramped hands
• Handling for confidence and safety
• Common threat safety solutions
• Instant quieting tricks for difficult horses
• Grooming without dust and for the best shine
• Grooming for suppleness, health and hair
• Troubleshooting soundness issues
• Blanket fitting, use, folding and care
• Seasonal care myths & tips
• Establishing winning worldview for your horse

The second clinic day is an opportunity to hold two Hands-on Braiding and/or Bandaging Workshops (Two 3.5 hour sessions/ up to 4 people for braiding, 12 for bandaging). 

2-Day Fee: $1,8000 USD + travel, meals & lodging expenses.    The fee can discounted $200 if paid in total upon scheduling.

3-5 Day  Training

Expands on the 2-Day format with additional customized advanced demonstration and hands-on sessions for groom training and other agendas.  Custom formats include Turnout Clinic, Bandaging and Braiding Workshops plus choice of topics such as: 

• Bandaging for work, support and travel
• Getting to the ring
• Hoof care and maintenance for soft and hard footing and feet
• Cooling when to walk and when to bathe, how to dress horses
• Horse clothes fitting choices, safety and laundry tips
• Trimming when, why, how and other circumstantial choices
• Tack fitting and care
• Bathing for efficiency and confidence
• Flying horses well
• Showing packing, time management, work lists and other systems
• Reading the schedule- getting to the ring on time
• Grooming in various climates
• Advanced braiding

3-Day Fee: $2,500 UDS + travel, meals and lodging expenses.

Groom Training and Consultation

Make your business more profitable.  Ruthann is now available for private consultations and coaching to increase profit and soundness while saving time.  Incorporate the best care systems and management practices. 

• Streamline your operations for efficiency
• Save on bedding, laundry, equipment and other resources
• Train your barn manager and grooms to improve soundness, communication, cleanliness, scheduling and productivity
• Improve ring preparation, decrease lunging injuries
• enhance client relationshi

Call us today to schedule.