2-Day Liberty Horsemanship Clinic with Chrissy Wzorek

Join us for an immersive two-day Liberty Training clinic at West Wind Icelandics. Under the guidance of Chrissy Wzorek from CJW Horsemanship, participants will discover how to develop a deeper connection with their horses through groundwork and liberty training.

Each day combines theory and hands-on practice. Your morning begins with an engaging roundtable discussion, followed by group training sessions where you'll learn foundation skills, relaxation techniques, and body control exercises. After lunch prepared by chef Alexis deBoschnek, you'll receive focused attention during individual and semi-private sessions to refine your skills.

Whether you're new to liberty work or continuing from our previous clinic, this program teaches you how to create a language where your horse seeks to be a part of the conversation. Through clear communication and attunement skills, you'll build confidence and trust with your horse.

Participant spots are limited to 9 per day to ensure quality instruction. Auditors are welcome and will gain valuable insights from observing all sessions. The facility offers indoor arena, a comfortable tack room for instruction and stabling options for participants bringing horses.

Key Takeaways:

• Foundation skills and relaxation techniques
• Body control and clear communication cues
• Positive reinforcement (R+) training
• Individual attention and personalized feedback
• Progress toward liberty work goals

Previous participants will build upon established skills while newcomers will discover the fundamentals of liberty training in a supportive environment.

Info: Participants arrive for check-in and complete necessary release forms. Coffee and tea will be available in the tack room throughout the day. Those bringing horses will have time for settling and stabling.

Info: Begin your day with an in-depth discussion of liberty training fundamentals. This interactive session introduces key concepts and training philosophy, with plenty of opportunity for questions and group discussion about establishing the foundation for successful liberty work.

Info: Transition to hands-on work where participants will practice basic liberty exercises focusing on clear communication, relaxation techniques, and understanding body language, both their own and their horses’. Work as a group to develop essential groundwork skills and begin building connection and draw through specific exercises.

Info: Enjoy a freshly prepared meal by Chef Alexis deBoschnek while horses get a well-deserved break. This time provides an opportunity to process morning learnings and prepare for afternoon sessions.

Info: The afternoon session will focus on personalized instruction tailored to each horse-human pair. Participants will be separated into semi-private groups or have individual round-pen sessions based on their current level. Work one-on-one with Chrissy to refine techniques learned in the morning and address specific challenges or goals.
Timing is subject to change.
There will be private lessons after the clinic available for auditing as well.

Info: Coffee and tea available in the tack room for participants as we prepare for a day of advanced work.

Info: Building on Saturday's foundation, this discussion delves into more complex aspects of liberty work. Review progress from day one and set goals for advancing your horse's liberty training journey.

Info: Put advanced concepts into practice with progressive liberty exercises. Focus on refining communication and developing more clarity in your interactions with your horse through advanced groundwork and liberty techniques.

Info: Break for another delicious meal prepared by Chef Alexis deBoschnek. Horses rest while participants share experiences and insights from the morning's advanced work.

Info: Conclude the clinic with focused individual attention. Work on specific challenges, refine advanced techniques, and receive guidance on continuing your liberty training journey after the clinic. Auditing of final private lessons.
Note: Schedule may adjust slightly to accommodate participant needs and optimize learning opportunities.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

West Wind Icelandics, 2122 Dry Brook Road, Delhi, United States