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Three Phase Approach

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Immersion

Phase 1

Immersion starts with an evaluation of the state of the horses movement and frame of mind. Braces (areas of resistance or imbalance) are identified and a plan of action is designed to eliminate the braces and begin the journey to softness, straightness, suppleness and impulsion.

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Refinement

Phase 2

This second phase begins to concentrate on the individual goals of each horse and rider combination. At this stage students will be consistently working with Suppleness, Straightness and Impulsion.

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Mastery

Phase 3

The third and final phase, combines and helps riders apply all the elements from the Immersion and Refinement Phases to achieve their chosen goals.

Bridle horses, Dressage and Eventing, 3rd Level and above.

Clinic & Class Formats

School of the Horse

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Turn Insight Into Progress

Ever walked away from a clinic full of ideas—but unsure how to put them into action? Ride & Review bridges that gap, giving you not only the experience, but a personalized plan to continue growing long after the clinic ends.

This unique two-day format combines hands-on riding with video analysis and group discussion. Watching yourself ride is one of the most powerful learning tools available—we've seen riders improve targeted challenges by up to 25% in a single review session.

Day 1
• 3-hour group riding clinic
• Individual riding test (video recorded)

Day 2
• Morning classroom session: group video review, guided discussion, and personalized lesson plans
• Afternoon: 2-hour arena session to apply your custom plan in real time

You’ll walk away with clarity, confidence, and a path forward—ready to take your horsemanship to the next level.

Horsemanship I & II

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These two-phase clinics are designed to strengthen the connection between horse and rider through feel, understanding, and clear communication. Working closely with Greg, you and your horse will grow together—building trust, clarity, and confidence as a team.

 

Phase One: Immersion
The Immersion phase focuses on foundational groundwork to help create a relaxed, responsive, and mentally available horse. You’ll learn how your horse processes information and how to communicate using feel—laying the groundwork for a balanced and willing partnership. As these principles transition to the saddle, you’ll begin to see the benefits of true softness, with your horse responding to the lightest suggestion. With this shared language, both horse and rider can begin to work together in greater harmony—no matter the discipline.

Phase Two: Refinement
In the Refinement phase, the focus shifts to your individual goals. With a strong foundation already in place, you and your horse will work more specifically toward your chosen discipline or challenges. This phase helps fine-tune the skills developed in Immersion, advancing your partnership with greater precision, feel, and purpose.

Cow Working

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Working cattle combines all the elements Immersion, Refinement and Working Equitation. 

The Benefits of Working the Cows for Dressage - Hunter/Jumper & Pleasure Riders

¨Hindquarter engagement

¨ Shoulder control

¨ Improved transitions

¨ Increased impulsion

¨ Moving in balance

¨ Patience

¨ Confidence 

¨ Timing

¨ Accuracy

¨ Clarity of communication

¨ Increased preparedness

¨ New experience

Working Equitation

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The sport of working equitation broadens a horse’s scope and teaches him to be a good partner in any equine sport you care to pursue. It is especially good for improving dressage skills. The obstacle course is not only fun, but it sharpens your aids and basics like bending, leg yields and transitions.

Greg's clinic format includes flatwork and dressage fundamentals, as well as working obstacles that will:

 

· Create precision and fluidity in transitions

· Develop collection and balance

· Establish rhythm of gaits

· Build confidence and harmony

· Improve hindquarter and shoulder engagement

 

Working equitation welcomes competitors from every breed and discipline and all riding levels.

Ride & Review Clinics

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Turn Insight Into Progress

Ever walked away from a clinic full of ideas—but unsure how to put them into action? Ride & Review bridges that gap, giving you not only the experience, but a personalized plan to continue growing long after the clinic ends.

This unique two-day format combines hands-on riding with video analysis and group discussion. Watching yourself ride is one of the most powerful learning tools available—we've seen riders improve targeted challenges by up to 25% in a single review session.

 

Day 1
• 3-hour group riding clinic
• Individual riding test (video recorded)

Day 2
• Morning classroom session: group video review, guided discussion, and personalized lesson plans
• Afternoon: 2-hour arena session to apply your custom plan in real time

 

You’ll walk away with clarity, confidence, and a path forward—ready to take your horsemanship to the next level.

Connect with us today!

Greg Eliel ~ Horses, Leadership & Life

9133 Iron City Road,

Iron City, TN 38463

(908) 328-4999

HorseClinic@gmail.com

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