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SUMMARY:Intensive Adaptive Horsemanship & Riding Instructor Development Clinic [In-Person, Arizona]
DESCRIPTION:November 4–7, 2026 \ 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM Wednesday- Friday, 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM Saturday\nLocation: Hoof Falls & Footfalls — Phoenix, Arizona\nLimited to 20 Participants- Register early as seats fill fast! 3 spots left as of 9/1/2026\nCo-Led by TWO Lead Instructors: Saebra Pipoly & Dionne Newton\n\nLocal Airport: Sky Harbor (PHX) | Lodging Recommendations: CLICK HERE for travel & lodging information\n\nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\n\nAn immersive learning retreat for instructors who want more than surface-level education\nThis isn’t just another clinic and way to earn continuing education. It’s a transformational learning experience unlike anything you’ve attended as an adaptive/therapeutic riding instructor.\nOver four immersive days you’ll dive deep into high-level instruction theory, evidence-based teaching methods, and hands-on application that will expand the way you see both horses and students… and challenge you to see how much further you can take them.\nExpect to be pushed outside your comfort zone. You’ll be challenged to think differently, to refine your instructor eye, and to connect the dots between horsemanship, biomechanics, and teaching theory. You’ll not only deepen what you teach, but also strengthen your how and why behind everything you ask your students and horses to do.\nYou’ll spend your days moving between classroom discussion, mock-horse practice, and mounted application on actual horses… thinking deeply, asking better questions, and collaborating with other instructors who care about safety, horse welfare, and high-quality instruction.\nExpect to be mentally engaged, physically involved, and professionally refreshed.\nFour days. One barn. One arena…..Surrounded by fellow instructors who care deeply about doing this work well.\n\nThe Value of Two Lead Instructors\nThis clinic is co-led by Saebra Pipoly and Dionne Newton — two experienced adaptive/therapeutic riding instructors who bring different, complementary lenses to every topic covered.\nHaving two lead instructors in the room fundamentally changes the learning experience:\n\n\nMore individualized attention during hands-on, mock-horse, and mounted work — no waiting around for feedback\nTwo expert perspectives on every discussion, scenario, and question you bring\nRicher, more dimensional conversations — see how two experienced instructors approach the same challenge, often from different but equally valid angles\nGreater depth on complex topics because we can tag-team explanations, demonstrations, and Q&A\nBuilt-in coverage for small-group breakouts, so you’re never parked waiting for help\nThe unique opportunity to learn from the dynamic between two instructors who share a deep commitment to horse welfare, student safety, and high-quality teaching\n\nLearn more about Saebra and Dionne on our About Page.\n\nA Travel-Friendly Schedule Designed to Save You Money\nThis clinic has been intentionally structured to help you minimize lodging costs and take advantage of the most affordable airline travel days — with approximately 29 hours of immersive instruction packed into a smarter format. (Lunches are working lunches, so educational value continues right through the middle of the day.)\n\nFly in Tuesday, November 3 — one of the cheapest domestic travel days of the week\nFly home Saturday afternoon, November 7 — also one of the cheapest fare days AND saves a hotel night vs. a Sunday departure (often $175–$350 in combined savings)\n\nDaily Schedule\n\nWednesday, November 4: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM\nThursday, November 5: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM\nFriday, November 6: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM + Networking Dinner (included)\nSaturday, November 7: 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM (book flights home for 3 PM or later)\n\n\nWhat You’ll Learn\nThis clinic blends evidence-based teaching, horsemanship, biomechanics, and real-world application in a progressive, layered format.\nEvidence-Based Teaching & Instructional Decision-Making\n\nZone of Proximal Development and student progression\nStages of learning / stages of competence as an instructional framework\nThe task-analysis trap: teaching more with fewer words\nEffective cues (internal vs. external), specific praise, and better questions\nEngagement, independence, and realistic progression\nInterleaving, varied practice, and lesson planning\nCreating “thinking students,” not dependent riders\n\nDisabilities, Precautions, and Instructor Judgment\n\nCommon diagnoses seen in adaptive riding — in depth\nPrecautions and contraindications: finding, interpreting, and applying them\nHypotonia, hypertonia, and mixed tone — how they actually show up in lessons\nTone changes during effort, fatigue, stress, and instability\nTeaching to what you see in the moment, not just what’s on paper\nApplying disability knowledge mounted and unmounted\n\nHorsemanship, Horse Welfare, and Handling\n\nSafe, effective haltering, grooming, leading, and tack fitting\nHandler and instructor body language: theory and application\nTiming of cues from the ground\nEmpathy for the lesson horse: what are we really asking?\nWorkload, balance, and welfare from the horse’s perspective\n\nRiding Instruction & Biomechanics\n\nUnmounted skill builders for posture, alignment, seat, leg, and rein aids\nTeaching seat, balance, steering, two-point, posting, and rein management\nStirrup and rein length: purpose, outcomes, and common errors\nDesired outcomes of common skills — and how to get students there\nTransitions, rider influence, and biomechanics on horseback\nLonge lessons, trot progression, posting mechanics, and quiet hands\n\nMounting & Dismounting\n\nUnmounted skill builders to build safe mounting and dismounting\nSupported and independent mounts and dismounts\nSupported and independent emergency dismounts and safety procedures\nPositioning and communication during mounting\n\nLesson Planning & Program Sustainability\n\nLesson planning that drives progression without instructor burnout\n2-up / 2-down method for mixed-ability groups in real time\nReverse-engineering lesson planning method and application\nTime-saving documentation that improves safety and progression\nProfessional judgment, boundaries, and proactive behavior management\nClear communication with students, parents, caregivers, and volunteers\n\nGames & Activities With Purpose\n\nUsing games intentionally — not as filler\nLayering challenges across weeks\nSupporting progression, independence, and transfer of skills\nLeave with 3 months of progression-focused lesson plans\n\nBeyond the Arena\nThis clinic also addresses the realities instructors face every day:\n\nSafety and risk awareness\nEthical decision-making\nStaying in your professional lane\nInstructor wellness and longevity\nSustainable lesson structures that protect instructors and horses\n\n\nWho Should Attend?\nNew AR/TR Instructors or Instructors-in-Training\nBe prepared: the material will push you beyond “entry level,” but you’ll gain an accelerated jumpstart that will set you apart from other instructors early in your journey. This event will be an intense but incredible jumpstart to your journey — equipping you with a foundation that many instructors take years to build.\nExperienced AR/TR Instructors\nGet ready to refine, reframe, deepen, and challenge what you already know with strategies that will strengthen your teaching at every level. This clinic will push you beyond surface-level teaching and give you advanced tools to sharpen and elevate your instruction.\nHF&F Academy + Certification Candidates\nThis clinic is a required component of the Academy + Certification and is fully integrated into the curriculum. Candidates receive priority during hands-on sections, and the cost is included with A+C registration. Click here to learn more and apply for our Academy + Certification.\nTraditional Riding Instructors… considering branching out into adaptive/therapeutic?\nCome learn and grow with us! The content in this clinic not only applies to adaptive/therapeutic students but traditional students as well. Walk away more prepared with teaching strategies and information that will enable you to better serve your students and your horses and take your program to the next level.\n\nInvest in You! Registration & Pricing\nAffordable, High-Quality Education: Clinics of this caliber in the equestrian industries often range from $800–$1,200+ per participant — and this one is co-led by two lead instructors. The discounted pricing of HF&F clinics is not a reflection of lesser value, it’s our way of giving back and making professional development possible for more adaptive/therapeutic riding instructors.\nWhen you apply what you learn beyond the dates of the event, this clinic pays for itself — in your growth as an instructor, the retention and success of students and horses, and the long-term sustainability of your program.\nWhat’s Included in Registration?\n\nAll instruction during clinic days\nRefreshments, snacks, and lunch during clinic days\nFriday evening networking dinner at HF&F\nSwag bag filled with useful goodies\nTake-home handouts & materials\nCertificate of completion\n\nNote: Breakfast and dinner on your own (Friday Networking Dinner @ HF&F included!)\nLocal Airport: Sky Harbor (PHX) | Lodging Recommendations: CLICK HERE for travel & lodging information\nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\n\n\n\nRegistration Tier\nEarly Bird pricing/person through Aug. 31, 2026\n(Pay in full + Payment Plans Available)\nRegular pricing/person Sept 1 – Oct 24, 2026\n(Pay in full + Payment Plans Available)\n\n\n\n\nHF&F Academy + Certification Candidates  [A+C info]\nIncluded in A+C enrollment\nIncluded in A+C enrollment\n\n\nPremium IIC Individual Members (20% off)  [Premium discount code page]\n$452\n$500\n\n\nCenter IIC Membership (20% off)  [Center discount code page]\n$452\n$500\n\n\nBasic Intuitive Instructor Club Members (10% off)  [Basic discount code page]\n$508.50\n$562.50\n\n\nGeneral Participant\n$565\n$625\n\n\n\nIntuitive Instructor Club Member Savings\nYour Intuitive Instructor Club membership pays off in-person, too!\n\nPremium IIC Members save 20% — up to $173 off General regular registration if you register early!\nBasic IIC Members save 10% — up to $116.50 off General regular registration if you register early!\n\nYour savings on just this one clinic can cover a significant portion of your annual IIC membership — and the membership benefits continue ALL year, not just at this event.\nLearn more about The Intuitive Instructor Club at IntuitiveInstructorClub.com and start saving on your most important investment… YOUR EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT!\n\nTestimonials from Past HF&F Clinic Participants\n“The clinic with Saebra was one of the best and most informative I have attended. Whether a beginning instructor or a seasoned veteran, Saebra offers real world solutions backed with the reasoning and research. I highly recommend attending a clinic with Saebra.” — Timothy K.\n“I cannot say enough great things about Saebra and the instructor development clinic. Saebra has a way of teaching and explaining things that just makes sense. Her passion for teaching shows in everything she does. It has been so refreshing to learn that I can teach in a way that is practical, safe, and will enable my students to show real progress. I would attend another clinic in the future given the opportunity. No matter where you are in your journey or how long you have been teaching, this clinic has something for you. Thank you!” — Pam S.\n“I found this clinic to be the most valuable money and time I’ve EVER spent regarding every aspect of becoming a much better therapeutic riding instructor. In 2 days we covered an enormous amount of topics, in depth, in an organized, cogent, straight forward manner. Saebra is exceptional as an educator. Her comprehensive experience, knowledge, and compassion are truly excellent. I’ll continue to follow all of her offerings and look forward to another opportunity to work with her in person.” — Stephanie\n“I was personally refreshed and encouraged, as well as hopeful for our own industry. This instruction couldn’t be more needed.” — Ryan E.\n“So worth the money! I learned so much and I’m walking away with so many more ‘tools’ in my toolbox and can’t wait to implement these things in my lessons.” — Larissa F.\n“Saebra was able to really drive home some items that I had never really thought about. Points that I had always done just because it was the way I was taught never thinking that there might be other ways that met my needs better.” — Elizabeth L.\n“I found this clinic to be so informative and engaging. It was an immersive experience that helped me use critical thinking and problem solving. I’m looking forward to continuing to learn and work towards the PATH instructor certification as I have a better understanding of the correct path forward.” — Christy W.\nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\n \n\n\n
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