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      • Harry Whitney - Horsemanship

        … from the horse's point of view

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        Ask Harry Whitney how he’s doing and you will probably get a “…tired and grumpy…!” response, delivered with a twinkle in his eye. A self-professed opinionated and narrow-minded horsemanship clinician, his opinion is solidly rooted in the foundational principles of horsemanship "from the horse’s point of view", and his narrow mindedness is due to the fact that he is committed to what works for the horse. Students observe that change is possible; they are encouraged to build upon that foundation to further improve their relationship with their horses.

         

        Most folks find Harry friendly, knowledgeable and approachable. He welcomes the discussion and questions of riders and auditors as they discover that his principles, simply put, work.

      • HORSEMANSHIP... from the horse's point of view

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        "So often, we focus on what the horse is doing, and miss the fact that the mind will affect what he does and how he does it. If we give attention to the horse - how he is feeling in the moment, where his thought is and offer him the help he is looking for - many of the things we thought were problems will be cleared up.”

         

        - Harry Whitney

         

         

        Growing up on the family ranch in Kansas, Harry developed early on an uncanny connection to horses. This connection became the foundation for his unique approach to horsemanship “…from the horse’s point of view.”

         

        Following his graduation from Kansas State University with a degree in Animal Sciences, he continued to work with horses, and showcased his talents with a roman riding act. It did not seem to matter the breed of horse or the discipline for which it was intended - Harry calmly and purposefully approached each with the sure knowledge that it could willingly do what he was asking. At a neighbor's urging, he started training horses for the locals. It wasn’t long before the friends and neighbors expanded into the public at large, who asked if he would share his knowledge in a clinic format.

         
        The horses became his testimony, and a career was born.
         
         

         

      • CLINIC FORMATS

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        You will see all sorts of breeds of horses, riding styles, and riding levels. Group size is limited to 5-6 riders, which allows each to work with Harry one on one. Expect to start out at a level that is most comfortable for you and your horse. Auditors are encouraged to attend, particularly if you are not yet familiar with Harry’s principles/teaching style. Questions and discussions usually arise during each rider’s session, which also contributes to the learning experience.

         

         

        Hosted Horsemanship Clinics - These can be either regular or Intensive formats at the ranch/facility of the host. Class size is limited to 5-6 riders to optimize learning. Auditors welcome! Please check the schedule page to see when Harry will be in your area. Contact the host for information about rider/auditor availability.

         

        There are three formats for Harry’s horsemanship clinics:

         

        Horsemanship Clinic format - Riders will work with their horses under Harry’s direction. Work includes ground work and under saddle. Harry addresses concerns specific to each rider to help develop a better relationship with the horse.

         

        Bible Horsemanship Clinic format - It's about relationships, not religion. Cowboy Chaplain and very good friend, Ronnie Moyer of Moyer Ministries, joins Harry twice a year at clinics held in California and Virginia. Daily Bible studies partner with horsemanship which illustrates the Biblical principles that apply to all relationships. The horsemanship format may be either regular or Intensive. All are welcome. To learn more about Ronnie Moyer's ministry, click here.

         

        Intensive Horsemanship Clinic format - Riders observe as Harry works with each horse exclusively the first few days, sharing his principles with riders/auditors as he goes. Riders then ride for the last one or two days. Clinics are usually limited to 5 riders for a maximum learning experience.

         

        For info about the Bible Horsemanship clinics, please click here

        For info about the hosted clinics, please visit the Clinic Schedule page for host contact information.

         

         

        Auditors are encouraged and welcomed to attend all formats!

         

         

         

         

        "Harry’s keen eye and sense

        of what most suits a horse’s needs at any one moment never ceases

        to impress me. But even more than that, he has a knack for helping ordinary horse owners find those skills within themselves."

         

        - Ross Jacobs, Australia

         
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        "I have traveled several times from my home in England, especially to ride in Harry's clinics in Arizona. While being around Harry, the learning truly never ends. His patience, awareness and laughter create an ideal learning environment for his students. Harry is committed to enabling us to discover how we can help our horses to feel better about their work, no matter what we are asking them."

         

        - Anna Bonnage, England

         

         

        "Since 1999, when I first met Harry, I have witnessed many peoples' introduction to his perspective of horses.

        A common statement is something like "where have these teachings been all my life?" The content delivered can create a whole new level for both horse and rider--a level that, in my experience, brings about an

        essential peace that most horse and rider pairs, unfortunately, never get to enjoy without Harry's kindly delivered teachings".

         

        . - Ty Haas, Kansas

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      • CLINIC SCHEDULE

        Harry travels most months of the year to hosted horsemanship clinics around the United States.

         

        Clinic formats may be regular horsemanship, Bible Horsemanship or Intensive (see Clinic Format page for additional information).

         

        See below for an up to date schedule.

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        at at at UPDATE:

        ATTENTION RIDERS AND AUDITORS: The dates listed below are the actual riding clinic dates. Some locations may host a dinner the night before. We try to keep the information on this page as up to date as possible and we don't want you to miss anything. Please read all info you receive from your host thoroughly so you can plan accordingly.

         

        2023

         

        JAN 2023

        Happy New Year!

        FEB 2023

        Feb 6-10 - Vista, CA 5-DayRancho Dos Palmas INTENSIVE Horsemanship Clinic

        (limited to 5 riders). Auditors welcome. For questions and rider/auditor information, contact: Ann Laddon at aladdon@att.net or 619/933-6233 Full/waiting list.

         

        Feb 13-17 - Vista, CA 5-Day Rancho Dos Palmas, INTENSIVE Horsemanship Clinic

        (limited to 5 riders). Auditors welcome. For questions and rider/auditor information, contact: Ann Laddon at aladdon@att.net or 619/933-6233. 1 Rider slot available.

         

        Feb 20-24 - Vista, CA Rancho Dos Palmas 5-Day Horsemanship Clinic This clinic is limited to 6 riders. Auditors welcome. For questions and rider/auditor information, contact: Ann Laddon at aladdon@att.net or 619/933-6233 1 Rider slot available.

         

        MAR 2023

        Mar 6 - 10 - Palominas, AZ Rancho San Pedro, 5-Day Horsemanship Clinic. For rider/auditor information, contact Cindy at normandeau@cis-broadband.com Full/waiting list.

         

        Mar 13 - 17 - Palominas, AZ High Desert Stables. 5-Day Horsemanship Clinic. For rider/auditor information, contact Cindy at normandeau@cis-broadband.com Full/waiting list.

         

        APR 2023

        Apr 3-7 - Washington, KS Moyer Ranch. 5-Day Horsemanship Clinic. For rider/auditor information, contact Susie at sue@harrywhitney.com. Youth.

         

        Apr 10-14 - Washington, KS Moyer Ranch. 5-Day Regular Format Horsemanship Clinic. For rider/auditor information, contact Susie at sue@harrywhitney.com. Full/waitlist- Auditors are Welcome. 

         

        Apr 17-21 - Washington, KS Moyer Ranch. 5-Day Regular Format Horsemanship Clinic. For rider/auditor information, contact Susie at sue@harrywhitney.com. Full/waitlist - Auditors are Welcome.

         

        MAY 2023 

        May 12* - 18 - Rogersville, TN Mendin' Fences Farm. 6-Day INTENSIVE Horsemanship Clinic PLUS extra Search Day. Auditors welcome. For questions and rider/auditor information, contact host Linda Bertani at info@mendinfencesfarm.com or 423/327-0008

         

        May 21 - 25 - Rogersville, TN Mendin' Fences Farm. 5-Day Regular Horsemanship Clinic. Auditors welcome. For questions and rider/auditor information, contact host Linda Bertani at info@mendinfencesfarm.com or 423/327-0008 - Rider spots are available!

         

        May 29 - Jun 4 - Rogersville, TN Mendin' Fences Farm. 6-Day INTENSIVE Horsemanship Clinic PLUS extra Search Day. Auditors welcome. For questions and rider/auditor information, contact host Linda Bertani at info@mendinfencesfarm.com or 423/327-0008

         

        JUN 2023

        Jun 7 - 11 - Rogersville, TN Mendin' Fences Farm. 5-Day Regular Horsemanship Clinic. Auditors welcome. Rider Slots are currently available. For questions and rider/auditor information, contact host Linda Bertani at info@mendinfencesfarm.com or 423/327-0008 - Rider spots are available!

         

        IOWA Schedule Update:

        **** Due to personal reasons and scheduling conflicts, the Iowa 2023 clinics are being canceled.

        "Harry friends and followers, please do not worry, Harry is Healthy!" ***

         

        JUL 2023

         

        AUG 2023

        Aug 14 - 18 - Floyd, VA - 5-Day Regular format BIBLE Horsemanship Clinic with Harry and Cowboy Chaplain Ronnie Moyer. Auditors welcome. For questions and rider/auditor information contact Tom Moates at Tommoates@gmail.com.

         

        Aug 21 - 28 - Floyd, VA - 5-Day Regular format BIBLE Horsemanship Clinic with Harry and Cowboy Chaplain Ronnie Moyer. Auditors welcome. For questions and rider/auditor information contact Tom Moates at Tommoates@gmail.com.

         

        SEP 2023

        Sep 9 - 13 - Colfax, CA - 5-Day INTENSIVE Horsemanship Clinic

        Auditors welcome. For questions and rider/auditor information, contact: Laura Dickerson at 831/246-1024 or text imdlaura@aol.com

         

        Sep 16 - 20 - Colfax, CA - 5-Day Regular Format Horsemanship Clinic

        Auditors welcome. For questions and rider/auditor information, contact: Laura Dickerson at 831/246-1024 or text imdlaura@aol.com

         

        Sep 23 - 27 - Colfax, CA - 5-Day Regular Format Horsemanship Clinic

        Auditors welcome. For questions and rider/auditor information, contact: Laura Dickerson at 831/246-1024 or text imdlaura@aol.com

         

        Sep 30 - Oct 4 - Colfax, CA - 5-Day BIBLE Horsemanship Clinic with Harry and Cowboy Chaplain Ronnie Moyer. Auditors welcome. For questions and rider/auditor information, contact: Laura Dickerson at 831/246-1024 or text imdlaura@aol.com Rider spots are available! Auditors are Welcome. 

         

        OCT 2023

        Oct 7 - Oct 11 - Colfax, CA - 5-Day BIBLE Horsemanship Clinic with Harry and Cowboy Chaplain Ronnie Moyer. Auditors welcome. For questions and rider/auditor information, contact: Laura Dickerson at 831/246-1024 or text imdlaura@aol.com. Rider spots are available! Auditors are Welcome. 

         

        Oct 30 - Nov 3 - Washington, KS Moyer Ranch. 5-Day Regular Format Horsemanship Clinic. For rider/auditor information, contact Susie at sue@harrywhitney.com. Full/waitlist. Auditors are Welcome. 

         

        NOV 2023

        Nov 6 - Nov 10 - Washington, KS Moyer Ranch. 5-Day Regular Format Horsemanship Clinic. For rider/auditor information, contact Susie at sue@harrywhitney.com. Full/waitlist Auditors are Welcome. 

         

        Nov 13 - Nov 17 - Washington, KS Moyer Ranch. 5-Day Regular Format Horsemanship Clinic. For rider/auditor information, contact Susie at sue@harrywhitney.com. Rider spots are available! Auditors are Welcome. 

         

        Nov 25 - Nov 29 - Van, TX Wild Heart Ranch. 5-Day Regular Format Horsemanship Clinic. For rider/auditor information, contact Cheryl at cddodgen@yahoo.com or text Cheryl at 903-570-2541. Rider spots are available! Auditors are Welcome. 

         

        2024

        February 2024

         

        Feb 12-16 - Rancho San Pedro, Palominas AZ INTENSIVE Horsemanship Clinic. For questions and information, contact: Cindy Normandeaun at normandeau@cis-broadband.com  Rider spots are available! Auditors are Welcome. 

         

        Feb 19-23 - Rancho San Pedro, Palominas AZ Regular Format Horsemanship Clinic. For questions and information, contact: Cindy Normandeaun at normandeau@cis-broadband.com Rider spots are available! Auditors are Welcome. 

         

        March 2024

        March 4-8 - High Desert Stables, Palominas AZ INTENSIVE Horsemanship Clinic. For questions and information, contact: Cindy Normandeaun at normandeau@cis-broadband.com  Rider spots are available! Auditors are Welcome. 

         

        March 11-15 - High Desert Stables, Palominas AZ Regular Format Horsemanship Clinic. For questions and information, contact: Cindy Normandeaun at normandeau@cis-broadband.com  Rider spots are available! Auditors are Welcome. 

         

         

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        "I’ve watched Harry work with a broad

        spectrum of horses and students,

        from the upper levels of dressage to the brand new beginner just trying to sort it all out, and have seen remarkable changes in both."

         

        - Shea Stewart

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      • LIBRARY

         

        Although Harry has never written a book or produced a DVD or video describing his approach to horsemanship, several articles have been written over the years featuring his thoughts on the matter. Tom Moates is a well-known equestrian author and has followed Harry for many years, compiling his notes into several books describing Harry's horsemanship. An excerpt from one of his books is included. The library also includes a note from Linda Bertani who hosts Harry's clinics at her Mendin' Fences Farm in Tennessee and a couple of first person experiences written by his students.

         

        Also added are videos produced by good friend and horseman, Ross Jacobs, in which he and Harry chat about horsemanship, and a highlight video produced by Trevor Warren during his clinic visit to Arizona. Enjoy!

         

         

        ARTICLES

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        Excerpt from Tom Moates' book “A Horse’s Thought”. Tom has written several books about his experiences as a student and friend of Harry’s and is well known for capturing the voice and wisdom of Harry. Visit tommoates.com.

        Harry Whitney Intensive Clinic

        Eclectic Horseman

        Tom Moates writes about his experience at a Harry Whitney Intensive Clinic

        Harry 101

        Clinic Report by student Alison Visokay. Alison describes her experience at her first Harry Whitney clinic.

         

        Lily's Thoughts

        A clinic report by student Linda Davenport illustrates well how nothing changes until something changes

        First Clinic Experience

        Following a horse accident that resulted in a broken back, Michelle Scully, author of Broken-Tales of A Titanium Cowgirl, was determined to get back in the saddle. Her journey to accomplish that goal led her to her first Harry Whitney-Horsemanship Clinic experience.

         

        VIDEOS

         

        VIDEO

        Interview with Ross Jacobs, Pt 1

        A video produced by Ross Jacobs. Features an informal chat about clinic format and teaching between Ross and Harry at a clinic in Tennessee, June 2017

         

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        Interview with Ross Jacobs, Pt 3

        The third in the series of conversations between Ross and Harry at the clinic in Tennessee, June 2017

         

        VIDEO

        Arizona Clinic Week Compilation - 2015

        An illustrative overview of a typical clinic week at Harry's ranch in Salome, Arizona. Produced by Trevor Warren

         

         

         

        Clinic Experience at Mendin' Fences Farm

        Linda Bertani has hosted Harry Whitney Horsemanship Clinics at her Mendin' Fences Farm for the last several years. She offers a brief overview of that experience.

         

         

         

         

         

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        Interview with Ross Jacobs, Pt 2

        The conversation continues between Ross and Harry at

        the clinic in Tennessee, June 2017

         

         

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        Interview with Ross Jacobs, Pt 4

        The fourth in the series of conversations between Ross and Harry at the clinic in Tennessee, June 2017

         

         

         

         

         

         

         

         

         

      • PHOTO GALLERY

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        Auditors at a Harry  clinic hosted by Kim Bowline, Copperopolis, Ca
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      • Connect with Us

         

        Interested in attending a Harry Whitney - Horsemanship Clinic? For information and/or to make reservations for upcoming hosted clinics, please contact the host(s) listed on the Clinic Schedule page directly for rider/auditor information.

         

        For general information, please contact Sue Hildebrand by either email (sue@harrywhitney.com) - preferred method, or phone (765) 339-4826.

         

        You can also follow Harry by visiting his facebook page (Harry Whitney - Horsemanship).

         

        Auditors are always encouraged to attend clinics, especially if you are not yet familiar with Harry's philosophy of training "...from the horse's point of view".

         

         

        Hope to see you down the trail!

         

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