Lucy Maurer schooling shoulder-in on King, the Classicus Quarter Horse.
Despite the freezing temperatures, the participants of the January workshop had a festive experience. They loved the horses, learned a lot, and were wined and dined in the typical Classicus style. There were four people who traveled from Maryland and Lucy Maurer from Gloucester, Virginia, who said, “The clinic embodied the essence of living our lives with horses, loads of learning and loads of fun!” A total of five people made for a very personal learning experience. Everyone learned how to do many of Francois Baucher’s flexions for the first time. The method of lunging was a new experience for many and the four track shoulder-in was new for most of them as well. By the second day everyone was schooling the four track shoulder-in on the Classicus horses.
The morning began with a lecture or video showing. We had hoped it would warm up by late morning to go out and ride. It was a bit cold but the indoor arena certainly protected us from the wind. After the morning group session, we came back inside for lunch and enthusiastic conversation. Then another afternoon riding session. For dinner we all decided to pitch in and cook each evening except for one. The first evening we went to the Woodstock Cafe for dinner and enjoyed not only their hearty food but also their excellent wine selection.
A good time was had by all. Another Workshop is planned for May 20, 21, and 22.
- Ann Borlo schooling shoulder-in on King, the Classicus Quarter Horse..
The workshop at Classicus Farm was the perfect combination of great instruction and fun. Linda is an amazing horsewoman with great sensitivity to the well-being of the horse and great patience with the student. We learned how to lunge and supple the horse and why it’s important. We also worked on basic dressage movements and how to perform them softly. Linda welcomed us to her farm and made us all feel at home. Every single one of us is looking forward to having another opportunity to work with Linda and her wonderful horses. - Ann Borlo
Tony Borlo schooling shoulder-in on Noah, a Classicus Hanoverian.
Sue Andersen schooling a shoulder-in on Eros, a Classicus Hanoverian.
Margaret Colaianni schooling piaffe on Noah, a Classicus Hanoverian.
Linda’s workshop was a true equestrian experience! To prepare us for the day ahead, she began each morning with a discussion of a specific classical riding technique such as “shoulder in”. To engrain the concept, she then showed us a short video where we could grasp the visual of the specific dressage skill. Then it was out to the arena to put the skill into action. In summary, Linda helped us understand why and how the skill originated, what it should look like when done properly and then had us work on each component of the skill. Because of Linda’s approach, we all came away with a much better understanding of some of the foundations of classical dressage. -Margaret Colaianni
The group
Tony Borlo schooling shoulder-in on Noah, a Classicus Hanoverian.
Sue Andersen schooling a shoulder-in on Eros, a Classicus Hanoverian.
Margaret Colaianni schooling piaffe on Noah, a Classicus Hanoverian.
Linda’s workshop was a true equestrian experience! To prepare us for the day ahead, she began each morning with a discussion of a specific classical riding technique such as “shoulder in”. To engrain the concept, she then showed us a short video where we could grasp the visual of the specific dressage skill. Then it was out to the arena to put the skill into action. In summary, Linda helped us understand why and how the skill originated, what it should look like when done properly and then had us work on each component of the skill. Because of Linda’s approach, we all came away with a much better understanding of some of the foundations of classical dressage. -Margaret Colaianni
The group
The group