Whether you are new to obstacles, are struggling with them, or are already hooked, working obstacles the De Frates Horsemanship way will transform your partnership with your horse. Come for the fun and leave knowing how to tackle any obstacle you face in the future.

This is our introductory obstacle clinic appropriate for absolutely everyone (age 13+ please). If you are interested in working with us, this is a great place to start! We begin by introducing you to the Four Pillars of Horsemanship, cover the learning theory that allows us to influence those pillars, then use all that knowledge and apply it to navigating the four different categories of obstacles that you and your horse face.

We start on the ground learning the skills that will allow us to tackle any obstacle safely, move on to teaching your horse what to do when they are afraid, and progress from there.

This clinic is suitable for both in-hand and in-saddle participation.

In other words, you do not need to be able to ride to benefit from this clinic! In fact, you will often see our yearlings being used as demo horses. This clinic is a prerequisite if you wish to attend Obstacles Unleashed.

Past participants tell us that this clinic is TRANSFORMATIVE and many choose to join us time and time again and again because, as with all our clinics, it is always about you, your horse, and where you are in your journey. We customize exercises, and the obstacles available at a clinic for that clinic's unique set of participants. ​

All disciplines and all levels will benefit from this clinic (age 13+).

Young horses welcome! Well behaved stallions welcome!

Limited to just 8 participants to ensure you get the support you deserve.

Cost: $500 includes hosted dinner Saturday night Clinic Length: 2 days - 9:00am - 5:00pm each day

Overnight paddocks available for $15/night