17/08/2025
Unique western dressage opportunity!
Heidi Potter, a well known figure in Western Dressage and Holistic Horsemanship, is looking to hold a clinic at
Healing Rein Farm
330 West Dryden Road
Freeville, NY 13068
SEPTEMBER 13 and or 14, 2025
We are looking for 4-6 western dressage riders for Sunday, September 14 private lessons in the well groomed and excellent footing indoor, preferably morning, but if interested let us know if afternoon is better. (4 riders: 1 hour each lesson, 6 riders: 45 minutes each lesson) Cost is $150 for riders taking a lesson, auditing other rides lessons and lunch or breakfast as the schedule is set. There are 6 stalls available on grounds for a reasonable cost, shavings included. Auditing the clinic is $25 and covers the one meal provided.
If interested, please call or text Colleen Price at 607-423-4253. If enough interest youth could be on Saturday and obstacle clinic on Sunday afternoon. Please reach out at your earliest convenience so we can secure the clinician and schedule!
Heidi Potter is an internationally recognized horse trainer, clinician, instructor, and author with over 45 years of experience. She is also a certified instructor in Centered Riding, Horse Speak, and Horse Agility.
Key aspects of Heidi Potter's work:
Holistic Horsemanship:
Heidi emphasizes a compassionate and understanding approach to training, focusing on the horse's perspective and building trust through positive reinforcement.
Horse Speak:
She is a certified Senior Horse Speak Instructor and clinician, specializing in understanding and communicating with horses using their natural language.
Centered Riding:
Heidi is a certified instructor in Centered Riding, which focuses on improving feel, balance, and communication between horse and rider.
Western Dressage:
She actively competes in Western Dressage with her horse Riley, showcasing the practical application of her holistic approach.
Clinics and Instruction:
Heidi offers clinics and retreats combining various disciplines, including Western Dressage, Centered Riding, Horse Speak, and Holistic Horsemanship, according to her website. She also provides individual lessons and custom events.
Author:
Heidi has authored the book "Open Heart, Open Mind - A Pathway to Rediscovering Horsemanship," which explores her holistic horsemanship philosophy.
Focus on Communication and Connection:
Her work emphasizes the importance of understanding and communicating with horses in a way that fosters trust, respect, and a strong partnership.
