Our next clinic will be held March 6-7 and features World’s Grand Champion trainers Smith and Alexandra Lilly of Mercer Springs Farm in Princeton, WV. Smith, who led our 2016 and 2020 clinics, is no stranger to the winner’s circle. The Lillys have trained many World Champions, including 3 Gaited WGC Tango’s Token Kiss, Fine Harness RWGC We Must Be Nuts, and 5 Gaited WGC He’s the Man. Together they have also put multiple amateur riders and junior horses in the show ring, with many blue and tricolor ribbons as a result. Smith’s book, “Saddle Seat Horsemanship,” is highly regarded as one of the best training guides for Saddle Seat horses.
Location:
Brighton Equestrian Club
7318 Herbst Rd
Brighton, MI 48114
Questions? Call 513.404.3363
Cost is:
- Horses MUST be registered in advance. $525 per horse (plus $50 per groom), includes bedding
- $100 to audit both days or $65/day to audit one day ($125/$75 at the door so register in advance!) Online registration closes February 29th.
Please read the below information BEFORE you register.
Everyone:
- Lunch is included both days.
- No videotaping or recording allowed without permission.
- No refunds unless we have a waiting list or a veterinarian certifies that your horse is unable to attend.
- The facility is NOT heated. Dress accordingly.
- No dogs allowed.
If You’re Bringing a Horse:
- Stalls are 12×12 with dirt floors. Shavings will be provided.
- Stalls must be cleaned AND SWEPT prior to checkout.
- Bring everything you need including buckets, grain, hay, muck bucket, pitchfork, tack, grooming supplies, helmet, etc. Stalls have eye bolts for crossties and buckets.
- One groom or helper will be admitted per horse for $50 (1/2 of auditing fee). They will be allowed to audit.
- Arrival is Friday between 12:00-8:00. Departure is Sunday or Monday. Stall must be stripped and swept prior to departure.
- Helmets are optional for all riders and drivers and will not be provided.
Area Hotels
Holiday Inn Express
7850 Nemco Way
Brighton, MI 48116
810-225-0600
Hampton Inn
8068 Challis Rd
Brighton, MI 48116
810-225-8363
Candlewood Suites
151 Library Dr
Brighton, MI 48116
810-220-1200