Clinics with Patrick King
Serious Learning, in a Relaxed Atmosphere
Patrick utilizes classical principles to help modern riders achieve achieve their goals, and learn and grow with their horses.
Do you ride Dressage? Western? Performance? Leisure? Regardless of the topic or specific focus, Patrick’s clinics are designed to help riders of all levels and all disciplines to achieve more with their equine partners.
One of the most important parts to any clinic, in Patrick's perspective, is the learning atmosphere. His number one goal is always to enhance the horse and rider's confidence as learners. In order for learning to take place, the riders and horses need to feel comfortable. Through his unique blend of insight, humor, and support, Patrick puts everyone at ease from the moment the day starts and keeps everyone relaxed and engaged throughout.
But don’t be fooled by the relaxed atmosphere – Patrick takes the learning and progress of his students very seriously and does his best to ensure that each and every horse and rider team receive the focus, help, and feedback they need to make real progress toward their goals and to solve the troubles they may be having.
Clinic Formats
While most clinics are one-on-one lesson formats, some hosts do organize for a group session. These are always well received and cover specific topics like In Hand Work, Lateral Work Basics, work with the Garrocha, and other topics that are well presented in a group format.
Most clinics, however are one-on-one sessions where Patrick focuses on you and your horse, with whatever you need in your time together.
Virtual Clinics
Can't make it to a clinic in person, but still want to learn and grow in your horsemanship? Virtual lessons are a fantastic "next best thing" to in-person lessons. Patrick teaches several virtual lessons each week. You can use Zoom, Pivo, or pretty much any other technology you prefer to use - and Patrick records the lesson so that you can review it afterwards, too! Best of all, virtual lessons can generally be had any day of the week. Email him to schedule a session for you and your horse.