Roberto Quijandría
Master trainer Roberto Quijandría's gentle touch and quiet confidence are the foundation for producing gentle, responsive horses. The hot-blooded Peruvians of La Estancia Alegre are known for their success in the show ring and on the rugged trails of New Mexico thanks to his patience and skill. Roberto grew up training horses in his native Peru, and since he arrived in the United States more than 35 years ago he’s worked with hundreds of horses to hone his craft. Whether it’s a complicated Peruvian reining pattern or a simple water crossing, Roberto brings out the best in a horse. LEA takes a limited number of outside Peruvian Horses for Roberto to train from the end of October until March of the following year.
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Mark BolenderMark Bolender is one of the most successful horsemen in America today. His unique style and particular insight into horse training creates astonishing results – often described as breathtaking. This is why Mark and the Mark Bolender™ brand have become synonymous with the new and exciting equine disciplines of Mountain Trail, Extreme Mountain Trail, and Trail Challenge. He is a National Champion and one of the most popular and sought-after trainers and clinicians in the country. To date, Mark’s accomplishments have made him THE recognized face of Mountain Trail and Extreme Mountain Trail. Mark combines his vast experience as a horseman and trainer with a stimulating presentation style. As a former professional speaker, Mark entertains and informs his audience about these growing sports and his new method of horse training. He has written for, and been featured in, a number of national magazines and is the author of the popular book, "Bolender's Guide to Mastering Mountain and Extreme Trail Riding" The Rio Grande Peruvian Horse Club presents 2 clinics in 2017!
Roeliff AnnonRoeliff Annon doesn’t call himself a horse trainer. He sees himself as a guide or facilitator, helping horses and humans find true connection. Trained first in classical dressage, he was introduced to Ray Hunt more than twenty years ago, and Hunt’s principles have informed and guided him ever since. Widely known for his work with feral horses, Roeliff also raises Spanish Mustangs on his ranch in Corona, New Mexico. He works with all breeds of horses and all types of students, helping them learn to better communicate with each other. Raised amidst New Mexico’s rich diversity of culture and natural beauty by a Native American father and a mother who was intrigued and inspired by the Spanish Barb and its influence in the Americas, Roeliff’s introduction to horses began with an integrative approach. He learned to understand and respect the values horses brought to humans, and became adept at observing and communicating with horses. By working with challenging horses, he became increasingly attuned to their needs—and to creating bonds of trust through respect and response. In fact his most important insights have come from working with horses brought to him after all other efforts had failed and folks had no one else to turn to. Over the course of three decades, he’s also learned how to help riders with far less experience discover the same connection with their mounts. Roeliff finds that connection through visualization and acting with clear intent—he creates a dynamic kinship by listening with the eyes and adjusting mentally and physically to fit the situation. |
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STRENGTHENING THE BOND: ROELIFF ANNON CLINICS Have you ever felt like your horse is more focused on what other horses are doing than on you? Is your horse reactive to its surroundings in ways you don't understand? Would you like to feel more connected to your horse? Then this weekend is for you. Roeliff Annon, revered for his ability to improve communications between horse and rider, is offering a two-day clinic at beautiful La Estancia Alegre in Alcalde to strengthen connection with your horse, both on the ground and in the saddle. Roeliff has a gift for bringing out the best in horses and riders while he builds confidence with a compassionate and positive style. Watch for the update on the 2017 Labor Day Clinic
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Ginger GaffneyGinger Gaffney teaches from the intersection of natural and classical horsemanship. She has an excellent understanding of balance from her studies in both disciplines. Ginger keeps her horses content and willing to work in balance, using the engagement of the hindquarters to lift the forehand upward. Helping her horses use the ring of musculature that builds, over time, the natural athlete inherent in each and every horse.
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