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Aiken Eventing Camp
This winter Shadow Lane Farm will host the first ever Aiken Eventing Camp. We have put together a great week of training and instruction with top horsemen, including Allison Springer, Abigail Lufkin, and Dr. Christiana Ober among others. Emphasis will be placed on honing the skill needed to compete successfully, both on and off the horse's back.
Hosted in the thick of Aiken's winter eventing schedule, the camp will blend lessons, demonstrations, lectures and educational activities, culminating in the opportunity to compete at the Sporting Days Horse Trials. Top notch facilities, gourmet meals, and good company will make for a great week. We hope you'll join us!
Where: Shadow Lane Farm
When: February 1-6, 2009
Participants should arrive on Sunday, February 1st between noon and 5:00 pm and depart on Friday, February 6th by 4pm.
Early arrivals can be accommodated if necessary. Participants competing at Sporting Days Farm Horse Trials on February 7th should arrange for stabling at the show grounds.
Riding Instruction: Allison Springer and Craig Thompson will teach participants on the flat and over fences, including dressage, cross-country and showjumping. Lessons will be a combination of privates, semi-privates and groups.
Educational Presentations: Sports Psychology with Abigail Lufkin; Equine Massage and Acupressure with Katylou Gray; Event Horse Soundness with Canadian Equestrian Team vet Christiana Ober, DVM. Other topics include Show Turnout, How to Jog Your Horse, and Walking Courses.
Levels: Beginner Novice to Advanced, all levels are encouraged.
Age Restriction: Minimum age of 13. Students under age 18 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.
Cost: $1350, includes stabling and bedding, breakfast and lunch daily, cross-country schooling fees, educational presentations, two group dinners and coaching at Sporting Days Farm Horse Trials on February 7th.
Auditing: Participants may bring one guest to audit lessons and presentations. Tickets are available for purchase to attend group dinners.
For More Information: Contact Sarah Heffron at: aikeneventingcamp@gmail.com or (631) 252-4892 before 7:00 p.m.
Who's Who?
Alison Springer - Instructor
One of the top ten American Event Riders in 2008, Allison has a wealth of experience as a competitor and an instructor. As a coach she is known for her positive approach and effective communication skills.
Craig Thompson - Instructor
Craig has been involved with event horses all of his professional life, first as a rider, then as a trainer and coach, and in recent years as a horse trials organizer. In 2008, he enjoyed top three placings at every level from Beginner Novice through Advanced
Abigail Lufkin, MSW, ASW - Sports Psychology Consultant
As a former top event rider Abigail represented the United Stated in the World Championships and the Pan American Games on two occasions. Now trained and working as a Sports Psychology Consultant, she joins the Aiken Eventing Camp to focus on our mental game.
Amy McElroy - Dressage Judge
Amy is a USEF R judge, qualified to officiate at any USEF recognized show at all national dressage levels. She rides, trains and teaches at Fair Lane Farm in Aiken and judges about a dozen dressage shows and events each year.
Christian Ober, DVM - Veterinarian
Christiana’s official titles include Head Team Vet for the Canadian Eventing Team, but she is the dedicated vet to many elite event horses. In her free time Christiana is a successful Ironman triathlete, having competed in the World Championships in 2006 in Kona, Hawaii.
Katylou Gray - Equine Massage and Acupressure
Lifelong horsewoman Katylou has worked with every type of sporthorse from show hunters to racehorses to event horses. Based in Middleburg, VA she brings a wealth of experience to her role as equine masseuse.
Top Eventing Groom
To be determined
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