Canadian Icelandic Horse Federation
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| Jan 9 - 11 | H.I.A.A. presents: Horse Breeders & Owners Conference Capri Centre, Red Deer, Alberta For more information please go to www.albertahorseindustry.ca |
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| May 3 | Icelandic Horse Breed Introduction at Tolt Away Farm Enderby, BC The Icelandic Horse is a horse, which suits the North American climate and life style extremely well. Expect a smaller sized horse with stamina, health and a quite unique friendly character. As they are 4-5 gaited you have more choices, while having fun. Come and join us during this one day event. Learn all about the advantages of this very special breed. Suitable for all levels of riders. For more info please contact us : info@toltaway.com or www.toltaway.com |
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| May 8 - 10 | Centered Riding Clinic with Sue Leffler Clear Lake Farm, Magnetawan, ON, Canada Arrival: May 7, 2009 – Departure: May 10, 2009 Sue is a senior Level IV Centered Riding Instructor. This 3 day clinic starts with an interactive talk on Thursday evening (May 7). The format will be semi-private lessons and unmounted awareness sessions. Maximum of 12 participants. Focus will be on application of CR to Icelandic and gaited horses but all disciplines (English and Western) are welcome. School horses are available. Information: Kordula Reinhartz, clf@xplornet.com or (705) 387-4464, www.icelandichorses.ca |
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| May 16 - 17 | 2 Day TTEAM Connect Teacher: Mandy Pretty Two days of TTEAM & Connected Riding exercises either on our horses or your own. This clinic offers a positive, stress-free opportunity to learn about Icelandic horses (or bring your own horse), experience the tölt and TTEAM & Connected Riding concepts. We will only be accepting 8 participants to ensure personal attention. Contact www.icefarm.com 1-800-255-2336 |
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| May 16 - 17 | More gaits - more fun ♥ Experience the Icelandic Horse at Tolt Away Farm Enderby, BC Learn to ride the walk, trot, tolt and canter. Experience the difference between trot and a tolt, speed changes and gait changes. This clinic is addressed to all levels of riders. Each participant will be taught according to his/her level of riding. Your horse or ours. Please contact us for more information : info@toltaway.com or www.toltaway.com |
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| Jun. 4 - 7 | 4 Day TTEAM Connect Icelandic Riding Clinic Teachers: Robyn Hood; Mandy Pretty; Sue Falkner-March Four day riding clinic - the first day will be an introduction to the horses, basic TTouch, balancing riders and giving people a sense of the horses they will be riding. The next 2 days will be Centered/Connected Riding with Sue Falkner-March followed by another day of riding & ground work with Icelandic horses. This clinic offers a positive, stress-free opportunity to learn about Icelandic horses and TTouch. We will be focusing on Centered/Connected Riding on day 2 & 3 and integrate these skills into work on the gaits. Riders will have the opportunity to ride different horses and we will cover saddle fit, dentistry and an introduction to TTouch bodywork and the Playground of Higher Learning & Connected Groundwork. This clinic is not suited for brand new riders (call us if you are not sure) and you will be riding 1-2 times per day. We are taking a maximum of 8 people. Contact www.icefarm.com 1-800-255-2336 |
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| Jun. 7 -10 | 4 Day Riding Clinic Clear Lake Farm, Magnetawan, ON, Canada Arrival: June 6, 2009 – Departure: June 11, 2009 Open riding clinic with two riding lessons and one theory lesson per day. Instruction will be given in groups of a maximum of 4 riders. School horses available. Information: Kordula Reinhartz, clf@xplornet.com or (705) 387-4464, www.icelandichorses.ca |
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| Jun. 13 - 14 | Fun & Pleasure Event Clear Lake Farm, Magnetawan, ON, Canada The ninth annual Icelandic Horse show - 1 ½ days of friendly competition in a variety of classes to demonstrate the versatility of the Icelandic Horse. Come and bring your horse. The Event will be judged by Canadian National Sport Judges. Join us for a casual get together Saturday evening. Everyone is welcome! Information: Kordula Reinhartz, clf@xplornet.com or (705) 387-4464, www.icelandichorses.ca |
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| Jun. 13 - 18 | 6 Day Starting Young Horses with TTEAM Teachers: Robyn Hood and Mandy Pretty Participants will have the opportunity to take a young Icelandic horse through the steps of starting him under saddle using TTEAM techniques. This clinic also includes working with, young Icelandic foals at their mothers' side, weanlings, and older unhandled horses. The course is open for people to bring their own young horse of any breed. This clinic counts towards becoming a TTEAM Practitioner. Lunches included Contact www.icefarm.com 1-800-255-2336 |
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| Jun. 20 - 21 | More gaits - more fun ♥ Experience the Icelandic Horse at Tolt Away Farm Enderby, BC Learn to ride the walk, trot, tolt and canter. Experience the difference between trot and a tolt, speed changes and gait changes. This clinic is addressed to all levels of riders. Each participant will be taught according to his/her level of riding. Your horse or ours. Please contact us for more information : info@toltaway.com or www.toltaway.com |
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| Jun. 27 - 28 | 2-Generation Weekend Clear Lake Farm, Magnetawan, ON, Canada Arrival: evening of June 26, 2009 – Departure: June 28, 2009 after lunch Be it mother / father + child, grandma / grandpa + grandchild, aunt / uncle + niece / nephew – this event is intended for an adult bringing a child 6 years or older. Maximum number of participants: 5 “pairs”. This weekend of fun and education around and about the Icelandic Horse will be catered to the interests and abilities of the participants. You may bring your own horse to be included in the activities if suitable. Information: Kordula Reinhartz, clf@xplornet.com or (705) 387-4464, www.icelandichorses.ca |
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| Jul. 9 - 10 | Natural Horsemanship Clinic Level 1 with Richard Thompson Clear Lake Farm, Magnetawan, ON, Canada Arrival: July 8 / departure: July 11 Richard Thompson - an excellent and dedicated teacher - will teach “Learning the language of the Relationship”. This clinic is a great opportunity to learn all about “horse communication” and body language. It is an asset for horse handlers of all levels. If you are either a beginner or an experienced horse owner, you are sure to learn a lot. Information: Kordula Reinhartz, clf@xplornet.com or (705) 387-4464, www.icelandichorses.ca |
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| Jul. 11 - 12 | Riding Clinic with Richard Thompson Clear Lake Farm, Magnetawan, ON, Canada Arrival: July 10 / departure: July 12 late afternoon A new clinic format with the well-known and dedicated horseman Richard Thompson. Participants in this riding clinic should have participated in a previous Level 1 Richard Thompson clinic. Richard has the ability to break complex topics into manageable building blocks – take them apart and put them back together. Valuable clinic for riders of all levels. Information: Kordula Reinhartz, clf@xplornet.com or (705) 387-4464, www.icelandichorses.ca |
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| Jul. 25 - 26 | 2 Day TTEAM Connect Teacher: Mandy Pretty Two days of TTEAM & Connected Riding exercises either on our horses or your own. This clinic offers a positive, stress-free opportunity to learn about Icelandic horses (or bring your own horse), experience the tölt and TTEAM & Connected Riding concepts. We will only be accepting 8 participants to ensure personal attention. Contact www.icefarm.com 1-800-255-2336 |
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| Jul. 29 - 30 | Learn to ride a competition at Tolt Away Farm Enderby, BC Always a bit unsure about what to expect from a show or just would like to improve your riding? Great than this is for you!! * Learn what the judges would like to see in each class You will test ride real classes for the judge. Then get your detailed information on the performance and find out what needs to be improved. Than we'll work you through. You'll be amazed how much you can improve in just 2 days. You can do it ♥ we will help you. Non Horse owners can participate in this clinic on one of our horses. A good basic riding level required. Trainer and judge will be available during this event to help you improve. For more information , please contact us : info@toltaway.com or www.toltaway.com |
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| Aug. 1 - 2 | Icelandic Horse Competition ♥ Grand Opening of 250m Oval Track at Tolt Away Farm Enderby, BC Sport and Fun Show Come and enjoy a weekend of fun and competition amongst Icelandic Horse enthusiasts. Make new friends and enjoy competition in a friendly atmosphere. Suitable for all, kids and beginners to professional riders and trainers. You'll find something for everyone. Fun and FEIF classes. Please join us for this special event and our grand opening of the third 250m oval track in Canada. The past president of the German Icelandic Horse Federation, Mr. . Winfried Winnefeld said about this track: " Certainly one of the nicest views in the world off this oval track!" No own horse? No problem - we have a few horses available to non horse owners. Please contact us for more information: info@toltaway.com or www.toltaway.com |
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| Aug. 3 - 9 | Icelandic World Championships Switzerland For more information please visit www.icelandichorses2009.ch |
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| Aug. 10 - 15 | 6 Day TTEAM Connect Teachers: Robyn Hood; Mandy Pretty; Sue Falkner-March In depth hands-on workshop exploring the TTOUCH and TTEAM ground exercises with a variety of horses. This clinic also includes Connected Riding and groundwork, evaluating saddle fit, ground driving and the use of TTEAM equipment including the body wrap and balance rein. Contact www.icefarm.com 1-800-255-2336 |
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| Aug. 29 - 30 | 2 Day TTEAM Connect Teacher: Mandy Pretty Two days of TTEAM & Connected Riding exercises either on our horses or your own. This clinic offers a positive, stress-free opportunity to learn about Icelandic horses (or bring your own horse), experience the tölt and TTEAM & Connected Riding concepts. We will only be accepting 8 participants to ensure personal attention. Contact www.icefarm.com 1-800-255-2336 |
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| Sept. 12 -13 | Balance Riding Clinic Clear Lake Farm, Magnetawan, ON, Canada Arrival: Sept. 11 / departure: Sept. 13 The Balanced Riding clinic will promote harmony between the rider and horse. You will combine sessions of stretch and strength exercises with relaxation and individual body alignment to create a more balanced seat on your horse. This will also release tension and reduce anxiety and fear allowing a greater connection to your horse. Instructors: Yolanda Yott (certified fitness instructor and Icelandic Horse owner) & Otmar Füth. School horses are available. Information: Kordula Reinhartz, clf@xplornet.com or (705) 387-4464, www.icelandichorses.ca |
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| Sept. 19 - 20 | 2 Day TTEAM Connect Teacher: Mandy Pretty Two days of TTEAM & Connected Riding exercises either on our horses or your own. This clinic offers a positive, stress-free opportunity to learn about Icelandic horses (or bring your own horse), experience the tölt and TTEAM & Connected Riding concepts. We will only be accepting 8 participants to ensure personal attention. Contact www.icefarm.com 1-800-255-2336 |
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| Oct. 23 - 25 | Guys’ Weekend Clear Lake Farm, Magnetawan, ON, Canada Arrival: evening of Oct. 23 / departure: Oct. 25 after lunch A get-away just for guys, men, chaps, . . . Bring your horse or just use one of ours. Weekend may contain serious education, trail riding, camp fire, social time, happy hours, . . . Participants’ discretion is advised! Information: Kordula Reinhartz, clf@xplornet.com or (705) 387-4464, www.icelandichorses.ca |
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| Dec. 31 | Clear Lake Farm’s New Year’s Eve Party Mike’s Hall, Magnetawan, ON, Canada Book the whole package including but not limited to welcome drink, trail ride through the snow, dinner, accommodation – details to follow. Enjoy fireworks at Midnight and start the New Year among Icelandic Horse friends. Shuttle service to and from Mike’s Hall will be available. Information: Kordula Reinhartz, clf@xplornet.com or (705) 387-4464, www.icelandichorses.ca |
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