Sue Sherry Clinic July 10-12, 2009

An invitation to ride with Suzanne Sherry!

Are you interested in biomechanics? Need help with developing connection, engagement or impulsion? Riders of every level are welcome to participate with this truly exceptional clinician. Please forward this invitation to anyone you know who may be interested in attending.

Cost of the clinic is $275.00 and includes 3 1 hour semi-private (2 riders) lesson sessions (one each day) and attendance at the Saturday evening ground session. Private time slots are available at $310.00 for the weekend.

Please call Michelle Binder ASAP to reserve your spot. 509.290.4301

Classically trained in the German tradition, Sue passes on classical techniques consistent with classical ideals. Sue will focus on developing a correct foundation, balance, correct application of the aids, lightness and self carriage for both horse and rider. Riders from Sue's programs have scored over 70% in USDF competition through third level and her teaching and training have produced an ARIA certified instructor, 2 USDF certified instructors, and a certified instructor/trainer from the International Academy for Equestrian Studies, Warendorf, Germany. Whether you are a rider or a trainer/instructor, whether you ride or audit, this clinic will have information helpful to you!

Suzanne Sherry M.Ed.

Suzanne Sherry has a Masters degree in education and has been a professional riding instructor since 1963, For 35 years she owned and operated Pentaur Farm in Milford, MI as a training and teaching facility. Sue has over 50 years riding experience in hunters and dressage, spending more than 40 of those years as a riding instructor. Sue is a respected international clinician and teaches from New York to Oregon and in Canada. Sue has ridden through Grand Prix and trained through Prix St. Georges. She completed the British Horsemasters Course in 1964. Beginning in the 1970's, Sue served for 11 years on the committee which developed and ran the original USDF Vi Hopkins National Dressage Instructors Seminars.

The main focus of Sue's teaching is studying and developing the interaction between horse and rider, and examining the physical, psychological, emotional influence they have on each other. Her instruction focuses on developing correct self carriage through balance and proper application of the aids. A brilliant instructor, Sue gives credit to Violet Hopkins, Karl Milkolka, Maj. Anders Lindgren and Col. Albrecht von Zeigner (a most highly respected and influential German master and classicist. Author of "Dressage Basics" and other texts). Sue brought von Zeigner to her farm in Michigan for many years) as the most influential teachers in her career. Sue also worked directly with Sally Swift for 7 years, and has attended Mary Wanless Instructor Seminars, USDF Instructors Workshops and international competitions. In addition to her experience as a rider and instructor, Sue has an excellent background in body awareness techniques like the Alexander Technique and Feldenkreis. Sue continues to travel extensively in the US and Canada as a clinician, known for her expertise in equestrian kinesthetics, including unmounted and mounted work, imagery, exercise, and biomechanics.