Riding Workshop Hosted by Pierce Equestrian with Noel Clark

Noel Clark is coming back to Pierce Equestrian located in Tyler, Texas November 25^th through 27^th, 2016.

Noel has dedicated his life to horses and to educating riders. He began riding in-utero, with his first solo ride at the age of three. Noel has been vigilant in the continued search for the best knowledge and coaching possible to further and hone his equestrian skills. Some of those people include George Morris, Denny Emerson, Blyth Taite, and Peter Gray to name a few coaches, Vet clinics such as Rood and Riddle, Virginia Tech and Burwash clinic and some of the best farriers and alternative medicine specialists across North America. Noel's initial focus was in the sport of Three-Day Event, achieving a spot on the Canadian Olympic Team long list for the first time in 2006 aboard his three star mount, Jack of Hearts owned by the Canadian Equestrian Team. Over the past several years, Noel has also added Show Jumping to his focus. Noel was fortunate to get the opportunity to travel with George Morris on his four week/18 day clinic tour in the fall of 2014. During that trip, Noel was able to observe and learn some of Mr. Morris’ vast wealth of knowledge being applied to over 350 horse/rider combinations.

Noel’s coaching approach is to provide his students with education on how to train and ride a horse and to assist them in learning the skills required to perform these tasks. Noel offers a unique and easy to understand approach focused on the importance of the fundamentals, clear communication with the horse and attention to detail. He strives to make a positive difference in every horse and rider he has the privilege of working with.

Peirce Equestrian offers their clients personalized care, training, and instruction. Whether a beginner or veteran rider, or looking to have a young horse begin to progress smoothly through the levels, Peirce Equestrian enjoys helping all of their clients.  They are a full service training and boarding facility, specializing in the Hunter/Jumper style, offering lessons from knowledgeable and trusted specialists who are eager to share their passion and proficiency for riding. As the only trainer with a program in Tyler Texas, traveling to USEF/USHJA ‘A’ & ‘AA’ shows, their mission is to provide the highest level of riding instruction, quality horse care, and successful horse training in a professional, fun, and supportive environment.

Learning to ride and learning to ride well are two different things. Peirce Equestrian takes pride in growing astute riders, and mounts. Through a customized approach, and an immersive environment, they devote the time and energy to teach safe and proper skills to both the horse and rider for success in and out of the show ring.

For more information about Peirce Equestrian visit their facility located at 21384 Cedar Lane in Tyler, TX or call (903) 590-6288. For more information about the Noel Clark workshop, please visit our facebook page and to register please contact us http://peirceequestrian.com/contact-us/

Introduction to English Riding for New and Prospective Riders

Have you ever dreamed of riding a horse?  Join us for a special mini clinic on November 3, 2016 from 4-6pm to get up close and personal with our lesson horses and learn about how we can help you achieve your goals.  Tour our private facility located in south Tyler and see what we have to offer!  Participants will learn about safety around horses, grooming, preparing to ride, and also experience time in the saddle learning the basics of riding!  Helmets will be provided for all participants.  Don’t forget to RSVP so that we may provide you with the best experience possible – 903.590.6288 or PeirceEquestrian@gmail.com

English riding is done all over the world, and has been for centuries, with some variations. It is considered the formal or traditional form of horseback riding.

Peirce Equestrian located at 21384 County Rd 116, Tyler, TX 75703 is holding a mini clinic November, 3^rd from 4 PM until 6 PM introducing English Riding for new and prospective riders.

The English saddle was designed for unimpeded horse movement.  English reins are buckled at the end and held with both hands. Bits for English riding are usually the Weymouth bridle or Pelham bit. The English bridle has a snaffle bit and a curb bit with a headstall for each and a double set of reins.

English riding has many styles throughout the world. The rider uses both hands to handle the reins and uses them to directly instruct the horse through the mouth. Riders should sit tall and straight. The rider must use balance and coordination in order to stand aboard. This can take time to learn and become second nature. English riding is considered more difficult to learn, but once learned is easier to transfer to the Western style. Events for English riding include dressage, hunter, jumper and combined training. English riding also has endurance riding. Children in England compete in Gymkhana events, which are games on horseback, such as grabbing potatoes, holding eggs in spoons or weaving through poles. Thoroughbred horses are often used for English riding, along with many of the other horse breeds around the world.

For more information contact Peirce Equestrian at (903) 590-6288.