Clinic Information, Schedule and Registration 

Better Barrel Racing Clinic

The Horsemanship for Better Barrel Racing Clinic is the flagship of the Camarillo programs. It defines the foundation for skills necessary to perform consistent andefficient performance in in all riding disciplines, focusing on both training and competition. The ART of Barrel Racing is the foundation to Approach, riders and horse’s ability to ride a straight line; Rate, rider and horse’s ability to lengthen and shorten strides; Turn, the ability to maintain balance and suppleness through the turns.

The classes are limited to 12 riders. Two instructors will be in the arena at all times for hands on and personal evaluation and instruction.

Riders will make a timed run on both days of the program followed by video evaluation. We believe that details matter; small changes can make bit differences.

This is truly a “College Short Course” based on fundamental horsemanship for proven results.  Awards.

• Individual video review and performance evaluation.
• Introduction to training and competition equipment for enhanced feel, control and confidence.
• Problem-specific correction exercises for better barrel racing.
• Introduction to the A.R.T. of Barrel Racing for efficient approach, rate, turn.
• Introduction of the Training Pyramid's six building blocks to better barrel racing performance: Rhythm, Suppleness, Contact, Impulsion, Straightness, Collection.
• Reinforcement of seat, legs and hands for better horse/rider communication and balance.
• Helps each rider understand how to generate a connection with the horse.
• Goal-setting and competition opportunities.

Each rider receives a written Guide for ongoing reference about our programs, philosophy and exercises.

Barrel Racing Advanced Workshop, Level II Clinic

Prerequisite for this class, the rider must have attended a Better Barrel Racing Clinic (2 or 3 day) and feel familiar in the concepts of the ART of Barrel Racing, Approach, Rate and Turn , along with the Training and Competition Equipment. The Advanced Workshop Level II is designed to take each horse and rider to their next level of personal performance. Riders must have ridden through a 2 or 3 Day Better Barrel Racing Clinic to be eligible to ride in the Level II Program. Riders should have an understanding of the principals of the ART of Barrel Racing, Approach, Rate and Turn; Training Equipment and Competition Equipment.

There will be two timed runs, each videoed for evaluation and performance outcomes. Equipment will be reviewed and modified as necessary.

The 1 Day Level II program is limited enrollment to 6 riders providing one on one time for each horse and rider.

• In-depth video evaluation and advanced skills for efficient performance and faster times.
• Extensive information on competition equipment designed to maximize performance.
• Introduction to the mental game of competition, reducing stress and performance anxiety in both horse and rider.
• Emphasis is placed on the importance of "plan the run, run the plan" and performance preparation. 
• Additional skill exercises for better understanding of performance efficiency and consistency.
• Problem-specific corrections applied at speed for performance enhancement.
• Designed to take each rider to their personal next level of performance and competition.

All contact information is provided for each clinic. If you wish to register by phone, check on availability or obtain more information, Email links and telephone numbers are provided.

Don't hesitate to enroll early. These clinics fill up very fast! Upon receipt of your deposit and the registration form, the sponsors will notify you with further information.

Please note that Horse Fairs and Classics are added to the schedule.  Clinics will be added throughout the year, so be sure to check back.

We hope to see you at a clinic where you can join Sharon and her instructors in the mutual quest for learning and performance excellence.