Intermediate level
Pony 13.2 hands | Age 20
Joey has shown in Pony hunters, and fox hunted for years.     He is now finding his role as a teacher; he is forward and willing.

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Advanced level
Thoroughbred | 16 hands | Age 9
Ember is an  off-track Thoroughbred that has been evented and fox huned.   She is privately owned and leased.

$100  Location:  Red Gate Farm

Contact us if you’d like to attend our mounted fox hunting clinic Sunday, Feb. 25, 3:30-5:30, followed by  an introductory fox hunt with the Loudoun Hunt on Sat., March 3. Must be an intermediate rider. We will cover EVERYTHING (tack, attire, etiquette, history, hunt staff and roles, expectations of horse/rider, etc.). Includes talks by master and huntsman, and a kennel tour.

$50 reduced cap fee(adults) for the hunt on March 3, plus $150 extra fee if you need a horse for the fox hunt. Our staff will ride with you on the hunt to assist and explain. Trailer spots limited!

$75   Includes horse and guide, wine/beverages/snacks

Ride in a group through the cornfields.    One of our instructors will guide the group.  If we get  a large group, we might split into 2 groups by riding level.

$25 / 2 hours

Provided by Clarke equine in conjunction with our staff, we will be seeing a live demonstration of the “lameness locator” on one of our horses.  Also will be discussing what every horse owner should know (routine care: worming/vaccines/Coggins/dentist/farrier) as well as common ailments (Colic, abcess, wound care, fever, tying up) and when to call the vet! Refreshments served.  If you work with horses, lease a horse, dream of owning a horse, or are lucky enough to own one now, you should see this presentation. At the end, wrapping of a foot and leg demo. 

 Intermediate Level

20 Year old  pony, 14 Hands

Zoe is quick and fun, and has showing experience in hunters, jumpers, and
eventing.  She is privately owned and leased.

• Dressage (meaning “training”) is the foundation for all riding.
• Clinic may use cavaletti, poles, strides, cones, tempo, circles, and/or patterns to gymnasticise  horse and rider
• Focus on correct Body Position
• Practice proper geometry
• Semi-private format $125 per person/ 1 hour

During her career, Mary has successfully trained and competed a number of horses at the FEI Level. In addition, Mary’s European training has led to multiple awards and accomplishments, including:

Wins at the prestigious Grand Prix at Devon and Festival of Champions

USDF Gold, Silver and Bronze Medals

U.S. Equestrian Team (USET) Long List

USDF Certified National Level Instructor and Trainer

VADA Horse of the Year Championships at FEI, Training, Third and Fourth

Mary has shared her extensive knowledge by helping develop future instructors through USDF workshops and seminars and offering clinics throughout the United States. In addition, she has spent many years teaching the U.S. Pony Club and has assisted three riders to earn their “A” rating. Mary has been featured in national magazines, including Dressage Today, USDF Connection, Dressage and CT and Practical Horseman, as well as appeared on several television programs, such as “Living with Animals,” a PBS special about advanced dressage.

To sign up, contact Christine at (703) 585-7586 or RedGateFarmVA@aol.com

Intermediate/Advanced Level

16 years old Irish Thoroughbred, 16.2H

Key is a quick, sensitive ride for experienced riders.  He was a very successful racehorse and foxhunter.  He is currently retired.