VANA'S HORSEMANSHIP & BARREL RACING CLINICS
Vana was practically born on a horse, as she is the daughter of parents prominent in the horse racing field. Her mother was a successful horse breeder and her father was a world renowned trainer and driver of harness horses. He won the Hambletonian three times and at the age of 87 he is still active as a consultant to major farms. Growing up on the racetrack bred a keen sense of adventure and competitiveness in Vana. She has always striven for the unique synergy of horse and rider competing at the highest levels together.
Some of her accomplishments include:
- Six-time Wrangler National Finals Rodeo Qualifier
- Wrangler National Finals Rodeo Fastest Time
- Wrangler National Finals Rodeo Champion
- Women’s Professional Rodeo Association
Rookie of the Year
- Two-time Women’s Professional Rodeo Association Southeastern Circuit Champion
- Two-time Calgary Stampede Champion
Even though being retired from full time barrel racing competition, she ranks among the top ten all time money earners of the Women’s Professional Rodeo Association.
Since retiring from rodeo competition, Vana has turned her talents toward helping others achieve their personal or professional best. Her deep instinct in working with horses coupled with years of barrel racing experience has led to her success as a coach in the field, inspiring and training a new generation of riders. Vana specializes in buiding strong, confident riders and respectful, willing horses.
We invite you to experience Vana’s personal touch to help you achieve your own greatness. We offer the following clinics: 3-day Barrel Racing Clinic, Horsemanship Clinics, Private 1-on-1 Barrel Racing Lessons, Coaching Days, Riding Lessons, Summer Day Camps. Inquiries by phone, call (864) 993-6515, or by email vana@crosscreekrodeo.com
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Our clinics are tailored to recognize that everyone has different goals and problems when it comes to horses. Here at Cross Creek Rodeo Ranch we provide you with horse training techniques that will help you achieve those goals and solve those problems.
Discovering Your Horsemanship
Saturday March 31, 2012 @ Cross Creek Rodeo Ranch
Open to all levels of Western riders
$50/rider $15/day Audit fee(participants without horse)
Lunch will be provided at no extra cost. Bring drinks & snacks
Clinic hours: 9am - 5pm Outdoor Pens: $15/weekend
Limited riders on first come, first serve basis. Enroll early
$25, non refundable, deposit holds spot. Deposit along with completed enrollment form due by March 17. Balance due start of clinic.
• Developing softness from your horse and softness in your hands
• Learn to read your horse's body language and mind
• Develope an improved understanding of the behavior of the horse
* Learn how horses think, how they interpret human behavior and
communicate through their body language
• Health and welfare of the equine athlete
• Barn Sour & Heard Bound horses * Teach your horse patience
• Learn how to be the leader on the ground and in the saddle
• The mechanics of bits * Finding the best bit for your horse
• And much more to help make riding more enjoyable for both you and your horse.
Riders are responsible for bringing their own grain, hay, and buckets.
We can supply you with a list of accommodations to assist you in planning your stay.
Riders are welcome to check in on Friday after 5pm so you're not feeling rushed Saturday morning getting to clinic.
One Day Barrel Racing Clinic
SaturdayApril 7, 2012 @ Cross Creek Rodeo Ranch
Open to all levels of riders 8yrs old and up
$75/rider $25/Audit Fee (participants without horse)
Lunch will be provided at no extra cost. Bring drinks & snacks
Clinic hours: 9am - 5pm Outdoor pens: $15/weekend
Limited riders on first come, first serve basis. Enroll early.
$50, non refundable, deposit holds spot. Deposit along with completed
enrollment form due by March 24. Balance due start of clinic.
• Clinic will focus on horsemanship, problem correction, and
barrel racing techniques.
• Tack check • Mechanics of bits
• Physical fitness & nutrition • Alley problems
• Keeping a fluid motion around barrels • Competition strategies
• And tips that helped make Vana a Champion inside & outside the arena
Riders are responsible for bringing their own grain, hay, and buckets.
We can supply you with a list of accommodations to assist you in planning your stay.
Riders are welcome to check in on Friday after 5pm so you're not feeling rushed Saturday morning getting to clinic
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As proof with her many wins on different horses and seen with the pictures above, Vana has the talent of riding different barrel horse styles.
Let Vana help you to accomplish your own personal goals.
