Harry Whitney - Horsemanship
… from the horse's point of view
Ask Harry Whitney how he’s doing and you will probably get a “…tired and grumpy…!” response, delivered with a twinkle in his eye. A self-professed opinionated and narrow-minded horsemanship clinician, his opinion is solidly rooted in the foundational principles of horsemanship "from the horse’s point of view", and his narrow mindedness is due to the fact that he is committed to what works for the horse. Students observe that change is possible; they are encouraged to build upon that foundation to further improve their relationship with their horses.
Most folks find Harry friendly, knowledgeable and approachable. He welcomes the discussion and questions of riders and auditors as they discover that his principles, simply put, work.
HORSEMANSHIP... from the horse's point of view
Want to get to know Harry better? Watch "Anna Bonnage visits with Harry Whitney!!"
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"So often, we focus on what the horse is doing, and miss the fact that the mind will affect what he does and how he does it. If we give attention to the horse - how he is feeling in the moment, where his thought is and offer him the help he is looking for - many of the things we thought were problems will be cleared up.”
- Harry Whitney
Growing up on the family ranch in Kansas, Harry developed early on an uncanny connection to horses. This connection became the foundation for his unique approach to horsemanship “…from the horse’s point of view.”
Following his graduation from Kansas State University with a degree in Animal Sciences, he continued to work with horses, and showcased his talents with a roman riding act. It did not seem to matter the breed of horse or the discipline for which it was intended - Harry calmly and purposefully approached each with the sure knowledge that it could willingly do what he was asking. At a neighbor's urging, he started training horses for the locals. It wasn’t long before the friends and neighbors expanded into the public at large, who asked if he would share his knowledge in a clinic format.
The horses became his testimony, and a career was born.CLINIC FORMATS
You will see all sorts of breeds of horses, riding styles, and riding levels. Group size is limited to 5-6 riders, which allows each to work with Harry one on one. Expect to start out at a level that is most comfortable for you and your horse. Auditors are encouraged to attend, particularly if you are not yet familiar with Harry’s principles/teaching style. Questions and discussions usually arise during each rider’s session, which also contributes to the learning experience.
Hosted Horsemanship Clinics - These can be either regular or Modified Intensive formats at the ranch/facility of the host. Class size is limited to 5-6 riders to optimize learning. Auditors welcome! Please check the schedule page to see when Harry will be in your area. Contact the host for information about rider/auditor availability.
There are four formats for Harry’s horsemanship clinics:
Horsemanship Clinic format - Riders will work with their horses under Harry’s direction. Work includes ground work and under saddle. Harry addresses concerns specific to each rider to help develop a better relationship with the horse.
Bible Horsemanship Clinic format - It's about relationships, not religion. Cowboy Chaplain and very good friend, Ronnie Moyer of Moyer Ministries, joins Harry twice a year at clinics held in California and Virginia. Daily Bible studies partner with horsemanship which illustrates the Biblical principles that apply to all relationships. The horsemanship format may be either regular or Intensive. All are welcome. To learn more about Ronnie Moyer's ministry, click here.
Modified Intensive Horsemanship Clinic format - Riders observe as Harry student(s) work with each horse under Harry's direction/supervision for the first 2-3 days. During this time Harry will be sharing his principles with riders/auditors as the student works with the horse. Riders then ride for the last one or two days. Clinics are usually limited to 5 riders for a maximum learning experience.
East Coast Legacy Clinic format - Harry has been developing a group of young students on horsemanship, and training. This group of experienced young adults will work clinic horses under Harry's direction/supervision. It is a great opportunity to encourage our future generations in the principles of horsemanship "from the horse's point of view". Additionally, if you are working on a specific issue with your horse or would like a tune up for riding season this is a great format!
For info about the Bible Horsemanship clinics, please click here
For info about the hosted clinics, please visit the Clinic Schedule page for host contact information.
Auditors are encouraged and welcomed to attend all formats!
"Harry’s keen eye and sense
of what most suits a horse’s needs at any one moment never ceases
to impress me. But even more than that, he has a knack for helping ordinary horse owners find those skills within themselves."
- Ross Jacobs, Australia
"I have traveled several times from my home in England, especially to ride in Harry's clinics in Arizona. While being around Harry, the learning truly never ends. His patience, awareness and laughter create an ideal learning environment for his students. Harry is committed to enabling us to discover how we can help our horses to feel better about their work, no matter what we are asking them."
- Anna Bonnage, England
"Since 1999, when I first met Harry, I have witnessed many peoples' introduction to his perspective of horses.
A common statement is something like "where have these teachings been all my life?" The content delivered can create a whole new level for both horse and rider--a level that, in my experience, brings about an
essential peace that most horse and rider pairs, unfortunately, never get to enjoy without Harry's kindly delivered teachings".
. - Ty Haas, Kansas
CLINIC SCHEDULE
Harry travels most months of the year to hosted horsemanship clinics around the United States.
Clinic formats may be Regular Horsemanship, Bible Horsemanship or Modified Intensive (see Clinic Format page for additional information).
See below for an up to date schedule.
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ATTENTION RIDERS AND AUDITORS: The dates listed below are the actual riding clinic dates. Some locations may host a dinner the night before. We try to keep the information on this page as up-to-date as possible and we don't want you to miss anything. Please read all information you receive from your host thoroughly so you can plan accordingly.
2026
August 2026
Aug 12 - 16 - VA- Host dinner on Aug 11th. Derrick Hicks Farm in Floyd VA
5-Day Regular format BIBLE Horsemanship Clinic with Harry and Cowboy Chaplain Ronnie Moyer. Rider spots are FULL - Please contact Tom to be added to a waiting list if interested. Auditors are Welcome. For questions and rider/auditor information contact Tom Moates at Tommoates@gmail.com.
Aug 19 - 23 - VA - Host dinner on Aug 18th. Derrick Hicks Farm in Floyd VA5-Day Regular format BIBLE Horsemanship Clinic with Harry and Cowboy Chaplain Ronnie Moyer. Rider spots are FULL - Please contact Tom to be added to a waiting list if interested. Auditors are Welcome. For questions and rider/auditor information contact Tom Moates at Tommoates@gmail.com
September 2026
Sept 5 - 9 -Colfax, CA - 5-Day Horsemanship Clinic Youth Format. Youth Format-Rider Slots Full. Day Auditors are welcome. However, there is no overnight camping available for this week. For questions and auditor information contact Laura Dickerson at 831-246-1024 or
email imdlaura@aol.com.Sept 12 - 16 -Colfax, CA - 5-Day Regular Format Horsemanship Clinic. For questions and rider/auditor information, contact: Laura Dickerson at 831-246-1024 or email imdlaura@aol.com. Rider spots are Full. Auditors are Welcome.
Sept 20 - 23 -Colfax, CA - 4-Day Regular Format Horsemanship Clinic. For questions and
rider/auditor information, contact Laura Dickerson at 831-246-1024 or email imdlaura@aol.com. Rider spots are Full. Auditors are Welcome.Sept 27 - 30 -Colfax, CA - 4-Day Regular Format Clinic. For questions and rider/auditor information, contact Laura Dickerson at 831-246-1024 or email imdlaura@aol.com. Rider spots are available! Auditors are Welcome.
October 2026Oct 4 - 7 -Colfax, CA - 4-Day Regular Format Clinic. For questions and rider/auditor information, contact Laura Dickerson at 831-246-1024 or email imdlaura@aol.com. Rider spots are available! Auditors are Welcome.
Oct 10 - 14 -Colfax, CA - 5-Day Regular format BIBLE Horsemanship Clinic with Harry and Cowboy Chaplain Ronnie Moyer. Auditors welcome. For questions and rider/auditor information contact Laura Dickerson at 831-246-1024 or email imdlaura@aol.com. Rider spots are available! Auditors are Welcome.
Oct 17 - 21 - Colfax, CA - 5-Day Regular format BIBLE Horsemanship Clinic with Harry and Cowboy Chaplain Ronnie Moyer. Auditors welcome. For questions and rider/auditor information contact Laura Dickerson at 831-246-1024 or email imdlaura@aol.com. Rider spots are available! Auditors are Welcome.
November 2026
PLEASE NOTE clinic dates moved FROM December 2026 to November 2026
Nov 16-20 - Oden, AR - 5-Day Regular Horsemanship Clinic at Mountain Horse Stables. For rider/auditor information, contact Cheryl at cddodgen@yahoo.com or text Cheryl at 903-570-2541. Auditors are Welcome. This clinic is FULL - Please contact Cheryl if you are interested in being placed on a wait list.
December 2026
RESCHEDULED to November 16-20 see details above. - Oden, AR - 5-Day Regular Horsemanship Clinic at Mountain Horse Stables.
2027
May 2027
**Please note there are several changes to the Mendin Fences Farm clinic formats and number of clinic days. **
May 5-8 - Rogersville, TN Mendin'Fences Farm. Host dinner - May 4th.
4-Day Regular Horsemanship Clinic. For questions and rider/auditor information, contact host Shelby Wilcox at SJSaddleryinc@gmail.com.
Rider spots are available! Auditors are Welcome.
May 12 - 16 - Rogersville, TN Mendin'Fences Farm. Host dinner on May 11th.
2nd annual Youth Format for TN - East Coast Legacy Clinic -This is a 5 Day Horsemanship Clinic. Harry has been developing a group of young students on horsemanship/training. This group of experienced young adults will host a clinic this year at Mendin Fences Farm in Rogersville, TN. The students will work clinic horses under Harry’s direction/supervision. For more information see the clinic format section on this website.
For questions and rider/auditor information, contact host Shelby Wilcox at SJSaddleryinc@gmail.com.
Clinic horse spots are available! Auditors are Welcome.
May 18-22 - Rogersville, TN Mendin'Fences Farm. Host dinner on May 17th.
5-Day MODIFIED Intensive Horsemanship Clinic. What is a MODIFIED Intensive - Harry students Jessica and/or Annalise will work the clinic horses under Harry’s direction/supervision for the first 2-3 days of the clinic. For questions and rider/auditor information, contact host Shelby Wilcox at SJSaddleryinc@gmail.com.
Rider spots are available! Auditors are Welcome.
May 29 - June 2nd - Rogersville, TN Mendin'Fences Farm. Host dinner - May 28th.
5-Day Regular Horsemanship Clinic. For questions and rider/auditor information, contact host Shelby Wilcox at SJSaddleryinc@gmail.com.
Rider spots are available! Auditors are Welcome.
June 2027
June 6 - 9 - Rogersville, TN Mendin'Fences Farm. Host dinner - June 5th.
4-Day Regular Horsemanship Clinic. For questions and rider/auditor information, contact host Shelby Wilcox at SJSaddleryinc@gmail.com.
Rider spots are available! Auditors are Welcome.
June 18 - 20 - Thunder's Farm, Bondurant, Iowa 3-Day Regular Horsemanship Clinic.
For questions and information, contact Sara Etter at thundersfarmllc@gmail.com. Rider spots are still available. Auditors are Welcome.
July 1-4 - Thunder's Farm, Bondurant, Iowa 4-Day Regular Horsemanship Clinic. For questions and information, contact Sara Etter at thundersfarmllc@gmail.com. Rider spots are limited. Auditors are Welcome.
"I’ve watched Harry work with a broad
spectrum of horses and students,
from the upper levels of dressage to the brand new beginner just trying to sort it all out, and have seen remarkable changes in both."
- Shea Stewart
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Connect with Us
Interested in attending a Harry Whitney - Horsemanship Clinic? For information and/or to make reservations for upcoming hosted clinics, please contact the host(s) listed on the Clinic Schedule page directly for rider/auditor information.
For general information, please contact Sue Hildebrand by either email (sue@harrywhitney.com) - preferred method, or phone (765) 339-4826.
You can also follow Harry by visiting his facebook page (Harry Whitney - Horsemanship).
Auditors are always encouraged to attend clinics, especially if you are not yet familiar with Harry's philosophy of training "...from the horse's point of view".
Hope to see you down the trail!
