Finding Balance
Integrating Horsemanship, Movement, and the Mind
with Dr. Catherine Wycoff and Riding Far
Riding Far is excited to announce Finding Balance, a unique collaborative clinic with our friend Dr. Catherine Wycoff
August 29-30!
Group Feldenkrais with Dr. Catherine Wycoff for both Horses and People
Group rider mindset sessions with Dr. Paul Haefner
Private lessons with Justin Haefner
This is not a clinic built around quick fixes or one-size-fits-all exercises. It is an opportunity to slow down, observe more deeply, and understand the factors that influence balance, communication, confidence, and performance. By integrating principles of movement science, nervous system regulation, equine rehabilitation, and classical horsemanship, participants will develop practical tools that create meaningful and lasting change for both horse and rider.
Together, we will explore the place where movement, psychology, and horsemanship intersect.
Whether you are working through a performance plateau, addressing physical asymmetries, building confidence, or simply striving for greater harmony, this clinic is designed to help you better understand what your horse is telling you, what your own body is communicating, and how small changes can transform the partnership between you.
There are only 4 clinic riding spots and 8 non-riding spots available and they will be reserved on a first come, first served basis, when payment is received. A waiting list will be created in the event that all the spots fill. All clinic purchases are non-refundable, although it may be transferred to an alternative participant at minimum 48 hours prior to the start of the clinic.
Event Details
Address
303 Willingham Rd
Charles Town, WV 25414
Date
August 29-30, 2026
Clinic Rates
Riding Participants: $750
~4 spots available
~Stabling included (Self care)
Non-Riding Participants: $250
~8 spots available
Lunch
Potluck each day - please bring a dish to share if you wish to participate
Waitlist
Riding Participant Waitlist: $250 Non-Riding ticket to join, applied to cost of the clinic if participation as a rider is granted.
Access to the premises is subject to receipt of an up-to-date Coggins for each horse, to be submitted by via email no less than 48 hours prior to the clinic.
Schedule
Saturday:
8:30-10 Introduction and Group session with Paul (All participants)
10-10:30 Break
10:30-12 45 min private lessons with Justin (Riding participants)
12-1 Potluck Lunch
1-2:30 45 min private lessons with Justin (Riding participants)
2:30-5 Horse group session with Catherine (All participants)
5-5:30 Wrap-up (All participants)
Sunday:
8:30-10 Group session with Paul (All participants)
10-10:15 Break
10:15-12:30 Rider group session with Catherine (All participants)
12:30-1:30 Potluck Lunch
1:30-4:30 45 min private lessons with Justin (Riding participants)
4:30-5 Wrap-up (All participants)
Reserve Your Spot Today!
Meet Your Clinicians
Dr. Paul Haefner
With his experience being a licensed psychologist and experienced horseman, Dr. Paul Haefner helps equestrians transform fear into confidence and build deeper partnerships through science, empathy, and connection. His ongoing study in fields like neurobiology and leadership in equine organizations reflect his dedication to advancing both human and horse well-being.
Dr. Catherine Wycoff
As a Doctor of Physical Therapy, Certified Equine Rehabilitation Practitioner, and Feldenkrais Practitioner, Catherine brings an exceptional understanding of movement, biomechanics, and learning. Her work helps horses and riders discover greater comfort, efficiency, and ease through thoughtful observation and individualized intervention.
Justin Haefner
Justin’s work is deeply rooted in the principles of French Classical Dressage and Western Horsemanship, with a specialization in Working Equitation. A lifelong equestrian, his experience spans many disciplines and a wide range of horses, allowing him to connect with riders from all corners of the equestrian world.
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