Since I was young and on the road with my dad, John Lyons, I would dream about one day being able to help riders feel confident in their skills and help horses feel at peace with their owners. The two combined is so important to me. My family and I had always done this through clinics, traveling across the country doing 3-5 day riding clinics. From 1998-2013 I did this through taking horses in on monthly training and lessons. Since 2013 my kids were grown enough that I could go back on the road and help those through clinics.With the help of a pandemic, I finally got the courage to try a new way of teaching. During 2020 I had to change my thought and wanted to help riders from the comforts of their own home. I did not know exactly how to do that, so I ran some trial classes. I knew I did not want to do the normal online school where there wasn’t a step by step guide to a goal. I wanted the classes to be goal oriented so the rider had individual attention for what they were personally wanting to achieve in their journey. And honestly I was so surprised by the results! I am so excited to now offer another way to work with me but from your own home and on your own time line.
Now I use my experiences online through virtual programs to help others start and grow their own successful relationships with their horses and some of you, a new career!! I still do offer clinics throughout the country and I do my immersion programs, where you spend a month with me working on specific goals.
Brandi uses her experiences to help riders through clinics throughout the country, virtual programs that you can do from home, and month long intensive riding programs at her facility in Arizona.
Brandi has been published in Horse and Rider, Western Horseman, Perfect Horse, Horse Illustrated, The Trail Rider, blogs, and much more.
She competed in the 2022 Road to the Horse and is now proud to be apart of such a great organization as the Southern Equine Expo.
Brandi Lyon's Clinics
Friday, February 21, 2025
Conquering the Canter: Overcoming the Fear of Loping
Description: Many riders experience anxiety when transitioning to the canter or lope. This session delves into the common causes of this fear and offers practical strategies to build confidence. Attendees will learn about the importance of relaxation, the role of a steady horse, and step-by-step approaches to comfortably initiate and maintain the lope.
Clinic Rider Requirements: One participant that is scared to lope or has a hard time loping. Cost $40
Spring Back into Riding: Safe Practices After a Winter Break-Lecture
Description: After a long winter hiatus, both horses and riders may feel rusty. This workshop provides a roadmap for resuming riding activities safely. Topics include assessing your horse’s fitness level, gradual conditioning programs, and exercises to rebuild rider strength and flexibility, all aimed at preventing injuries and promoting a smooth transition back into regular riding routines
Saturday, February 22, 2025
From Trot to Triumph: Building Confidence in Riding-Lecture
Description: Fear can be a significant barrier to enjoying horseback riding. This workshop focuses on understanding the roots of riding anxiety and provides techniques to manage and overcome it. Participants will explore methods such as deep breathing, visualization, and gradual exposure to more challenging gaits, fostering a supportive environment to regain trust in themselves and their horses.
Mastering Speed Control: Achieving a Balanced Ride
Description: Maintaining consistent speed is crucial for both rider safety and horse comfort. This session offers insights into the aids and cues essential for regulating your horse’s pace across different gaits. Through demonstrations and interactive discussions, riders will gain tools to enhance communication with their horses, leading to more controlled and enjoyable rides.
Clinic Rider Requirements: One rider that is able to ride their horse safely however want help getting their gates to stay more consistent and in control. Cost $40
Sunday, February 23, 2025
Navigating Obstacles: Building Trust Over Barriers
Description: Successfully guiding a horse over obstacles requires trust and clear communication. This practical session explores training exercises to introduce and accustom horses to various obstacles. Participants will discover how to approach new challenges methodically, ensuring both horse and rider remain confident and connected throughout the process.
Clinic Rider Requirements: 2-3 riders looking to gain confidence and improve trail. cost $40
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Calming the Anxious Horse: Strategies for Managing Spooking
Description: Horses can be unpredictable, and spooking is a natural response to perceived threats. This seminar addresses the causes of spooking and presents effective techniques to desensitize and reassure anxious horses. Attendees will learn about horse psychology, the importance of rider calmness, and step-by-step methods to build a horse’s confidence in various environments.
Clinic Horse Requirements: One horse needed for Brandi to work needs to have anxiety of some sort. Cost $40