Clinics

Debbie conducts clinics both at Running D Ranch and other locations. Her clinics are an excellent opportunity for you to spend a relaxing weekend learning with your horse. Running D Ranch provides a peaceful ranch setting - ideal for the personal attention you'll receive while honing your skills with fellow participants. Our off-site clinics also provide wonderful environments for learning with your horse. Auditors are welcome at all clinics except those conducted on the trail. Participants and auditors should sign up well ahead of time to ensure your spots. Go to Clinic Online Registration to sign up online through our store.

At Running D Ranch clinics, lunch is included with clinic fees. Overnight stalls are available during the clinic weekend and there is lodging nearby. Please note that we require a negative Coggins test (within 12 months of clinic dates) for your horse to enter the ranch. This test is performed by your vet and typically takes 5-10 days to receive the results.

For clinics at other locations, please refer to information in the clinic description for pricing, stabling and other information specific to that clinic and facility. Please note the requirements for Coggins and/or health certificates at other facilities.

We are always looking for people to host clinics in their area. If you'd like to host a clinic, please call Debbie at (719)748-8543 or email Debbie at info@debbiebibb.com.

Creating the Ultimate Trail Horse - May 1-2, Fort Collins, Colo.

Colorado is great for trail riding! Get your horse ready to hit the mountain trails safely and with confidence. Debbie will help you transform your trail horse into the ultimate trail horse in this fun and challenging clinic. All levels of horses and riders are welcome.

You'll learn great techniques to safely prepare your horse for the trail in a logical easy-to-understand format. Learn how to teach your horse to stop no matter what; get your horse to safely pass scary objects; accept your loaded saddle bags and noisy, flapping rain gear; walk wherever you want in a group (front, back or middle); mind his manners in a group; overcome barn sour or buddy sour problems; stand for mounting; cope with moving objects such as bikes or motorcycles; cross various obstacles; and many other useful lessons to ensure safety and fun on the trail.

Don't miss out on the "indoor water crossing", the "noodle jungle" and the giant beach ball. Reserve your spot today before this clinic fills up!

". . . One of the best weekends of my life." - Sandy Berg

"I cannot tell you enough good things about the 'Ultimate Trail Horse Clinic' at Running D Ranch. The atmosphere was friendly and relaxed, the program was well thought out and best of all, flexible and fun! Absolutely refreshing!" - Mary Marsh

The clinic runs from 9 to 5 each day. Clinic is at Fort Collins Equestrian Center.

Riders are $295 each and auditors are $45 for one day or $60 for the weekend. All horses must have a negative Coggins test for entering the facility. Click here to sign up for this clinic. Click here to add day stalls ($15 per day) or overnight stalls ($30 per night)and shavings ($9 each).

Building The Horse Of A Lifetime™ Horsemanship 5-Day Clinic - June 28-July 2, Running D Ranch

Begin your journey today! Discover the three key principles of getting the most from your horse life - Communication, Relationship and Performance.

Learn how these three keys unlock the doors to help you become a high-performance leader; build you and your horse's confidence; improve your horsemanship; solve common problems; reach your goals with your horse.

All levels of horses and riders are welcome. Covered runs are included for this clinic.

Riders are $795 each and auditors are $25 for one day or $100 for all five days. All horses must have a negative Coggins test and health certificate for entering the facility. Click here to sign up for this clinic. Click here to add a stall instead of a covered run for $15 per night (plus bedding) and ABM bedding ($8 each). You may also bring your own shavings or pelleted bedding for stalls.

Building The Horse Of A Lifetime™ Colt Starting Clinic - July 19-30, Running D Ranch

Want to start your young horse yourself? Debbie will guide you through the steps to make sure you get your youngster off to the right start. As you know, the methods you choose to start your horse provide the foundation for your horse's future. This program will ensure you build that foundation properly and aid you in building your own Horse Of A Lifetime™.

Class will meet 9-5 Monday through Friday (with a half day on Wednesday), July 19-30. Requirements: Horses must be at least 2 years of age by July 19, 2010. Older horses may be re-started in this series as well. Participants should be comfortable working on the ground as well as riding at a walk, trot and canter. The more experience you have riding and working with horses, the better.

Clinic is $1500 per person. Please call or email for auditor pricing. Covered runs are included in this clinic. Registration deadline - May 1. Click here to register for this clinic.

Advanced Trail Riding Clinic - August 6-8, M Lazy C Ranch, Lake George, Colo.

Get ready for a great weekend on the trail with your horse!

The 100-year-old M Lazy C Ranch is our beautiful setting for some terrific trail rides and great accommodations. This family-owned working cattle ranch is nestled in a high-mountain valley surrounded by pine and aspen forests and adjoins thousands of acres of national forest.

Take your trail riding to new heights on amazing trail rides with Debbie to help you along the way. Clinic includes reviewing basic trail concepts and safety as well as problem-solving on the trail and personalized help for you and your horse. Click here to view information flyer.

This hands-on clinic has plenty of on-the-trail instruction and problem-solving in a beautiful mountain setting. Pricing is as follows: $20 deposit; early full payment by April 15, $395; full payment by May 15, $495; late registration (after May 15), $520. Pricing includes clinic and dinner on Friday and Saturday nights. Lodging arrangements need to be made through M Lazy C Ranch. Click here to sign up for this clinic.

Trail Dressage - August 14-15, Running D Ranch

Who says dressage and trail riding don't mix? Trail dressage will help you build a calm and willing partner, a responsive horse plus a horse soft in the bridle and easy to maneuver on the trail.

Clinic focuses on Communication, Relationship and Performance - the foundation for Building The Horse Of A Lifetime™ on the trail. Any saddle is welcome - English, Western, Australian or even bareback! (This clinic includes many great training techniques from our Power Steering and Power Brakes clinic.)

Riders are $275 each and auditors are $45 for one day or $60 for the weekend. Lunch is included in this clinic. Click here to sign up for this clinic. Click here to add overnight stabling ($10 for covered run per night or $15 for stall per night, plus bedding).

Riding The Horse Of A Lifetime™ - October 2-3, Running D Ranch

Discover ways to improve your riding skills and enjoy your Horse Of A Lifetime™ even more. Learn how to find your best balanced position in the saddle and how it affects your horse. You'll become more comfortable on your horse while improving your balance and learning to ride in rhythm with your horse. Timing and transitions will also be covered and great tips for not getting bounced around at a trot!

Riders are $275 each and auditors are $45 for one day or $60 for the weekend. Lunch is included in this clinic. Click here to sign up for this clinic. Click here to add overnight stabling ($10 for covered run per night or $15 for stall per night, plus bedding).

10 Minutes to a Better Trained Horse

At one time or another, we all feel like it's hard to make time for working with our horses. Debbie's new "10-Minute Trainer" approach shows you how, in as little as 10 minutes a day, you can make significant gains in your horse's training. Debbie will guide you through a wide variety of exercises for you to use in making the most of those days where there just isn't enough time or that crazy weather has changed again. From improving your horse's ground manners to improving your horse under saddle, there's a little bit of everything to keep you and your horse working together as a team... 10 Minutes at a Time.

We have not yet scheduled this clinic for 2010. If you are interested in participating in or hosting this clinic, please contact Debbie at info@debbiebibb.com

Building Confidence with Your Horse Clinic

Debbie shows you how to handle our horse safely and with confidence through a combination of ground and riding exercises. You'll learn how to communicate more effectively with your horse to work with him instead of against him. You'll also learn how to become an active rider to make riding more enjoyable for both you and your horse. All levels of horses and riders are welcome.

We have not yet scheduled this clinic for 2010. If you'd like to participate in or host a Building Confidence with Your Horse clinic, please email me for more information at info@debbiebibb.com./

Fun & Games Clinic

Get ready for a weekend of fun, games and learning with your horse. A special weekend just for you - great for family and friends.

We have not yet scheduled this clinic for 2010. If you are interested in participating in or hosting this clinic, please contact Debbie at info@debbiebibb.com

Power Steering & Power Brakes Clinic

Learn how to gain optimal directional control of your horse. Debbie will unlock the mysteries of "giving to the bit" and lateral flexion for light control of your horse with only a snaffle bit. You'll also learn exercises to gain precise directional control and a powerful stop. Requirements: Horses with riding time. Participants should be comfortable riding at the walk, trot and canter.

We have not yet scheduled this clinic for 2010. However, many of these great training techniques are featured in our Trail Dressage clinic. If you'd like to participate in or host a Power Steering and Power Brakes clinic, please email me for more information at info@debbiebibb.com.

Round Pen Clinic

Come spend an exciting weekend learning how to use the round pen as a powerful training tool. Debbie will show you how to safely earn your horse's trust and respect to build a successful partnership with your horse. You'll be amazed by the improved communication between you and your horse by the end of the weekend.

Requirements: Sound horses of any age and participants of any skill level. Debbie will adapt each exercise to meet each person's and their horse's needs and abilities.

We have not yet scheduled this clinic for 2010. If you are interested in participating in or hosting this clinic, please contact Debbie at info@debbiebibb.com.