Howdy, Well here goes !!!! Hope all this helps, if not please let me know !!!! Regards Sandi JOHN LYONS & DAVID SIMONS SYMPOSIUM SPORSTWORLD SYDNEY John Lyons is America's most trusted and respected horseman. He has helped and inspired thousands of horse owners to achieve a better relationship with their horses, through his practical and gentle methods of training.. John"s method is one of few that has effectively dealt with all breeds of horses and all riding disciplines. Together with David Simons (Australia's only Accredited Trainer) they will show you how easy it is to train your own horse, solve problems yourself and create a lasting relationship with your own horse. Are you seeking better communication with your horse? Do you desire a partnership with your horse so that he/she willingly responds to you in a fliud, ever so light manner? Discover through this Symposium how to get your horses undivided attention and develope his / her ground manners to perfection. This Symposium will show you how in an easy uncoplicated way how to ask your horse to soften each muscle of his body so that he/she can move in any direction, at any speed you desire. Leads are a snap- no more stiffness in your horse or making excuses for his/her lac of performance. At last , anyone with a serious desire for learning can easily control their horses mind and body. For those that show and compete get that winning edge by using John Lyon's effective technique. This Symposium will make a remarkable difference in every horses performance. As this is a 2 day program in a step by step format, it is advised that by attending both days you will be able to clearly understand what it takes to make a difference.. PROGRAM : FRIDAY The 20 steps to complete round pen training (start unbroke horse) Understanding body language in the round pen Evaluating training methods Sacking horse out Improving Ground manners Longeing= Solutions to various problems Leading & loading safely Teaching horse to walk forward and back up on cue Horses that drag you off Horses that pull back Picking up horses feet safely Mounting / Dis mounting Horses that spook Halter Training Head shy horses SATURDAY 20 Steps repeated for unbroke horse The Active / Re- Active relationship Controlling horses body through rein communication Importance of repetition The 9 rooms of the horse, and how to control specific muscle groups The rider who has lost his/her confidence Basic and advanced control exercises Overcoming problems Rearing/ Bolting / Shying problems overcome Pick up leads Speed control Trail Riding Safely Collection/Impulsion/Engagement Giving to hte bit