Full Immersion Alternative Horsemanship Clinics
Horse Coach Samantha Harvey
Equine Partnership, Human and Horse Behavior
Not a Preplanned Program
Real learning built around you and your horse
The three-to-five day Full Immersion Clinic isn't a preplanned generalized teaching — instead, it allows participants the time to learn to see problem patterns and gaps in their own and the horse's education.
Day one assessments help students learn to differentiate between symptoms and root causes. By day three, many previously small "issues" in the equine interactions are being addressed through a common language that has value to both horse and human — and that's where the real learning and retention starts.
These clinics are designed for equine enthusiasts who are curious, open to learning, committed to honest self-awareness, and ready to replace the "stories" negatively influencing the partnership with Positive Alternatives.
Unmounted, Mounted, Individual, and Group Sessions
Safe, fun, and supportive — for all disciplines and experience levels
During the Full Immersion Clinic there are numerous and varied learning opportunities to help equine enthusiasts refine their understanding of equine behavior and communication. These safe, fun, and supportive learning scenarios offer an in-depth, full-immersion experience.
Learn to recognize behavioral patterns sabotaging your interactions, address gaps in you and your horse's understanding of one another, raise awareness of your mental presence and energy, refine the specificity of your communication, and improve the overall quality of your equine partnership while building trust.
The clinic offers a safe, non-critical environment where you are encouraged to take the time to recognize how, why, and what you're communicating with your horse. The structure and focus of the clinic will adapt to the participants' and their horses' abilities. Whether a trail rider, jumper, pleasure rider, competitive trail participant, endurance rider, cattle worker, Dressage enthusiast, or anything else — participants will build and refine the quality foundation necessary for success in all horse activities.
Clinic Details
Everything you need to know before you register
From novice to advanced riders, participants of all ages, disciplines, and experience levels are welcome. Horses may range from un-started colts to experienced competitive horses, and everything in between. This is not a "discipline-specific" clinic. There is a maximum of eight participants.
Typically, yes. It will depend on the availability at the clinic host's facility. One horse is included in the participant fee. If you'd like to bring an extra horse to "split" sessions with, there is an additional fee.
At this time, one lesson horse is available and offered on a first-come basis, depending on the order registration is received.
A clinic day begins at 8 a.m., with about an hour lunch break midday, and ends around 5 p.m. Sessions are not run by the clock — individual time is roughly 45 minutes to 1½ hours, several times a day, with group ride time typically longer. Group discussions between rides address things that came up in each person's session.
Both. Initially everyone gets one-on-one coaching, and then depending on the student and horse's needs, instruction continues as a mix of individual time and group sessions.
The only requirement is that all riders wear an ASTM-approved riding helmet. Otherwise, tack is often assessed and adjusted for proper fit throughout the clinic.
Daily unmounted theory discussions, tack and equipment fitting and usage guidance, and individual and group instruction and activities. Meals are not included. Accommodation is the participant's responsibility — some facilities allow participants to stay in self-contained trailers or RVs.
A non-refundable 50% deposit guarantees your participant slot. Visit the Registration Form to secure your place.
Yes. Auditors may pay a daily or discounted three-day fee and are encouraged to participate in all relevant group discussions. The auditor fee is €40/day or $50 USD/day.
Clinic Pricing
Costs vary by location and clinic duration
Clinic costs vary depending on location, host fees, and group size. Prices for specific clinic locations are listed alongside each event on the calendar.
Email our scheduling team for clinic options in your area or region. If there's no clinic nearby, you can join the clinic email list or explore hosting a clinic at your facility.
Contact SchedulingWhat Participants Say
From novice riders to experienced equestrians — worldwide
"I think of Sam as a gifted translator between horses and humans. She's able to show you what your horse is thinking through its carriage, breathing, and behavior. What I have learned from Sam is that the physical follows the mental — which is very eye-opening coming from a traditional riding experience. This is so different from the conventional trainer who is only focused on the physical."
"I was there to see Samantha help with this troubled Belgian horse. It was truly amazing to see the change in the horse as she offered him a peaceful place to be. I will be a fan forever."
"I enjoyed the day so much. Thank you for allowing me to audit. I look forward to coming back to continue my learning journey. Truly she has been given a gift — and what a gift to all of us that she has chosen to share it."
"I feel like I learned so much simply from auditing some of the sessions and look forward to learning more. In the past few days I have been practicing some of the new methods with my two sweet mustang girls, and both mother and daughter are really responding well. It is so fun and rewarding to see."
"I'm glad I went to audit. The whole session reminded me of how important it is to build the foundation of communication skills with my horse in the way that Sam teaches. Thank you for an amazing time!"
"How often I use the tools you give us. Feeding, leading, loading, riding — it doesn't matter what I'm doing, I'm far more aware of what my horses are feeling and thinking. Thanks for expanding the horizons of both me and my horse."
Clinic Rules
No smoking at any clinic facility.
All cell phones must be on vibrate for the entire clinic. If you must take a call, please step away so as not to interrupt other participants.
You may not ride your horse outside of clinic activities unless given explicit permission.
Arrival & Accommodation
Each clinic host will have their own rules regarding arrival and departure times. A detailed copy will be sent once you register.
You are responsible for making your own accommodation arrangements. Some facilities allow participants to stay in self-contained trailers or RVs. Meals are not included in the clinic fee.
Register for a Full Immersion Clinic
A non-refundable 50% deposit secures your place
Email our scheduling team for clinic options in your area, or register directly if a clinic near you is already listed on the calendar.