What to expect: 3 hours of great coaching(1.5 hr SJ and 1.5 hr. XC each day that you enter, additional rounds on the course at the end of the day(sign up sheet after lunch), Signature rider lunch included. Saturday night BBQ and campfire till late (must book). Complimentary coffee and tea in Clubhouse. A great social atmosphere with 1 or 2 days away with your horse in a beautiful setting.

Directions: 57 Fernances Crossing Road, Fernances Crossing, NSW 2325

When you turn into Fernances Crossing Road, continue straight ahead. There will be signs and flags, follow those straight ahead. DO NOT TURN RIGHT ACROSS THE CREEK

There are wooden gates, goes through those and park your car/float. There is water facet in the little brick structure if you need it right away. You can also park your bigger truck outside the gates if you wish.

Yards and Camping, Clubhouse

If you are camping and have booked a yard(water is there), unload your horse and walk across the creek dip and go towards the Clubhouse. The yards are there in the vineyard next to the Clubhouse. If you are camping or just parking for the day, park as straight as you can, leaving room for others to get in and out.

The Clubhouse is where to come when you are not riding. A cup of tea, coffee,lunch or a place to chill out and get warm. We will have the fires going and a place to sit and watch the showjumping or meet the coaches near the campfire.

There is a shower and toilet plus an extra portable nearby.

About the Event

Things to know before you enter

1. No refunds 2 weeks prior to this event. If you cannot come, sell your place on Facebook or to a friend. We will also help if we have a waitlist.

2. You must wear approved safety equipment when riding.

3. You must be either and EA member or a Member of Fernances Creek Riding Club to Ride. Here is how to join our club. https://nominate.com.au/EquestDn/Event.aspx?e=D411667F189E45B5BC68007A2B9AADCF&eventlist=1

4. You must book additional non-rider meals and your yard/camping package (if you need one) when you enter. This is to ensure that you get a yard and catering is taken care of.

5. If you are late or miss a session that you have booked, you will be unable to join another group if they are full. Allow plenty of time to get here and warm up if you need it. If you get an early draw, consider camping the night before or leave plenty of time to get here.

6. If the class you are entering is full, join the next one up and leave a note in your entry as I can change classes around. If you cannot get a yard, contact me on [email protected]

Format of the 2 Days (3 hours of riding with breaks in between plus Signature Rider Lunch) End of day course ride with instructors by sign up sheet after lunch. 

Saturday  Day1 Classes 8:00am-3:00pm w/additional rounds on course by sign up sheet after lunch at  (3:00-4:00pm), Lunch 12:30-1:30, Rounds by sign-up 3-4:00, BBQ 5:30 then campfire until late

Day 1: 1.5 hours of Showjumping with Matt. This session involves a simulated cross-country session on Day 1 using show jump poles to simulate cross country questions such as skinnies, angles and apexes. This builds horse and rider confidence in a controlled environment.

Day 1: 1.5 hours of Cross Country with Charlie. You will ride a number of different cross country obstacles with the aim to put them together to ride a course.

Sunday Day 2 Classes 8:00am-3:00 pm w/additional rounds on course by sign up sheet after lunch (3:00-4:00). Lunch 12:30-1:30,Rounds by sign-up 3-4:00 Close of event

Day 2: 1.5 hours of Cross Country with Matt. You will ride a variety of obstacles with an aim to put them together to ride a course.

Day 2: 1.5 hours of Showjumping with Charlie. You will ride a series of showjumping training exercises with a focus on whole course riding.

About Matt Ryan

Fernances Creek is proud to announce that Matt Ryan OAM, a triple Olympic gold medallist will be holding a 2 day clinic here.. Matt's expertise extends from starting horses under saddle to achieving 5-star triumphs. His global acclaim spans over three decades, marked by victories and numerous top 10 finishes at prestigious 5-star events like 

Matt focuses on nurturing the skills of riders to at all levels and  is passionate about developing riders to achieve their dreams. Matt continues to travel to coach the next generation of riding talents in clinics and lessons around Australia. Matt caters for horses and riders from just starting out in competitive sports to 5* riders.​

In addition to coaching, Matt's engaging commentary captivates audiences with his extensive knowledge of sports, horses, riders, and breeding. 

In this Clinic with Matt: This clinic involves a simulated cross-country session on Day 1 using show jump poles to simulate cross country questions such as skinnies, angles and apexes. This builds horse and rider confidence in a controlled environment. Day two involves Cross Country practicing water, ditches and a variety of obstacles.

More About Matt Ryan https://www.bonzaeventing.com/

About Charlie Brister

Fernances Creek proudly welcomes back one of our favourite coaches, riders and trainers. We personally recommend Charlie's coaching and horse training as he has coached here and trained several of our horses.

Riders of all ages and at all stages participate in Charlie’s fun and exciting coaching programs. With a clear stepping stone approach, Charlie helps people achieve their personal goals in eventing, dressage, jumping, and pleasure riding.

Brister Equestrian covers many facets of the horse world including riding eventers for clients, taking on horses for sale/training/behavioural correction, giving lessons and teaching at eventing clinics.

In this clinic with Charlie: Day 1 with Charlie will be a 1.5 lesson in Cross Country practicing a series of obstacles including water, ditches and a variety of other obstacles with the aim to put together a course to jump at the end of the lesson. Day 2 will be a 11.5 hour showjumping lesson with a focus on whole course jumping.

More about Charlie Brister: https://bristerequestrian.com/

Organiser: Fernances Creek [email protected]