The Happy Horses® Clinic Tour
More Than Just a Training Weekend
At Happy Horses®, we believe that elite performance in the arena is a technical and emotional partnership. Our clinic tour is designed to prove that a healthy horse starts with a healthy human.
Co-founded by pro-trainer Taylor Douglas, the tour is built on a "Foundation First" philosophy. Whether you are campaigning a high-end cow horse or refining a weekend partner, Taylor's methods focus on biomechanics, timing, and maintaining the mental softness required for long-term success.
The Mirror Effect
Our core brand philosophy is simple: Your horse is your mirror. They reflect exactly what you carry inside. 🐴🧠
Standard horsemanship clinics focus only on the "how." We dive into the "why." We provide a supportive, low-intimidation environment where riders can clear the mental tension that blocks progress, allowing for those true "aha!":lightbulb moments that transform your ride.
Riding with a Mission
When you join the Happy Horses® tribe, you are an active partner in a movement to shift cowboy culture. This tour proudly supports the mission of the Caring for Cowboys & Cowgirls Foundation™.
We are dedicated to breaking the silence of the Prairies and ensuring that financial or cultural barriers never stand in the way of our community accessing mental health support and equine-assisted psychotherapy.
What to Expect
- Pro-Level Instruction: Technical breakdowns of seat bone timing, pressure/release, and responsiveness.
- A Supportive Tribe: Join a community of like-minded riders who value the journey as much as the result.
- Auditor Entry Points: Not ready to haul in? Grab an Auditor Pass to sharpen your "eye" and take home new drills.
📍Updated 2026 Tour Schedule
Please note: Some stops are Partner-Hosted Events. For these locations, bookings and payments are managed directly by the local host to support regional equine hubs. See individual listings for registration details.
| Date | Event | Location | Host & Registration |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 12–13 | Cowhorse Clinic/FULLY BOOKED | Arborg, MB | Hosted by Talon Phillips — chasachew@gmail.com |
| September 19 | Horsemanship Clinic | Winnipeg, MB | Hosted by Winnipeg Equine Centre — winnipegequinecentre.events@gmail.com |
| October 3–4 | Horsemanship Clinic | Caronport, SK | Hosted by Happy Horses Inc. — Register here ($500) |
Partner With Us: Host a Happy Horses® Clinic 🤝
Bring the Tour to Your Hometown
Are you a facility operator, barn manager, or local riding club looking to host a high-value, educational weekend for your community? We are actively booking indoor arenas across Canada for our upcoming Fall & Winter Tour, and we are looking for passionate Partner-Hosts.
When you partner with Happy Horses®, we handle the education and instruction, while you provide the venue and rally your local riders. It's a seamless partnership designed to elevate your facility's offerings while supporting a massive cause.
Why Host a Happy Horses Clinic?
- World-Class Horsemanship: Bring technical, pro-level breakdowns directly to your boarders and local riders. We focus on true softness, biomechanics, and a "foundation first" approach.
- Community Building: Our clinics are known for their supportive, low-intimidation environment, complete with our signature Saturday Night Firepit Social. It's the perfect way to keep your barn family engaged through the winter.
- Performance with a Purpose: Every Happy Horses event carries a "Mental Health Dividend." By hosting us, you are helping support the Caring for Cowboys & Cowgirls Foundation™ (CFCC) to subsidize mental health support.
What We Look For in a Host Facility:
- A safe, well-maintained indoor arena (essential for our Fall/Winter dates).
- Adequate parking and trailer turnaround space for participants.
- Safe viewing areas for auditors to watch and learn from the fence line.
- A passionate host ready to organize their local riders!
Ready to fill your arena with purpose?
Dates are strictly limited for the upcoming season. Contact Taylor Douglas today to discuss our host requirements, available weekends, and how we can bring the Happy Horses experience to your dirt.