West Michigan Dressage Freestyle Clinic
MAY 24 & 25, 2025 • PRESENTED BY KIMBERLY DUNLAP COACHING & EQUISONIC PRODUCTIONS
HOSTED AT WILLOW RIDGE DRESSAGE • LUNCH SPONSOR ARIEL CHRISTY REAL ESTATE
Back by popular demand! Brittany and Kimberly team up to bring this fun and educational clinic opportunity to Michigan’s English & Western Dressage riders. Over the course of two days, riders and auditors learn what it takes to succeed at the musical freestyle, plan your best choreography, and select the right music for your horse. This fun and confidence-building clinic is appropriate for riders who are new to the freestyle, or experienced riders looking to deepen their knowledge and add some polish to their riding.
First-time participants leave the clinic with a working draft of freestyle choreography for the level of their choice, and musical selections for each gait. Music production is offered post-clinic at an additional, discounted fee.
Repeat attendees can choose to refine their existing freestyle, adjust it to compete at a higher level, or start from scratch to create something totally new. Our workshop-based approach offers tons of flexibility.
Due to the individual attention given to each horse and rider, we are limited to 6 ridden sessions each day!
Sign up now; space is limited!
Feedback From Previous Clinic Participants
“The clinic really delivered as promised — a good value! Thanks for your work!”
— Rider participant, Fall 2024
“I liked that the clinic was beneficial for new and experienced horse/rider teams. It was a wonderful learning experience.”
— Rider participant, Fall 2024
“Even as an auditor, I felt included and that my participation mattered. The presenters were super knowledgeable and friendly!”
— Auditor, Fall 2024
Clinic Schedule
Day 1 • Saturday, May 24
9:00-10:30 AM - Classroom Lecture: Freestyle Fundamentals
10:45 - 4pm - Ridden Sessions
Day 1 Focus (first-time participants): Assessing gaits and exploring choreography
Day 2 • Sunday, May 25
9:00-10:30 AM - Choreography Workshop
10:45 - 4pm - Ridden Sessions
Day 2 Focus (first-time participants): Riding to Music
Lunch provided both days - sponsored by Ariel Christy Real Estate!
Investment
$25 discount for members of GLASS-ED!
Riders: $340 for two days / full clinic
Stabling: $30 per night
Auditors: $40 for two days / full clinic
Additional Options & Services
$180 for one day - only available to repeat participants looking to refine their freestyle
Add-On for finished musical production, post-clinic: $100
Clinicians & Location
Brittany Hunter - Equisonic Productions
A lifelong musician, technology enthusiast, and almost 20 years of studying dressage — these are the credentials Brittany brings to the table as the creative force behind Equisonic Prooductions. Brittany’s freestyles have won championships at the national, regional, and local level. An excellent communicator and collaborator, Brittany loves to help each horse and rider find the music that makes them feel like dancing and produce it into a one-of-a-kind track.
Kimberly Dunlap - Classical Dressage & Biomechanics
For almost 25 years Kimberly Dunlap has been involved in the Midwest equestrian community as a rider, coach, trainer, and clinician. She is deeply invested in training practices that prioritize the health, happiness, and welfare of our equine partners. She is a USDF Bronze medalist, has completed the USDF "L" judge training program, and a passionate learner, completing hundreds of hours of continuing education each year. At her farm Willow Ridge, she coaches adult amateur English and Western Dressage riders using biomechanics-based teaching focused on harmony and welfare. She is also the author and curator of The Science of Riding, a free resource for equine welfare and sound training practices.
Willow Ridge • Website
3700 8th Ave, Hudsonville, MI 49426
With indoor and outdoor regulation-sized dressage arenas, clean and spacious stabling, and a comfortable, climate-controlled lounge, Willow Ridge Dressage is the perfect location for this clinic. Conveniently situated near M-6 and I-196, easy to access no matter which direction you’re coming from. Join us at this beautiful facility for a weekend of fun and creativity!
