Kathleen Beckham in Cumming, Iowa

July 24-26, 2026

Learn a Horse-centered approach to foundational skills for a lifetime of success

Join Kathleen Beckham for a three-day horsemanship clinic designed to help you build a thoughtful, willing partnership with your horse. Using a foundation-focused approach, Kathleen emphasizes that every interaction—from daily handling to dedicated training sessions—shapes your horse into an engaged and reliable partner both on the ground and in the saddle. With hands-on guidance and clear instruction, this clinic will help you develop the confidence, balance, and connection needed for a mutually beneficial relationship between you and your horse.

What Previous Participants Have To Say

"Kathleen is patient, aware, intuitive, and open-minded. She is honest and dedicated to getting this horse-stuff right. She challenges herself and all of the people she works with to do right by the horse while, safely, pushing people beyond their comfort zone. Kathleen finds the good and the try, and cultivates that in all horses and horsemen. "

- David

"Fantastic three days of learning. So much to take home and work with. For 30 years I have struggled with my right side placement in the saddle now I may have some solutions!!"

Michelle

Event Details

Hosted by Leslie Cook at Red Tail Ranch

3079 S Orilla Rd Cumming, IA 50061

July 24-26, 2026

Participants will ride with Kathleen for 3 days in private 1-hour lessons format with a possibility for small group sessions depending on participants.

Cost: $650/person

A deposit of $350 is due to reserve your spot. Remaining balance of $300 is due by June 15, 2026

Overnight stabling for your horse is available at $50/night.

Auditors are welcome!

Cost: $30/day or $75 for all three days

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can participate in this clinic?

Riders of all levels and disciplines are welcome, however this clinic is not for children.

How early can I arrive to the clinic?

You may bring your horses as early as the Thurs afternoon before the clinic to allow both of you to get settled.

Is lodging available on site?

No, we don't have camping available on site. Hotels are within 10mins of the venue in the south Des Moines and Norwalk area.

Is trailer parking available?

Yes, you may drop your trailer and leave overnight at the venue.

What horse documentation do I need to provide?

Horses should be vaccinated (core and risk-based, as applicable) and condition / symptom free

May I come to audit?

Yes! Auditors are welcome to attend for $30/day or $75 for all 3 days. Please use the link above to sign up to audit.

Do I need to pack my own lunch?

Our closest restaurant, The Chicken, has a variety of choices and is 1mi up the road from Red Tail Ranch. There are a few other restaurants and grocery options in Norwalk that are no more than 10mins away.

Red Tail Ranch does have a refrigerator and microwave, if you prefer to bring your own food.

What do I need to bring for my horse?

Stabling is self-care, mucking will not be provided. Please be sure to bring your horse's feed, hay, and tack that you typically use. As well as feed and water buckets.

Can I bring my dog?

Unfortunately there are no dogs allowed at this clinc.

I have another qusestion that I don't see answered, who should I contact?

Please contact Leslie Cook at 515-205-6465 or [email protected]