Johnny Simpson's Showing & Training Clinic
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Johnny Simpson's Showing & Training Clinic
Emerald International, Enfield, Kildare, Ireland
Emerald International
Saturday, 13th September 2025
Class 01 | Clinic
In-Hand
Class 02 | Clinic
Novice Ridden
Class 03 | Clinic
Intermediate Ridden
Class 04 | Clinic
Ex Racehorse Ridden
Class 05 | Clinic
Open Ridden
Johnny Simpson is Coming to Ireland! A highly respected panel judge for TCR, CHAPS, HCR, SSADL, CDSGB, and AEMHS is offering an intensive one-hour training session limited to 6 participants. This interactive clinic covers essential showing skills including The Go Round, Ringcraft, Way of Going, Show Performance, and Professional Turnout, with Johnny sharing insights from his extensive judging experience at prestigious events like Royal Windsor Horse Show and Royal Welsh Winter Fair.
Throughout the session, participants will receive personalized guidance on show ring techniques, learn what judges are looking for, and benefit from Johnny's expertise through open Q&A discussions. Drawing from his distinguished career judging at major championships including TOYS, SSADL Nationals, and HCR Grand Finals, Johnny provides invaluable knowledge on both technical skills and practical show ring do's and don'ts. Don't miss this rare opportunity to learn from one of the UK's most experienced judges!
Session Details
- Duration: 1-hour sessions (may extend slightly)
- Class Size: Maximum 6 people per session
- Format: Interactive training with Q&A opportunities
Topics Covered
- The Go Round - Essential techniques and presentation
- Comprehensive Ringcraft training
- Way of Going instruction
- Individual Show Performance coaching
- Professional Turnout guidance
- Judge's perspective and expectations
- Show ring Do's and Don'ts
- General schooling advice
Judge's Credentials
Johnny Simpson is a highly respected panel judge for numerous prestigious organizations:
- The Traditional Cob Registry (TCR)
- Coloured Horse and Pony Society (CHAPS)
- Horse & Country Racehorses (HCR)
- Senior Showing and Dressage Ltd (SSADL)
- Concours d'Elegance of Great Britain (CDSGB)
- Association of English Military Horse Society (AEMHS)
Notable Judging Experience
Johnny has officiated at some of the UK's most prestigious shows, including:
- Royal Welsh Winter Fair
- Royal Windsor Horse Show
- SSADL National Championships
- TOYS (Traditional of the Year Show)
- HCR Grand Finals
- NCPA Pony of the Year
Interactive Learning
Participants are encouraged to ask questions throughout the session. Johnny will provide expert guidance and share his extensive knowledge gained from years of experience in the show ring, both as a judge and trainer.