‘The way of the horse’ is the way to train. Their language, their social structure and their needs are prioritised’ – Jean François Pignon
ABOUT JEAN FRANCOIS
For almost 30 years, Jean François has presented his shows around the world.
This self-taught man was born on December 18, 1968 in Chalones sur Loire, in the west of France, and it was at the age of six that he arrived in Drôme with his entire family. The third boy in a family of five children, he remains confident of having had a privileged childhood, full of love despite the financial modesty of his parents.
Sportsman at heart, the little boy that he was only thought about running and playing football until the day a new arrival came to turn his life upside down…
André, Jean-François’s father bought a mouthful of bread a one-year-old filly he names Gazelle. Quickly, an extraordinary bond is woven between them. They play for hours, even go to school together.
Since 1993, JF has toured mainly abroad and particularly in Germany where spectators are very fond of freedom. He has the chance to do the biggest shows including Equitana five times (the largest European equestrian show), twenty different countries, including the following cities: Berlin, Vienna, Zurich, Barcelona, Seville, Oslo, London, Doha, Budapest, Verona, Prague, El Jadida, etc.
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ABOUT THE CLINIC
TWO DAYS HORSEMANSHIP CLINIC
Time: 9 am – 5 pm
We will be running a two day clinic, for you to join with your horse.
Jean François Pignon’s ability to communicate and perform with horses without traditional restraints has earned him acclaim in the equestrian world.
In this 2 day clinic, JFP will share his knowledge with us all.
You do NOT need experience with liberty to join this clinic, it would be fabulous to have a variety of participants, from start to advanced, so that we can all learn the various stages and information that JFP will be sharing.
The clinic format will be two groups of 6 horses. 12 horses in total.
Depending on depth the groups, we will do one or two sessions per day.
We anticipate a high demand for this clinic, for this reason we shall take all applications and will pull riders names from a hat live on Facebook – date TBC
Rider places are £400 for the 2 day clinic.
Stabling is additional, a link will be sent to you at the time of booking.
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ABOUT THE EVENING
AN EVENING WITH JEAN FRANÇOIS PIGNON
Evening Doors open 7pm, Start 7.30pm – 9.30pm
Join us a sensational evening with Jean François Pignon and his 13 horses!
Jean François Pignon is renowned for his captivating performances, showcasing his remarkable Liberty artistry with his team of 13 horses!
The bond and communication between JFP and his horses creates a mesmerising spectacle of trust and harmony.
A true horseman, Jean François Pignon’s ability to communicate and perform with horses without traditional restraints has earned him acclaim in the equestrian world.
The evening will start with special guest Ben Atkinson as act 1!!
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TICKET PRICES
2 Day Spectator Ticket, including Friday Evening Show – £160
2 Day Spectator Ticket, including Friday Evening Show – Concession – £150
Spectating Clinic Day 1 (Thursday 8th August) – £65
Spectating Clinic Day 2 (Friday 9th August) – £65
2 Day Clinic Spectator Ticket – £120
Evening Event Only (Friday 9th August) – £40
Evening Event Only (Friday 9th August) – Concession – £35