Schedule Detail
Day 1: Friday
The action gets started with the Colt Starting Challenge. The day also features dynamic training demonstrations designed to educate, inspire and set the tone for an action-packed event.
8:00
Doors Open for No Worries Club Members
8:30
Doors Open for the General Public
9:00 – 11:30
Colt Starting Challenge
The clinicians meet their Silver Spurs Equine colts for the first time and begin building a foundation of trust, respect and control. From the very first interaction, every decision matters as begin building a foundation of trust, respect and control. Watch their training strategy unfold from the first interaction.
11:30 – 12:30
Lunch
Enjoy lunch and connect with fellow horsemen before the action resumes in the arena.
12:30 – 2:15
Groundwork Session #1
Real horses. Real problems. No scripts. Watch the clinicians diagnose problem behaviors and create a game plan to turn confusion, fear and disrespect into confidence and control. Follow these horses’ transformation on the ground and under saddle throughout the entire event.
2:15 – 3:00
Break
Take a quick break to recharge and visit our retail area and partners’ booths before the training continues.
3:00 – 4:45
Riding Session #1
The clinicians work with the horses under saddle and focus on establishing the fundamentals every great horse needs – softness, responsiveness and confidence. Learn how foundational exercises create a safe, willing partner.
4:45 – 5:45
Photo and Autograph Session
Meet Clinton, Diego and Jeff, grab an autograph, snap a photo and take home a memory from No Excuses Nation. It’s your chance to connect one-on-one with the horsemen.
Day 2: Saturday
Momentum builds as Clinton and the clinicians advance their colts through the next phase of the challenge, showcasing their feel and timing and ability to read horses. The day is filled with engaging training demonstrations that deliver practical insight you can apply at home.
8:00
Doors Open for No Worries Club Members
8:30
Doors Open for the General Public
9:00 – 12:00
Colt Starting Challenge
With only a limited amount of training time, the clinicians must decide what’s most important for their colt’s development. Watch their strategies unfold as they tackle obstacles, build confidence and prepare for the final challenge.
12:00 – 1:00
Lunch
Enjoy lunch and connect with fellow horsemen before the action resumes in the arena.
1:00 – 2:45
Groundwork Session #2
The clinicians raise the bar and ask more from the horses, proving how the right groundwork can completely change a horse’s mindset.
2:45 – 3:15
Break
Stretch your legs, visit our full retail area and get ready for the next session.
3:15 – 5:00
Riding Session #2
The clinicians continue developing softness, control and willingness under saddle while addressing each horse’s individual needs. See how small improvements compound into major breakthroughs.
5:00 – 6:00
Performance Horses: Cow Work
Get an inside look at the skills Clinton uses to train elite performance horses as he demonstrates the timing and horsemanship required to work cattle effectively. Whether you’re a competitor or recreational rider, you’ll gain valuable insights into improving your horse’s focus and responsiveness.
6:15 – 7:15
Meet and Greet
Kick back with fellow horsemen, swap stories and spend time with Clinton and the clinicians in a relaxed setting. It’s your chance to ask questions, take photos and enjoy the camaraderie that makes No Excuses Nation special.
Day 3: Sunday
Championship Sunday brings the Colt Starting Challenge to its exciting conclusion as contestants showcase their finished colts and the crowd votes to determine the winner. The day is packed with final demonstrations and unforgettable moments you won’t want to miss.
7:00
Doors Open for No Worries Club Members
7:30
Doors Open for the General Public
8:00 – 9:30
Colt Starting Challenge
The final training session with the colts is all about maximizing every minute. The clinicians must decide how to showcase their colt’s strengths while preparing for the biggest test of the event.
9:30 – 11:00
Colt Starting Challenge Finale
Three days. Three colts. One winner. Watch the clinicians put their horses to the test as they demonstrate just how far they’ve come. You’ll decide which horse made the most improvement overall.
11:00 – 12:00
Lunch
Enjoy lunch and connect with fellow horsemen before the action resumes in the arena.
12:00 – 1:15
Introducing Obstacles on the Ground
Learn how to safely introduce horses to obstacles while developing trust, confidence and problem-solving skills. You’ll see how Clinton’s obstacle training approach teaches horses to think through challenges instead of reacting to them, creating a calmer, braver partner.
1:15 – 1:45
Break
Stretch your legs, visit our full retail area and get ready for the next session.
1:45 – 3:15
Riding Session #3
The horses return to the arena for a final riding session. See the remarkable progress these horses have made after three days of training and discover the lessons that made the biggest difference.
3:15 – 3:45
Break
Take a quick break to recharge and visit our retail area and partners’ booths before the training continues.
3:45 – 4:45
Performance Horses: Reining Maneuvers
Join Clinton for an in-depth look at the advanced maneuvers and subtle details that separate good horses from great ones. If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to achieve true softness, precision and control, this is the demonstration you can’t afford to miss.
4:45 – 5:45
Photo and Autograph Session
Meet Clinton, Diego and Jeff, grab an autograph, snap a photo and take home a memory from No Excuses Nation. It’s your chance to connect one-on-one with the horsemen.
Day 1: Friday
The action gets started with the Colt Starting Challenge. The day also features dynamic training demonstrations designed to educate, inspire and set the tone for an action-packed event.
Day 2: Saturday
Momentum builds as Clinton and the clinicians advance their colts through the next phase of the challenge, showcasing their feel and timing and ability to read horses. The day is filled with engaging training demonstrations that deliver practical insight you can apply at home.
Day 3: Sunday
Championship Sunday brings the Colt Starting Challenge to its exciting conclusion as contestants showcase their finished colts and the crowd votes to determine the winner. The day is packed with final demonstrations and unforgettable moments you won’t want to miss.
8:00
Doors Open for No Worries Club Members
8:30
Doors Open for the General Public
9:00 – 11:30
Colt Starting Challenge
The clinicians meet their Silver Spurs Equine colts for the first time and begin building a foundation of trust, respect and control. From the very first interaction, every decision matters as begin building a foundation of trust, respect and control. Watch their training strategy unfold from the first interaction.
11:30 – 12:30
Lunch
Enjoy lunch and connect with fellow horsemen before the action resumes in the arena.
12:30 – 2:15
Groundwork Session #1
Real horses. Real problems. No scripts. Watch the clinicians diagnose problem behaviors and create a game plan to turn confusion, fear and disrespect into confidence and control. Follow these horses’ transformation on the ground and under saddle throughout the entire event.
2:15 – 3:00
Break
Take a quick break to recharge and visit our retail area and partners’ booths before the training continues.
3:00 – 4:45
Riding Session #1
The clinicians work with the horses under saddle and focus on establishing the fundamentals every great horse needs – softness, responsiveness and confidence. Learn how foundational exercises create a safe, willing partner.
4:45 – 5:45
Photo and Autograph Session
Meet Clinton, Diego and Jeff, grab an autograph, snap a photo and take home a memory from No Excuses Nation. It’s your chance to connect one-on-one with the horsemen.
8:00
Doors Open for No Worries Club Members
8:30
Doors Open for the General Public
9:00 – 12:00
Colt Starting Challenge
With only a limited amount of training time, the clinicians must decide what’s most important for their colt’s development. Watch their strategies unfold as they tackle obstacles, build confidence and prepare for the final challenge.
12:00 – 1:00
Lunch
Enjoy lunch and connect with fellow horsemen before the action resumes in the arena.
1:00 – 2:45
Groundwork Session #2
The clinicians raise the bar and ask more from the horses, proving how the right groundwork can completely change a horse’s mindset.
2:45 – 3:15
Break
Stretch your legs, visit our full retail area and get ready for the next session.
3:15 – 5:00
Riding Session #2
The clinicians continue developing softness, control and willingness under saddle while addressing each horse’s individual needs. See how small improvements compound into major breakthroughs.
5:00 – 6:00
Performance Horses: Cow Work
Get an inside look at the skills Clinton uses to train elite performance horses as he demonstrates the timing and horsemanship required to work cattle effectively. Whether you’re a competitor or recreational rider, you’ll gain valuable insights into improving your horse’s focus and responsiveness.
6:15 – 7:15
Meet and Greet
Kick back with fellow horsemen, swap stories and spend time with Clinton and the clinicians in a relaxed setting. It’s your chance to ask questions, take photos and enjoy the camaraderie that makes No Excuses Nation special.
7:00
Doors Open for No Worries Club Members
7:30
Doors Open for the General Public
8:00 – 9:30
Colt Starting Challenge
The final training session with the colts is all about maximizing every minute. The clinicians must decide how to showcase their colt’s strengths while preparing for the biggest test of the event.
9:30 – 11:00
Colt Starting Challenge Finale
Three days. Three colts. One winner. Watch the clinicians put their horses to the test as they demonstrate just how far they’ve come. You’ll decide which horse made the most improvement overall.
11:00 – 12:00
Lunch
Enjoy lunch and connect with fellow horsemen before the action resumes in the arena.
12:00 – 1:15
Introducing Obstacles on the Ground
Learn how to safely introduce horses to obstacles while developing trust, confidence and problem-solving skills. You’ll see how Clinton’s obstacle training approach teaches horses to think through challenges instead of reacting to them, creating a calmer, braver partner.
1:15 – 1:45
Break
Stretch your legs, visit our full retail area and get ready for the next session.
1:45 – 3:15
Riding Session #3
The horses return to the arena for a final riding session. See the remarkable progress these horses have made after three days of training and discover the lessons that made the biggest difference.
3:15 – 3:45
Break
Take a quick break to recharge and visit our retail area and partners’ booths before the training continues.
3:45 – 4:45
Performance Horses: Reining Maneuvers
Join Clinton for an in-depth look at the advanced maneuvers and subtle details that separate good horses from great ones. If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to achieve true softness, precision and control, this is the demonstration you can’t afford to miss.
4:45 – 5:45
Photo and Autograph Session
Meet Clinton, Diego and Jeff, grab an autograph, snap a photo and take home a memory from No Excuses Nation. It’s your chance to connect one-on-one with the horsemen.
