Advanced Shoemaking and Fitting Techniques

Description

This advanced shoemaking clinic is designed for experienced farriers looking to refine high-level forging, fitting, and problem-solving techniques in a focused, hands-on learning environment.

The clinic will challenge participants to develop greater precision, efficiency, and consistency in both shoemaking and practical application, with an emphasis on craftsmanship, balance, and performance-based shoeing. Attendees will work through more complex forging exercises while gaining a deeper understanding of how shoe design influences hoof function and movement.

Through live demonstrations, guided practical sessions, and detailed discussion, participants will explore advanced fitting principles, corrective applications, and refined finishing techniques used in professional-level farriery. Individual feedback and coaching throughout the clinic will help farriers improve technical execution and decision-making under the horse.

Topics Covered

Clinic Format

This clinic is best suited to experienced and who are comfortable with foundational and intermediate shoemaking and want to advance their forging ability, workmanship, and practical understanding of modern farriery