Otis Eventing is taking worldwide coaching to the following stage this summer season with an immersive and all-inclusive eventing camp designed for bold younger riders and in addition grownup riders who need to pursue their targets and expertise eventing overseas. Hosted by Logan and Arthur Duffort in addition to Paul Gatien and based mostly at a non-public equestrian facility in Clere-les-Pins, France, this week-long program coming this summer season guarantees a mix of top-tier instruction, cultural exploration, and private mentorship from among the sport’s most revered names.
“This camp is all the pieces I want I’d had entry to after I was developing by way of the degrees,” says Logan, an achieved rider and coach with California roots who rides for the U.S. however now calls France residence. “It’s about driving, in fact—however it’s additionally about rising as an individual, constructing your community, and gaining a world perspective on the game.”
The driving portion of the camp is intensive and hands-on, with every pupil paired with a top quality horse for the week. Riders will obtain each day instruction throughout all three phases, designed to assist them make actual progress and develop as well-rounded athletes.
“Our focus is on progress and consistency,” Logan explains. “Whether or not it’s sharpening flatwork or constructing bravery on cross nation, we wish riders to go away with tangible enhancements and renewed confidence.”
Every night, college students will participate in on-line Q&A periods with high professionals. Confirmed visitor audio system embody Jonelle Value, Laura Collett, Harry Meade, and Rebecca Howard, providing uncommon entry to the knowledge of riders and coaches competing on the highest stage.
Logan Duffort and Voltage De La Nouee. Photograph by Jayphotos.
“These are individuals who’ve been there—World Championships, Badminton, Burghley, you title it,” says Logan, who, together with Arthur and Paul, wished to make use of the connections she’s made competing within the UK and Europe in addition to shopping for and promoting horses for good. “They’re additionally extremely considerate and beneficiant with their information. I would like our college students to listen to immediately from them about what it takes to make it on this sport.”
However it’s not simply in regards to the driving: this camp can also be deliberately structured to incorporate downtime and exploration. Afternoons will characteristic off-site excursions, together with water sports activities on the close by lake, visits to native chateaux, and a visit to the enduring Cadre Noir in Saumur.
“There’s a lot extra to driving in Europe than simply the competitions,” Logan says. “Being immersed within the tradition and historical past of French horsemanship—particularly locations just like the Cadre Noir—provides a lot depth to the expertise.”
Arthur Duffort and Toronto d’Aurois. Photograph by Tilly Berendt.
College students will keep at La Chetardiere, a non-public residence positioned immediately beside the equestrian facility. With all logistics dealt with, riders can absolutely concentrate on their coaching and neighborhood. “We’re holding the group small so every pupil will get individualized consideration—not simply within the saddle, however in how we assist them the entire week,” says Logan.
This camp is geared towards critical occasion riders with expertise on the CCI1* stage or greater, and prices $7500, which is an all-inclusive fee, not together with flights (which Logan recommends out and in of Paris’ Charles de Gaulle Airport). There shall be a ten% deposit that must be paid by Could thirty first to safe your house. The rest of the cost must be paid by June tenth. Each younger and grownup riders are welcome to use. Candidates are requested to submit video of their driving, in addition to references from a present coach.
The dates for the camps are as follows:
July 1-8: Individuals shall be arriving on the first and leaving on the eighth.July 21-28: Individuals shall be arriving on the twenty first and leaving on the twenty eighth.
Have a look across the stunning facility you’ll be calling residence:
“It’s not about being good—it’s about being open to studying,” Logan emphasizes. “Should you’re able to push your self and soak in all the pieces this sport has to supply, we’d like to have you ever.”
To use or study extra, contact Logan Duffort at [email protected] or +33 0789604401, and comply with @otiseventing on Instagram.
