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Chris Cox

Chris Cox

As one of this country’s leading horsemen and clinicians, Chris Cox has spent a lifetime learning from the greatest teachers of all, the horse. Raised on a cattle ranch in the wilds of Australia, Chris has had opportunities that most horsemen of this day and age will never experience. With only horses for transportation, and a cattle ranch as his life, Chris learned at an early age how to appreciate the abilities and tradition of the great men and horses around him. With his practical, straightforward approach, Chris teaches horse people how to achieve results. Influenced in his early years by both the English and Western traditions, he has implemented a proven style and technique that can be applied universally across all disciplines. Chris has travelled throughout the world doing demonstrations and clinics for nearly 30 years. Four- time undefeated, Road to the Horse World Champion of colt starting, 2-time Reserve champion Reno Invitational Million Dollar Team Roping, National Cutting Horse Futurity Finalist, Monty Roberts Equitation of the Year, 2015 inductee Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame. Chris Cox and his wife Barbara, daughter Charley and son Case split their time between ranches in Mineral Wells, Texas and Dubois, Wyoming where he shares his passion of horses with others.

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Cole Cameron

Cole Cameron

Cole has dedicated his life to understanding the horse. He is a Champion colt starter, Champion steer wrestler, and competitive in many disciplines including cowhorse. He travels the world hosting clinics and demonstrations following in the footsteps of his legendary father, Craig Cameron. Cole’s approach to preparing a horse and rider for a versatile career is unparalleled. His horsemanship methods focus on building a foundation utilizing focused pressure and release to produce the desired result.

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Daniel Dauphin

Daniel Dauphin

Raised in Louisiana, Daniel had a passion for horses from an early age. Not being born into a family with horses, he rode with a childhood friend’s family regularly before he finally earned and saved enough money to buy his own horse at the age of 16 without his parents knowing about it. Attending La Tech University, Daniel graduated with a B.S. in Animal Science in ’99. Daniel spent about 6 years, in total, apprenticing under 3 different Cutting Horse trainers and to date has started horses amassing winnings of well over $1 million in cutting including finalists in major aged events, and the only horse from Louisiana to ever make the NCHA World Championship Futurity Finals. Daniel passionately uses his knowledge and experience to help others become safer, smarter, and more comfortable and confident in their own horsemanship. He has worked with riders as young as 2 to those up into their 70’s. He’s also worked with many different breeds and riders of all disciplines, from beginners to college equine behavior and training classes, to world champs, and even continuing education for pros at large lesson barns. Daniel spent 3 years making a 5-and-a-half-hour video on bits and bitting. It has been very well reviewed and received and is even being used as a teaching tool in over 25 Equine Sciences/Studies programs in various US universities.

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Jerry Diaz

Jerry Diaz

Gerardo "Jerry" Diaz comes from the exciting world of Mexican horsemanship and rodeo. A true Charro, Diaz makes his living following the grand tradition of his Heritage back in Mexico. He performs his horsemanship skills and rope artistry at rodeos around the country, producing and directing Mexican Rodeo Extravaganzas and Equestrian Events for special entertainment. Jerry Diaz embodies all of the qualifications of the Charro's strict code of honor that includes chivalry, high ethics, expert horsemanship, and dedication to family and Charro traditions. He has earned the Federation of Charros' Golden Spur Award for his outstanding contributions and commitment to the Charro tradition. Famed for his expertise with the maguey rope, Jerry is a renowned crowd pleaser. Unaided by swivels or gimmicks, he spins the rope with ease while on foot, riding, or standing atop his horse. He was inducted into the Texas Trail of Fame, Cowboys of Color in Fort Worth, and the Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame.

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Nicolas Diaz

Nicolas Diaz

Nicolas Diaz was born in New Braunfels, TX and is the son of accomplished horseman and horsewoman; Jerry and Staci Diaz. He continues to follow in his parents and grandparents footstep, now 5th generation horseman. His young horseman career started when he was only three days old. When his father carried him in his arms atop a horse for the very first time. Nicolas has been riding horses ever since that day. At a young age, Nicolas has accomplished many achievements that take many a lifetime to fulfill. At the age of 12, Nicolas during the Rolex, Grand Prix, Million dollar Jump off. Showcasing a solo performance, at the Kentucky Horse Park on his main trick horse. Performing all across the U.S.A. and Canada alongside his parents. He has been to many prestigious shows; such as “The Devon Horse Show”, “Equine Affaire”, “Ponoka Stampede”, in Canada, “National Western Stock Show”, “Houston Rodeo”, “Fort Worth Rodeo”, and the “San Antonio Rodeo” just to name a few.

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Sally Batton

Sally Batton

Sally Batton was Director of Riding at Dartmouth College in Hanover, NH and head coach of the Varsity Equestrian Team for 30 years. She was named the American Riding Instructor’s Association 2008 Instructor of the Year, was awarded the 2013 Intercollegiate Horse Shows Association (IHSA) Lifetime Achievement Award, was inducted in the 2020 IHSA Hall of Fame class and is the Founder of the Athletic Equestrian League. In 2022, Sally Batton’s book, The Athletic Equestrian was published. Whether competing in the show ring or riding at home on the trail, every rider wants to be more secure and balanced in the saddle. This innovative guide uses highly effective exercises honed over Coach Sally’s 35 year coaching career

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Staci Diaz

Staci Diaz

Staci Anderson-Diaz has entertained audiences all across the U.S. at some of the most prestigious shows. She has performed in her Father’s Wild West Shows, Rodeos, Fairs and Circuses since she was three yrs. old. Third generation performer and artist mostly known for her Roman Riding six up team of horses, driving horses in Tandem while standing atop the back team, dancing horses, trick riding and Stunt doubling in several movies. Passed down through generations, Staci comes from a family who has a history with Liberty and Dancing/ High Schooled trained Horses. Both her parents and grandparents were equine and animal trainers and performers.

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