Free Clinic Series
Arizona Sun Circuit horse show’s free clinics are popular with exhibitors as well as the general public. Presented by top pros who all have multiple World Champion titles under their belts, they offer specific, actionable information to help you improve your ride. They are also a great opportunity for riders to explore new disciplines and jumpstart the learning process.
Clinics are audit only, free and open to the general public!
No Sign -Up Necessary.
Friday February 27 – Clint Ainsworth – Showmanship: Fundamentals to Success
Friday February 27 – Debbie Cooper – Ranch Riding: Perfecting your transitions
Your 2026 Clinicians:
Clint Ainsworth
Clint Ainsworth grew up in Ohio and got his start in the equine world showing hunter ponies. He moved up into showing the all-around at AQHA shows and eventually showing reiners at NRHA shows. After becoming a professional and working for several top trainers, he opened his own business in the greater Atlanta area for the all-around horse and competitor. Since 2017, Clint and his customers have earned championships at the NSBA World, Congress, and AQHA World Show in showmanship, horsemanship, trail, western riding, hunter under saddle, and equitation. Clint is also an AQHA and NSBA approved judge.
Debbie Cooper
A native Arizonian, Debbie Cooper resides in Cave Creek Arizona where she owns and operates Debbie Cooper Performance Horses. She is an AQHA NRHA and NRCHA judge and has officiated at most major events throughout the United States and Europe.
Her professional achievements include having trained or shown multiple World Champions, Congress Champions, NRHA winners and has coached five Youth World Cup teams from three different countries. Debbie was the AQHA 2020 Professional Horse Woman of the year and was recently inducted into the Arizona Quarter Horse Association Hall of Fame