Pete holds clinics all over the country and overseas. He is passionate about helping people to achieve success not only with their horses, but with the sport he loves.
With the growing popularity of campdrafting, the importance of strong stockmanship and safety awareness has never been greater. Pete Comiskey is passionate about passing on the knowledge he’s gained over more than 40 years in the industry, seeing his clinics as a way of giving back to a sport that has given him so much.
Pete’s first school was held in 1992, and since then he has developed a practical, proven approach to teaching that focuses on safety, confidence, and clear communication between horse and rider. His goal is simple – if you’re safe, you’ll enjoy the sport, and success will follow.
Clinics are designed to suit riders of all levels, with a strong emphasis on building confidence and simplifying the way riders communicate with their horses. Every participant leaves with a clearer understanding of their training, horse management, and a plan to move forward – both at home and in competition.
To ensure quality learning, rider numbers are limited to a maximum of 20 people per clinic. This allows plenty of one-on-one coaching, individual feedback, and the opportunity for each rider to have multiple runs per horse, with cattle supplied for all participants.
Clinic Format
Pete runs a general two-day clinic format, which is adjusted to suit the experience level of each group, accommodating for different levels within the group. The structure is flexible and can be customised to suit different situations, ensuring every clinic delivers the best possible outcome for those involved.
Clinics typically begin with dry work, bringing both horse and rider to a consistent level. This session focuses on:
- Fundamental horsemanship and safety
- Understanding the basics of a cut out
- Developing correct technique and effective aids
- Learning how to select a beast
Throughout the clinic, a variety of practical training methods are used to build skill and confidence, including:
- Use of a four-wheel motorbike to simulate cattle and teach stopping, rating and understanding the course
- Mechanical cow work
- Tracking and following a cow in a lane
- Dry and live-animal cut out practice
- Practice runs on buffalo
- Practice runs on cattle
Each day includes breaks for smoko and lunch, creating a relaxed, supportive environment where riders can learn, reset, and enjoy the experience.
Fence Sitters
Fence sitters are always welcome at Pete’s schools. Fence sitter pricing will be available on advertised upcoming clinics.
Clinic Dates
Keep an eye out on our Facebook page for any upcoming clinics!
Hosting a Clinic
We welcome enquiries from anyone interested in hosting a clinic. While Pete works within a proven structure, there is flexibility in how clinics are run to suit different locations and preferences.
If you would like to host a clinic or have any general enquiries, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
