The Champion's Edge:
Riding with Mind, Body, and Heart
Wednesday, September 10
5PM in the Hospitality Tent at Wesley Clover Parks. Free entry, everyone is welcome!
Join Olympian Amy Millar, performance coach John Haime, and moderator Karen Sparks for an interactive live coaching session designed to give young riders practical tools to ride with confidence, focus, and heart.
Course Map
Part 1: The First Lap – Setting the Stage
Meet our panel, learn about challenges they solve, and identify shared experiences.
Part 2: The Triple Combination – Core Themes
Winning Before You Walk the Course
The 90-Second Mindset
The Most Important Ride
Part 3: The Jump-Off – Live Q&A
Audience Q&A from in-the-saddle insights to practical mental strategies.
Part 4: The Final Salute – Closing Thoughts
Panelists
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John Haime | President, John Haime Performance
John Haime is a human performance coach who helps athletes, executives, and teams unlock their full potential and reach the next level. With a focus on building confidence and bridging the gap between where performers are and where they want to be, he has guided world-class talent in both sport and business. John is also the author of two acclaimed books, You Are a Contender! and Ride Big, widely read by top athletes, coaches, and leaders.
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Amy Millar | Two-Time Canadian Olympian
Amy Millar, daughter of Canadian Olympic legend Ian Millar, has built an impressive show jumping career of her own. Entering the Grand Prix ranks at just 19, she has since earned numerous international victories and represented Canada at the highest levels, including the 2016 and 2024 Olympic Games. A Canadian Show Jumping Champion and consistent member of the national team, Amy balances her equestrian success with motherhood, inspiring as both an athlete and a role model.
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Karen Sparks | Executive Director, Wesley Clover Parks
Karen Sparks is the Executive Director of Wesley Clover Parks, an innovative, four-season outdoor recreation and learning hub dedicated to promoting health and education. She has been instrumental in the site’s vision and growth, from programming and construction to partnerships and community outreach. A former Grand Prix rider, Karen has also shared her expertise through service on numerous boards and committees, including Invest Ontario, the CHEO Foundation, Equestrian Canada’s Jumping Committee, and the Queensway Carleton Hospital Foundation.