A Next Level rider stepping off her horse at full speed

Youth rodeo clinics & coaching

Take your goat tying to the next level

Clinics, mentorship and one-on-one coaching with Stacey Martin, whether it's your first time goat tying or you are trying to win a national championship, we can help.

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Nov21–232026Next clinicLitchfield Park, AZDunn’s Arena · Arizona Fall 3-Day Clinic16 spots leftRegister

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Nov21–232026

Arizona Fall 3-Day Clinic

When
Nov 21 to 23, 2026
Where
Litchfield Park, AZ, Dunn’s Arena
Cost
$700, paid in full at sign-up
Ages
7 and up
Spots
16 left

Goat TyingAll levels

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Nov28–292026

Thanksgiving NRS 2-Day Clinic

When
Nov 28 to 29, 2026
Where
Decatur, TX, NRS Event Center
Cost
$575. $275 holds your spot
Ages
7 and up
Spots
13 left

Goat TyingAll levels

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Dec12–132026

Lincoln 2-Day Clinic1 spot left

When
Dec 12 to 13, 2026
Where
Lincoln, CA, B Bar Ranch
Cost
$575. $275 holds your spot
Ages
7 and up
Spots
1 left

Goat TyingAll levels

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Jan17–182027

Waimea 2-Day ClinicDetails coming

When
Jan 17 to 18, 2027
Where
Waimea, HI
Ages
7 and up

Goat TyingAll levels

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How Stacey coaches a run

Every run, broken into pieces you can fix

Five checkpoints, from the start line to hands up. This is what Stacey watches on every run.

Confidence in your horse is key
Set it up from the start
A great dismount sets up your entire run. We'll teach you how to train your horse and keep them working for fast, safe dismounts.
The dismount
Safe dismounts are key
If you are worried about falling in the dismount, you will struggle to win. We'll teach you to dismount safely from horses moving over 30 miles an hour.
The approach
Footwork is essential
Do you know what to do with goat that go left, right, or have no pattern at all? Your footwork can make or break your run. We'll teach you how to be prepared for anything a goat can throw at you.
The Flank
the flank that is proven
There are several styles of flanking. From the basics of gathering to catching the legs in the air, we'll teach you a flank that will help you be fast and consistent.
Hands up
The tie
The clock stops when your hands go up. Then the tie has to hold for six seconds, which is why the details matter. We'll teach you to practice for speed and consistency in your ties.

6seconds the tie has to hold after your hands go up

Learn it at a clinic Read Goat tying 101

Champions

Our riders win at every level

From Little Britches and junior high to the National High School Finals and the College National Finals.

Next Level15

Mia Manzanares

Opelousas, LA

Back-to-back CNFR Champion
2× Southern Region Champion
4× CNFR Qualifier
2× NHSRA Champion
6 straight LHSRA State Championships
IFYR Champion
2× Best of the Best Champion

“Known for her speed, consistency, and ability to perform under pressure, Mia has established herself as one of the sport's elite competitors. Her accomplishments and experience make her an exceptional role model for the next generation of goat tyers. Mia tied with a cotton string throughout her career. Through rodeo scholarships, Mia earned her Master's degree from East Texas A&M before earning her Doctorate in Physical Therapy. Fun Fact: Mia single-handedly won the CNFR Women's Team Championship in 2019, along with the Goat Tying, Breakaway, and All Around titles.”Stacey Martin

Next Level10

Kristin Reaves

Buller, TX

CNFR record holder, 5.5 seconds
NIRA Southwest Region Champion
NIRA Southern Region Champion
Tie for the Crown Champion
Lariat Larner Champion Open Goat Tying
2× THSRA Region V Champion
THSRA Reserve Champion
Joe Beaver’s Open Champion
World’s Richest Champion
Texas Circuit Finals Youth Rodeo Senior Champion

“Kristin and her grey mare, Short Cut, will be on everyone's Mount Rushmore of Goat Tying. This team checked the box with big wins at every level. Kristin understood how to build the right muscle memory through the drills, which let her consistently clock in the low 6s. Kristin started with Next Level as a high school freshman. Kristin tied with a 2-strand Lyles string. Through rodeo scholarships, Kristin graduated with a Masters Degree from Sam Houston State University.”Stacey Martin

Next Level5

Mayce Marek

3X CNFR Qualifier, CNFRT Go Round Winner, 2026 PWR Champion Goat Tyer, 2025 Lariat Larner Champion Goat Tyer, 2025 Patriot Open Champion, Multiple 5-second runs on 100-foot scores.

“Mayce transitioned from gathering to catching her flank for the final 2 years of her career, and the 5-second runs and big wins followed. Mayce is not only an exceptional competitor, but she is also an excellent instructor. Mayce graduated with a Masters from East Texas A&M with full rides for rodeo.”Stacey Martin

Next Level10

Allie Calcote

Sugartown, LA

2025 & 2026 NLBRA Senior Girls Goat Tying World Champion
Patriot 15U Champion
TJHSRA State Champion
Vegas Tuffest 12U Champion, 15U Champion, 19U Champion
Lariat Larner 15U Champion
Young Guns Shootout Champion
2026 IFYR Reserve Champion
NHSFR Top 10

“Allie and her mare, Little Bay, are always contenders wherever they are entered. Allie's understanding of the fundamentals and her ability to perform under pressure have helped her develop a long list of elite wins in her short career. Allie's love of the event also makes her an excellent instructor. Fun Fact: Allie ties with and has all of these accomplishments with a cotton string!”Stacey Martin

Next Level6

Taylour Latham

NIRA Central Rocky Mountain Region Champion
3× CNFR Top 7

“Taylour made the trip to Louisiana during her junior year of high school, where she transitioned from gathering to catching the flank. Taylour says it took her 6 months of work to master it, but it was worth it, as she went on to 3 top-7 finishes at the CNFR. Taylour earned rodeo scholarships to Gillette College and the University of Wyoming before completing her Master's degree at Cal Poly where she served as an assistant coach.”Stacey Martin

Next Level8

Sadie Patterson

2026 THSRA State Champion
2025 Patriot 19 & Under Champion
TJHSRA Top 4
3X NHSFR Qualifier
Lariat Larner 15U Champion

“Sadie attended her first Hell Week as a 6th grader and quickly applied what she learned, qualifying for her first NJHSFR as an 8th grader and wrapping up her career as a Texas High School Rodeo State Champion. Sadie and her team of mares are always ones to watch and consistently clock low 6's. Sadie is attending Panola College on a rodeo scholarship.”Stacey Martin

Next Level5

Brynlee Tetrick

Kingman, Kansas

KHSRA State Champion
NHSFR Top 3

“Brynlee has attended multiple clinics and was a member of the Next Level Online Mentorship Group for many years. We're excited to see Brynlee continue her career by earning a rodeo scholarship to Weatherford College.”Stacey Martin

Next Level

Wacey Trujillo

Abiquiu, NM

2022 NJHSRA Champion
2× NMJHSRA State Champion
2× NMHSRA Champion
Vegas Tuffest 12 & Under Champion
NHSFR Top 3
Multiple 5 second runs on 100 foot scores

“Always one to watch, Wacey and her team of horses have made their mark in the world of goat tying. Wacey started in elementary school with a lesson from her idol, Mia Manzanares, and then joined the Next Level program. Her speed and consistency earned her a scholarship to Tarleton State University. Wacey's work ethic and commitment to mastering the fundamentals make her one of the fastest and most consistent goat tyers out there today.”Stacey Martin

Next Level10

Avery Ledesma

Las Cruces, NM

5X CNFR Qualifier
Grand Canyon Region Champion
NMHSRA State Champion

“A tough all-around competitor, Avery won at every level. She earned a rodeo scholarship at New Mexico State University and qualified 4 times for the CNFR. For her final year of eligibility, Avery accepted a scholarship to obtain her Master's degree and a position as an assistant coach at Cal Poly.”Stacey Martin

Next Level5

Naomi Beaton

Lovelady, Texas

TJHSRA State Champion 2026
TJHSRA Region 5 Champion
NJHSFR Short Go Qualifier

Next Level5

Kash Jepson

Las Vegas, NV

NJHSFR Boys Goat Tying Champion
2024 NLBRA Junior Boys Goat Tying World Champion

“Kash is one of the fastest and most consistent boys' goat tyers and one of the few to win the NLBFR and NJHSFR the same year. Through the Next Level Online Coaching platform, we helped Kash achieve his goals.”Stacey Martin

Next Level

Kenna Thomas

TJHSRA State Champion
TJHSRA Region 8 Champion
THSRA Region 8 Champion
CNFR Qualifier

“Kenna Thomas is an overcomer. Born with hip dysplasia and told she would never walk, she not only walked; she ran! Even while taking time off for 2 hip surgeries, Kenna has racked up impressive wins and earned a scholarship to Cisco College, where she qualified for her first CNFR.”Stacey Martin

Next Level10

Kirsten Smith

St. Francisville, LA

IFYR Goat Tying Champion
2015 NIRA Reserve Champion
Southern Region NIRA Champion
3× CNFR Qualifier
2× NHSRA Qualifier

“Kirsten was one of the fastest goat tyers of her era. She earned a rodeo scholarship to McNeese State University, went on to LSU Law School, and now practices law.”

Next Level8

Lauren Hansen

Sulphur, LA

2015 Southern Region NIRA Champion
3× CNFR Qualifier
LHSRA Reserve State Champion
2× NHSRA Qualifier

“Lauren was an exceptional goat tyer who never finished below the top 4 in the NIRA Southern Region. Lauren earned a rodeo scholarship to McNeese State University, where she earned a degree in Chemical Engineering.”Stacey Martin

Next Level4

Cyle Dennison

Iowa, LA

NJHSRF National Champion Boys Goat Tyer
LHSRA State Champion Boys Goat Tyer

“Cyle has been a winner since he was very young, and not much has changed. Cyle is our first Boys National Champion goat tyer and has since qualified for the NFR twice in the Heading.”

Next Level

Jennifer Salim

NHSRA 4th Place Goat Tyer
LHSRA State Champion Goat Tyer
3× NHSRF Qualifier

“Jennifer is one of the OG's of Next Level Goat Tying. With no rodeo background, Jennifer quickly picked up the sport and, in 2002, became the first goat tyer Stacey helped reach the top 3 at the NHSFR. Jennifer earned a Law Degree from Baylor and is recognized nationally as one of the top attorneys in her field.”Stacey Martin

Next Level

Raeleigh Whitfield

THSRA Region 5 Champion Goat Tyer
NHSRF Qualifier

Next Level

Kylie Frey

LHSRA State Champion
2× NHSRF Qualifier

See every champion

Stacey Martin at the rodeo grounds — **Stacey Martin**Founder and head coach

Meet your coach

From the classroom to the arena

“If I can teach somebody chemistry and physics, I can teach them to tie goats.”Stacey Martin, to Ropers Sports News

Stacey taught high school physics and chemistry before goat tying became her classroom. She has coached goat tyers and trained horses for more than 25 years, and she coaches the Panola College women’s rodeo team.

Panola College women’s rodeo coach. Clinics from Hawaii to Florida. The cotton string, made for learning. Champions from Little Britches to the CNFR.

Stacey’s story

My son recently attended the clinic in Decatur, Tx. There is not 1 negative comment that I can say about the experience. From 8am Monday to 4pm Thursday, Stacey and her team were professional, kind, assertive, helpful, and downright awesome! If you are contemplating attending one of these clinics, just do it. Great job everyone

Matt PedersenClinic parent, from a Facebook review