ECLIPSE TRAINING CENTER

Eclipse Training Center is set on 300 acres of lush, rolling land in the heart of Florida's celebrated horse country in Marion county. Rich in both the mineral concentrations in its soil and water and in its traditional role as one of the great Thoroughbred nurseries of the world, this area has produced some of North America's greatest racehorses.

The focal point of Eclipse is its 3/4 mile racetrack. Completely resurfaced from sub-base to cushion and professionally graded to exacting standards on a regular basis, the track is one of the finest in the nation. It features a 7/8 mile chute, automated watering system and PVC Safety Rail.

This training center also has numerous paddocks, pastures and turn-out facilities, with four-board fence, giant oak trees and automatic waterers. Each barn also has a 55 ft. round pen. In addition Eclipse is an accredited training center and offers documented workouts for publication in trade press.

Eclipse Training Center's state-of-the-art swimming facility is a model for the industry. Each horse, according to its needs, benefits from a swim program by increasing muscle mass and cardiovascular capacity. Each swimmer is closely monitored for weight and muscle gain.

MANUDEN FARM

Owned and operated by Nick and Jaqui de Meric, Manuden farm and training stables are located on 120 acres adjacent to Eclipse Training Center, whose facilities supplement their own. A top class team of professionals spearhead this high-profile operation, headed by farm manager George Price and assistant trainer Laurie Price.

Here Thoroughbred yearlings are developed and nurtured through the early stages of education and athletic conditioning in preparation for their careers at the racetrack or for the premier two- year-old sales. Our program is tailored to meet the individual needs of each horse, whose physical and mental well-being is our primary concern.

Professional care, handling and riding, along with the highest standards of horsemanship, an attention to detail, combine to create the consummate learning environment for young athletes. Graduates of our program include Eclipse Award winners, champions, and numerous graded-stakes-winners in all major racing jurisdictions.

In addition to the unraced youngsters, Manuden is also home to many horses of racing-age whose needs range from post-operative rehabilitation to freshening from the racetrack between campaigns.

The open pastures and relaxed environment help these animals unwind and recharge batteries before reentering the competitive arena. Others undergo various types of therapy, from arthroscopic or other surgery to swim or schooling programs, always with careful supervision.

Whatever the needs of the Thoroughbred athlete may be, we at Manuden take pride in being willing and able to provide the expertise necessary for their optimum care.

Whatever special program, therapy or training required by young athletes in our care, our watchwords are: dedication, professionalism and attention to detail; we just try a little harder.

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