50/ JULY 2012 THE RIDER
CNEA Horse Show Competition Returns
Toronto, ON – The Canadian National Exhibition Association’s (CNEA) annu- al Horse Show will take place from July 30 through August 16, August 25 thru 26 in the Exhibition Place’s Ricoh Coli- seum and Horse Palace. Highlights include the Ontario Hackney Show, Light Horse, Jumper, Heavy Horse and Miniature Horse competitions. The Horse Show will also include the popu-
country so we expect another great competition this year.”
As a delightful and interactive introduction to horses, HorseCapades offers a great learning experience for visitors as they get to pet and feed hors- es, learn about grooming and shoeing, guess a horse’s weight and get an up- close look at a mare and foal. It will also feature an equine simulator, allow-
Equine Canada Launches New English Competition Coach Specialist Certification Program
Opens up Certification Opportunities for Canada’s Coaches
Ottawa, Canada, June 28, 2012 - An exciting new coach- ing certification program is now available for English coaches in Canada. The Competition Coach Specialist is a highly accessible certification program designed for those working with intermediate or more advanced rid- ers in furthering their students’ basic riding, horseman- ship and safety skills, as well as advancing competition experience from provincial to national level competi- tions.
“Quality coaching is vital to equestrian sport and Equine Canada’s coaching program - this new format increases accessibility for those who coach riders from the beginner level up to the elite competitor,” states Gillian Ross Erasmi, Education Coordinator with the Ontario Equestrian Federation (OEF).
“The Competition Coach Specialist program ensures that coaching professionals value national teach- ing standards, safety and quality horsemanship.” The Competition Coach Specialist promises to become a highly utilized certification program for Cana- da’s equestrian coaches.
lar CNE HorseCapades, opening July 31, a fun-filled introduction to the world of horses for kids and families. All events are free prior to the opening of the CNE on August 17 and then are free with admission during the fair.
The 2012 Horse Show Schedule at a Glance:
July 30 - Ontario Hackney Show Hackney Horses & Ponies, Shetland Ponies, American Saddlebreds, Road Horses Sport Pony - Ricoh Coliseum July 31-Aug. 16 - CNE HorseCapades A family-based introduction to horses. The Horse Palace
(11 a.m. – 2 p.m. daily at Horse Palace; Elements of HorseCapades move to The Farm: Better Living Centre as of August 17, where it runs until Septem- ber 3, from 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. daily) July 31-Aug. 1 - Light Horse Competi- tion
Hackney Horses & Ponies, Shetland Ponies, Morgans, Saddlebreds, Road Horses. Ricoh Coliseum, Daily class highlights at 12 – 3 p.m. Aug. 3-5 - Heavy Horse Competition Belgians & Percheron Halter Clydes- dale, Hitches & Youth classes, open to all breeds. Ricoh Coliseum, Daily class highlights at 12 – 2 p.m. Aug. 7-9 - Jumper Competition. Ricoh Coliseum Aug. 25 - Miniature Horses. Horse Palace Ring Aug. 26 - Miniature 4H Clubs. Horse Palace Ring
“The CNEA Horse Show is a major stop on the national competition circuit and a summer tradition,” said Barb Meyers, CNEA Horse Show Coordinator. “This show attracts the very best competitors from across the
ing kids to find out what it is like to ride a real horse.
The CNEA Horse Show and HorseCapades will run concurrently with no admission charge prior to the official opening of the CNE (Friday, August 17). Elements of HorseCapades will continue at the conclusion of the Horse Show competitions, and move from the Horse Palace to the Farm in the Better Living Centre’s West Side. HorseCapades will be FREE with CNE admission once the fair opens. For more information visit
TheEx.com.
Exhibitors interested in receiving a CNEA Horse Show prize list, schedule or exhibitor information should contact Barb Meyers at 416-263-3837 or bmey-
ers@theex.com.
About the CNE
The Canadian National Exhibition (CNE) is Canada’s largest fair and one of the top 10 fairs in North America. Founded in 1879, the CNE celebrates its 134th year in 2012, when it takes place from August 17th to September 3rd. Each year over the course of its late summer 18-day run, the CNE attracts approximately 1.3 million peo- ple. On average, it generates an eco- nomic impact of $58.6 million on the Greater Toronto Area and $80 million on the province of Ontario each year. For the past two consecutive fairs, the CNE has been awarded Eco Logo certi- fication, confirming it as the “greenest” fair in North America, and the most “environmentally friendly” large scale event on the continent. The CNEA Horse Show and Casino open before the fair, on Monday, July 30th.
HorseCapades opens July 31st. To learn more visit:
theex.com
“It’s the starting point for becoming a specialized coach in your discipline at a very attainable level - coaches can now apply directly to this program if it meets their experience. They don’t have to go through a previous coaching level,” states Grant Field, Chair of the National Coaching Committee and a Master Evaluator. “The specialist program is really important because it fills the gap between the Competition Coach and High Performance Coach,” he adds. “It’s perfect for coaches who might have been at the old Level 2, but were spe- cialists, not generalists and therefore never became certi- fied. It’s a totally new program that will serve the com- munity needs better.
Chair of Equine Canada’s Eventing Coaching Committee, former coach of the Canadian Eventing Team and three-time Olympic Games competitor Peter Gray, agrees. “I am thrilled with the newly revamped coaching syllabus and our new ability to accept applica- tions for the many coaches waiting to get accredited,” states Peter Gray. “The ‘in competition’ component of the new exam is fantastic and genuinely reflects real- time coaching.”
Chair of the Equine Canada Eventing Coaching Com- mittee Peter Gray, rider Peter Barry -named to the Lon- don 2012 Canadian Three-Day Eventing Team - and his coach Roberta Byng-Morris, Competition Coach Spe- cialist candidate, following the Competition Coach Spe- cialist ‘in competition evaluation’ pilot in June during the Volvo CCI3* Bromont Three Day Event.
plans
• Participating in a single evaluation day with two evalu- ators where you are evaluated on coaching skills while giving lessons
Additionally, the Competition Coach - Specialist will be certified to evaluate a horse and its suitability for a student, to supervise stable operations and routines, and will have demonstratable experience training and preparing horses for competition. Though candidates will specialize in one discipline, they are expected to be conversant in all English disciplines.
To be eligible for certification candidates must: • Have competition experience
• Be at least 20 years of age as of January 1 of the cur- rent year
steps: • Submission of sample lesson and seasonal training
• Hold an Equine Canada Sport license (membership) and provincial membership, in good standing Acquiring certification requires the following
• Evaluation of your coaching skills during competition “We proudly worked alongside EC to develop the training that was necessary to launch the Competition Coach Specialist program, including managing various training pilots instrumental in attaining Coaching Asso- ciation of Canada program approval. Thanks must be extended to the many dedicated individuals who provid- ed their time and expertise during this process,” adds Ross Erasmi.
“I am really proud of the English Coaching Com- mittee for having finalized this last step in the competi- tion coaching stream. We have created a great opportu- nity for the athletes and the coaches that coach them,” states Field.
Complete details on the English Competition Coach Specialist Certification program can be found on the Equine Canada web site under Coaching - How to Become Certified.
ABOUT EQUINE CANADA
For more information about Equine Canada, please visit
www.equinecanada.ca.
Open Letter to from Equine Canada:
Possible closure of the National Capital Equestrian Park July 6, 2012 — Equine Canada is alarmed to
learn that the Nepean National Equestrian Park, the only municipally run equestrian park of its kind in Canada, could be closing as early as the end of this year.
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‘The Park’ as it has affectionately become known, has served the community well since opening its doors in 1986 by the former City of Nepean. It has provided an opportunity for children and adults alike to experience the wonder of horses and to learn a sport which often becomes a life-long pas- sion. It has made the sport more broadly accessible to the urban enthusiast, and for that we are very thankful and appreciative. As the national ‘voice of the horse’ and the sport in Canada, we know firsthand how intrinsic these kinds of facilities are to the long-term development of our sport and our athletes. Many Ottawa-area citizens, includ- ing many in the disabled community, have
learned how to ride at the Park, were able to compete at the Park and then returned to vol- unteer in one of the many shows throughout the years.
The Park also provided a wonderful venue from which world-class showing Jumping, Eventing, Dressage and Para- dres- sage competitions could be held, and enjoyed by the citizens of Ottawa. These events also brought in valuable visitor dollars to our city. We believe the Nation’s Capital is the right place for a world-class equestrian facili- ty and strongly hope and encourage the National Capital Commission to keep the Park a welcoming place for horses, riders, coaches and show organizers. We would welcome an opportunity to offer whatever assistance we can, in its efforts.
Mike Gallagher President
Equine Canada
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