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Sell-out crowd enjoys coaching convention
More than 500 riding instructors and horse enthusiasts benefited from ideas and expertise shared at The British Horse Society’s annual National Convention. International showjumper and popular personality, Tim Stockdale, hosted the event, which also included a presentation from Christopher Bartle FBHS and a question and answer session with a panel of experts. “I think days like today are fundamental to training,” said Tim. “The aim is to offer new ideas, new aspects and new focus, and hopefully to give people a thought process to go back and impart to their pupils. That little bit of incentive to get back and want to go and ride a horse because you’ve seen something that inspired you – that’s what we’re looking for.” Tim presented two coaching sessions with demonstration horses and riders of varying levels, before taking to the saddle himself to demonstrate some of the training techniques on one of his own horses. His
focus was very much on rhythm and control – something echoed by Christopher Bartle FBHS in his demonstration, which aimed to relate dressage to jumping. “One is always learning, no matter how long you are in this game,” said Christopher. “The horses teach you something every day. You watch other trainers working, as I’ve had the fortune today to be able to watch Tim, and you learn something new or a different way of explaining things.” It was an extra special day for Christopher as he was also presented with the inaugural British Horse Society Lifetime Achievement Award for coaching excellence. “It’s a tremendous honour,” he said of the award. “My mother was a founder member of The British Horse Society and so it is a great honour to receive this accolade from the Society.”
A video about the day is available here: https://www.
youtube.com/watch?v=b- cID_lYriE
Fuller Fillies burglary
The Fuller Fillies’ Warehouse in West Yorkshire was burgled shortly after New Year; when over 70% of stocks were taken along with many ‘working samples’. Suzanne Wild from Fuller Fillies explains more: “There is an ongoing police investigation following a raft of Equestrian related burglaries in the North of England however, re-stocking is far from our greatest concern: The thieves took many ‘working samples’ of boots, half-chaps and clothing; we don’t think they realised what they were taking and will simply see them as a saleable commodity, however, they are far from that! Many samples are produced during the sampling process until the product is perfect and it goes into production; the samples therefore have varying degrees of imperfection which can be anything from a pair of boots
Did you know.....
A bit of essential information for all horse riders. If you have an accident and need emergency services, call 112 and not 999 from a mobile. Why? - If you dial 999, permission is required from your mobile provider to track your location, which apparently can take up to 17 minutes. Dialling 112 is immediate and requires no such permission so emergency services can get to you sooner. Important to know if you need help in the middle of nowhere! Please share with your horsey friends as you never know when this info will come in very handy!
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which are totally different sizes or have hollow heels, to Breeches which will literally fall apart after their first wash! It is our, and the Police’s, assumption that our goods were taken for re-sale and will likely be turning up at Horse Sales and on Auction Sites very soon; any such purchases will be costly mistakes for the consumer as we are not bound by the ‘Sale of Goods Act’ for items that are sold outside of our Approved ‘Route to Market’. We do not allow approved Stockists to sell via Internet Auction Sites and do not know of any involved in re-sale at Horse Sales, so, if you see new Fuller Fillies branded goods on sale at such places you can be pretty sure firstly, that they are stolen, and secondly, very likely sub-standard!” If you hear of any sales you think might be suspicious, email your information to suzhome@fuller-
fillies.co.uk
HorseHage continues sponsorship
of BRC’s Volunteers Club HorseHage is to continue its sponsorship of the Volunteers Club within British Riding Clubs (BRC) for 2015. Over 33,000 horse owners and carers are represented through BRC in over 490 clubs and centres which are affiliated to the British Horse Society (BHS). All disciplines from dressage to endurance riding are covered and the organisation offers training and assessments for all ages and abilities, aimed at improving the standards of horse care, riding and horsemanship skills through local and national programmes. There are currently around 160 members in the BRC Volunteers Club, providing a vital presence within the organisation, offering valuable assistance in organising and running BRC events throughout the UK. Said Chris Tar of HorseHage: “We are very happy to be continuing our sponsorship of the BRC Volunteers Club.Local riding clubs are so important and without
the help from volunteers, many shows and events that take place throughout the year would not be able to run.”
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www.horsehage.co.uk
BRC volunteer helping at an event
Guy Robertson Horsemanship Coffee Mornings
Are you looking to build a better relationship with your horse or pony? If the answer is yes, then a Coffee Morning at Guy Robertson Horsemanship might be just the place to start.
Held at Guy’s yard in Rawcliffe Bridge near Goole, North Humberside, the Coffee Mornings aim to offer an informal introduction to Guy’s training techniques and methods. These two hour taster sessions are an ideal opportunity to see Guy working with horses that are currently based with him for training. Said Guy (pictured): “We really enjoy the coffee mornings as a great way for like- minded horse riders and owners to get together in a friendly,
relaxed environment. “The areas we cover constantly change and evolve and hopefully people go away with a few new skills and things to think about when it comes to handling their horses and ponies at home.”
Topics are likely to include, mounting, first ride, building confidence, feet handling, haltering and advancing under the saddle. The next Coffee Morning is scheduled for April 11, from 11am to 1pm. Booking is essential as places are limited. Tickets are priced at £10 per person, with refreshments provided.
Visit www.
guyrobertsonhorsemanship.co.uk
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