Archive for 'Training'
The Grace Foundation of Northern California
The Grace Foundation of Northern California is an equine rescue and rehabilitation facility located in El Dorado Hills, CA. We provide critical care and rehabilitation for abused and neglected horses and utilize our rescued horses for equine assisted learning and therapeutic programs for youth and children. Our purpose is to protect, care for, and heal [...]
Full StoryRichard Keller Clinic-February 6-7, 2010
SAHJA members – get in on your free session with renowned hunter jumper trainer, Richard Keller. Richard has produced numerous medal final contenders and World Cup jumper riders and he has many year-end hunter titles as well. Richard has been named CPHA Horseman of the Year and has participated in the hunter/jumper industry from the [...]
Full StoryChoosing a horse trainer
Do you need a horse trainer? I’m willing to bet yes. Most people involved with horses could use a little help at some point. Whether it’s riding lessons three times a week, hauling you and your horse to shows, or just having someone you can call and ask questions once in a while, having a [...]
Full StoryGeorge Morris Clinic-”If you are not schooling your horse, you are unschooling it.”
November 30, 2009 began as a chilly 40 degree morning in Penryn, CA, quickly warming to 67 degrees. The breeze way at Hunterville bustled with energy as young riders groomed and tacked their horses. Twenty one riders were anxious to spend two hours with world renowned U.S. Olympic Equestrian Coach, George Morris.
As each rider entered [...]
Signs You Have the Wrong English Bit
Have you noticed that your horse is flipping his head when you take up contact with the reins? Does he seem to open his mouth as a form of resistance? How about the position of his headset? Is your horse coiled up like a spring, with his chin on his chest? All of these may [...]
Full StoryPerfecting the Posting Trot
For many riders the days of learning to post the trot are relics of the past. The hours spent listening to our instructors shouting “up down, up down” (as if that made it any easier) are over. Our time is now spent in better pursuits, such as learning to jump trickier courses or trying our [...]
Full StoryStop Jumping Refusals
What happened? You were galloping down to a jump, your horse’s ears were up, and your eyes were analyzing the approach for a correct take-off spot. In your heart, you sensed a blue ribbon. But then, your horse made a sudden decision to avoid the jump, spraying sand against the arena railing and nearly sending [...]
Full StoryWhat a Half Halt Is (and isn’t)
A half-halt isn’t: pulling the reins. To start out, riding instructors often teach beginners very simplistic aids to take the place of certain skills until the rider’s balance and body control improves. This is particularly true of the half-halt. Since one of the requirements of the half-halt is having the ability to “ride along” or [...]
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