Where have the last two months gone! We have had a busy time getting vehicles through their MOT’s, yard and field maintenance, alongside all of the everyday riding school activities.
Staff - Congratulations to Olivia and to Mia who passed their BHS Stage 2 Riding Assessment so they both now have the BHS Stage 2 Complete Qualification
October half term saw various special daytime events with some great spooky decorations on the show jumps and handy pony course all designed by our very talented Kate Deacon - thank you Kate, it looked amazing. Fancy dress was worn for several of the events and it was a good Halloween. Watch out for the Christmas Holiday programme which will be available shortly and bookable via ECPro.
Pony Club - Verity and India held a Dressage Demo for the Atherstone Pony Club and our own Pony Club Centre members. India rode 6 year old Nalla (Vanilla) to show the development of the young horse and then Eddie (Escade) to show the advanced dressage movements. There was great involvement from the members with lots of questions that Verity and India were able to answer for them.
Dressage Day Camp - Verity held a day camp in October, working with a lovely group of riders and their horses. All levels are welcome at these very inclusive camps. The final Day Camp date for 2024 is on Monday 16th December.
Kate Cowell Clinic - Kate held a day clinic in September and again in October. Her next day is on Monday 25th November - bookable via My Riding Life
British Dressage - The Young Rider European medalists, which included India were invited to take part in the medals parade held at the British Dressage National Championships at Somerford Park in Cheshire. A lovely occasion when the GB Olympic Team and Para Team members were also in the parade.
India and Eddie attended the Under 21 National Training Camp at the Unicorn Centre and we were delighted that Eddie got the gold star for his health, condition, saddle fit and performance. The pair are now training at home towards Grand Prix.