We were lucky enough to manage to get a space in a British Eventing Training date. The British Eventing Site has a full list of regional training on its website, however, originally we bypassed this date as we thought it was only open to Under 18's. However, due to it not being fully subscribed it then became open to all- so the lesson of the story is to keep checking the website for updates!
The training allowed a great opportunity to do grid work and lines which just aren't physically possible with our facilities or in a 20x40 arena.
We started off concentrating on length of stride and developing the ability to shorten and lengthen in designated spaces. We then progressed on doing the same over fences, and it was interesting how much more difficult it can be after incorporating a jump. Through this I learnt I had to prepare my upper body faster in order to make adjustments quicker.
After we started riding through the grid, which progressively got bigger. After we had all acheived this we were all challenged to jumping through the grid whilst aiming to slowly release our reins, until we got to the final fence and then we were to let go. Surprisingly this went smoother than I expected but I must admit to scrambling my knitting aka reins quickly after the fence! But the exercise did show how a horse can stretch so much more through the neck when given the opportunity.
We then finished the session with jumping lines of dog's legs and jumping fences on angles, which resembled lines you'd most likely find on a Cross country course.
The training allowed a great opportunity to do grid work and lines which just aren't physically possible with our facilities or in a 20x40 arena.
We started off concentrating on length of stride and developing the ability to shorten and lengthen in designated spaces. We then progressed on doing the same over fences, and it was interesting how much more difficult it can be after incorporating a jump. Through this I learnt I had to prepare my upper body faster in order to make adjustments quicker.
After we started riding through the grid, which progressively got bigger. After we had all acheived this we were all challenged to jumping through the grid whilst aiming to slowly release our reins, until we got to the final fence and then we were to let go. Surprisingly this went smoother than I expected but I must admit to scrambling my knitting aka reins quickly after the fence! But the exercise did show how a horse can stretch so much more through the neck when given the opportunity.
We then finished the session with jumping lines of dog's legs and jumping fences on angles, which resembled lines you'd most likely find on a Cross country course.
Over all it was a great day, shared by a lovely group and we came away with some great exercises. I'd definitely return to another British Eventing organised training event!
I'd like to thank S.Y.M.M building and architecture for funding this training opportunity. If you are searching for a premium building company look no further and contact them today http://www.symm.co.uk/about-us
I'd like to thank S.Y.M.M building and architecture for funding this training opportunity. If you are searching for a premium building company look no further and contact them today http://www.symm.co.uk/about-us
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