Petros – Further study achievement.

January 16, 2016

I’m delighted to have been awarded my PG Cert (Hum) (Open) having studied in the past year with The Open University the postgraduate foundation in Philosophy module which has build on my undergraduate studies developing critical thinking and in particular issues around personhood. I have found these studies exceptionally useful in expanding my coaching skills. A […]

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“Coaching Cross Country Through The Levels” -Nick Gauntlett FBHS

January 14, 2016

18th February, Hartpury College.   This will be a great day for all coaches and keen xc riders of all levels. Nick Gauntlett FBHS, International 4* Event Rider, Pony Club Eventing Coach and Pony Club A Test holder. http://www.pcuk.org/index.php/training/coaching/annual_coaching_conference/

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Young horse Show jump schooling

December 22, 2015

Another great session with these two lovely young horses developing their confidence in show jumping various stride patterns through grids and individual fences. Jenna and Leanne must be vary proud of their horses’ progress.  

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Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year

December 18, 2015

We wish all our clients and friends a truly wonderful festive season.

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Show jumping – grid work

December 7, 2015

Always a great way to work on balance and athleticism for both horse and rider. With slow motion video analysis we can also then discuss the horse’s performance and the rider position and effectiveness. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RxIKqDUuhVo

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Imaginative jumping exercises

December 6, 2015

  This was the warm up exercise leading up to jumping ‘arrow heads’ angled fences, corners and all manner of related distances and lines. Great fun was had by all at Little Munden Equestrian !

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Video analysis, a new tool in equestrian coaching

December 2, 2015

http://youtu.be/JREjpx_CPYY We can now use this tool to analyse performance and discuss with the rider how to best adjust elements of their work so that we can enhance the results of their efforts.    

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XC practice day at Milton Keynes E.C. with Petros – 1st November 2015

October 14, 2015

Ground permitting we are planning to be at MK for some practice cross country riding on Sunday 1st November. We’ll aim to arrange groups of 3-4, of similar standard so we can make the most of the course. Cost £45 per rider. You can book directly through:  petros@theequestrian.co.uk

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Dressage- at the heart of great horsemanship

October 7, 2015

“The truly best Grand Prix horses are the most sensitive ones and have amazing forward inclination. To channel that energy needs a secure, sensitive and expert rider to make this horse feel controlled but still allowing its athletic expression.”  (dressage today.com) Wise words, furthermore I would argue that all horses are sensitive, after all they can […]

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NSEA Show jumping- St. George’s school teams.

September 20, 2015

Well done to all the teams and individuals who represented St. George’s school at today’s NSEA show jumping competition.  Great horsemanship and super team spirit. Many thanks to all who made the day possible and such fun!  

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