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Also weekend course with Paul Fielder national course

April 16th & 17th 2011

Based at school farm, our courses are open to all levels, places are still currently available.
Due to the changing times and limited time constraints put on riders & training clinics I have come up with a new formula which I hope will be off interest to you all.
Today there is very little time for the rider to learn about the theory of riding in a lesson and many times in a clinic the rider & trainer are unable to put aside their competitive instincts.
For the greater good of education on the theory side time must be spent on explanation and discussion.
Riders must have a least a minimum knowledge of horsemanship and theory not just the competitive commitment.
To be a serious contender in any sport today you have to well versed in all aspects of the sport.
With the new formula I hope to be able to address some of these points and will be of interest to you all and of great value. 
The course is open to all riders and non riders alike, it will involve working in groups & sometimes with 2 trainers.

 
How the days will run, approximate time table.
8.30am Welcome Meeting Course introduction, any questions? 
All riders will be responsible for there own horse, we can not offer any livery service.
We will provide stable & bedding on a DIY basis only.
A list of local B&B or Hotel.
Yard duties must be finished by 8.30am each day as we need to start the first riding by 9 am each day.


First Day
8.30am Welcome Meeting, Course introduction, Any questions?

To make the most out of the course it is important that all riders or non riders take part in the discussion when watching others rider or the training sessions of Paul & Tessa's horses.
On the entry form you will have given us as much information about your self and your horse as possible.
The first session we will put the riders into groups of a similar level and make assessment.
 
Subjects to be covered in this course. 
Working through rider position faults / test work.
Riding school code and basic way of going & movements up to elementary level.
Linking the movements together and understanding why the movements are so important to the training of the horse.
Understanding the basic aids, their use and application. 
(With the young or green horse in mind)

The training scales and the way of going.
If Time available we would like to cover the work listed below.
Demonstration Lunge work and the fitting of tack
Practical lunge work.
Understanding the correct management of the horse and problems.
Common problems; all will be encouraged to air their views on any training problems. 


Second Day
Training in groups
Watch training with Paul & Tessa
Cross training (using pole work to help balance and performance) 
Working lunch and discussion, this will be provided a relaxed atmosphere to talk about the training.
In the afternoon groups will ride again and there will a theory session.
The course is designed to work up the levels in both the riding and theory.
 

Third Day (optional)
Training more towards test riding plus video. (Individual work)
Working lunch:
Talking through problems and giving guidance for future training.
Course to finish by 4pm.

Payment in advance Non refundable. Cheque payable to P A Fielder
COST: (in pounds sterling)
Stabling is at DIY basis bedding is provided per day
2 day training course cost £200, includes lunch and DIY stabling and bedding 
Extra day (optional) is £75
Non rider £25 per day