Demonstrations / Workshops

Unmounted Workshops

at Little Copse Farm, Lower Woodrow, Forest Road, Melksham, Wilts SN12 7RB

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Muscles and Movement

26th July, 2008

Understanding the physiology of your horse, and how horse and rider work together. You may wish to bring a note book.

This workshop covers;

• The horse’s physique –the skeleton and muscles
• The rider’s physique
• Right and wrong muscle development
• How to get your horse to move correctly on the lunge
• Demonstration of the horse under saddle

Lungeing and in-hand work

9th August, 2008

Lungeing and in-hand work should be a part of every horse’s training. It can develop suppleness and obedience in preparation for ridden work.

This workshop covers;

• How to get started with lungeing
• How to know if your horse is working properly
• Training aids- what they are for and how to use them correctly
• Double-lungeing and long-reining explained
• Lungeing over poles

Schooling with Ground Poles

30th August, 2008

Schooling over poles can help every horse’s training whether you like dressage, jumping, or cross country.

This workshop covers;

• Laying out poles for different exercises
• Demonstration of schooling over poles including;
• Transition work
• Improving the gaits
• How to ride accurately

Do feel free to ask questions during the workshops

The workshop runs from 2pm-5pm cost £20 per person

Phone 01380 812483, or email info@clairelilley.com to book a place. Bookings in advance please. Limited places available.