WHAT WE DID TODAY
Today we again split the riding between June & Jenna. June concentrated on upwards & downwards transitions between walk to Halt & halt to walk, shortening the rein, balance & position. Poppy was the most improved rider in her group. Ground exercises were given to them when they dismounted.
If the rider is in the correct position on a horse, they should be able to be taken off the horse (in position) & stand on the ground holding a tray with a glass of water on it.
During Jenna’s riding lessons she did a session of follow the leader, where everyone has to do the same as the person in front of them, Honey was the most inventive with the things she did as she rode, touching Jump stand with either hand as she rode through them which meant changing hands on the reins and keeping control of the pony, she also came up with some other different moves and exercises.
Jenna then changed the exercise and concentrated on position in trot and shortening the reins while trotting as well as accuracy around the track. The members also rode around the riding track and hopefully had a lot of fun.
While June was in the sand with the 1st group of riders Jenna was in the yard with all the others covering grooming, mucking out, tacking up & general horse knowledge
June covered grooming, mucking out tack cleaning & general horse knowledge & safety when working with horses. Eryn & Jemima are the most confident when working with the horses closely followed by Millie J.
They all enjoyed tack cleaning and we had a big discussion on the reasons for cleaning our ponies tack. We need to keep it clean so that the leather doesn’t – dry out – crack – cause discomfort to our horse – suddenly break – check our stitching – keep it supple are all the answers given by the members, when I asked why we need to clean our tack (They are all correct answers) How often was a bit hit & miss however, with once a month – once a week given! They were then asked if they thought they should at least wipe it down every time it was used – after a bit of thought the correct answer was reached of wipe it down every time it was used & clean it properly once a week.
THIS WEEKS BIRTHDAY
Millie J will be 8 years old on the 4th September! May we wish you a very happy birthday from all of us here at Pine Ridge Pony Club Centre.
AND FINALLY FOR THIS WEEK
June has a small selection of good quality second hand riding equipment for sale. She also buys items in good condition from you if your child has grown out of them. See june if you are interested in purchasing anything!
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SOLD - Riding hat
SOLD - Black Jodhpur Boots size 2
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