September

Newsletter

 

I took most of July off, and yes was a slacker, not even getting a Newsletter done!  Then August flew by, lots of work for me, school starting for Emmett, etc.  Still didn't get a Newsletter done. LOL So here it is September, and while I have a bit of a break, finally getting a Newsletter out.  If you are a new subscriber, I have added a page on my website where you can view past newsletters.

Stacia & Copper Day 1

 

The pictures aren't very clear but you can still see the difference. Sometimes the lighting in covered arenas makes for fuzzy phone pics. Copper is fairly new to Stacia.  Former hunter, headed for a dressage career.  He didn't have a concept of contact or true forward energy. He has what we call Push Back.  The rider says go, he in turn goes hollow, and maybe even slows down! Worth noting how he has adversely affected Stacia, putting her behind the movement and looking a bit out of balance.

Stacia & Copper Day 3

 

Here Copper is reaching into the reins. Stacia has learned Low Down Bear Down, and is using that to help keep his head and neck pushed away.  This is a lower down, more powerful way of bearing down, and by aiming it just in front of the withers, you can create more reach into the reins from the horse.  Notice how well balanced Stacia looks here. And look at Copper's energy level, nicely reaching with his hind end. His back is more up, which gives Stacia a better place to sit, which gets her more plugged in, which gets his back better......

 

 

Testimonial

Sandy is finishing up a lunge lesson with me, thus the big cavesson still on Scamp. We worked on several things, one big piece being her arms, hands, & back connection.

 

"The lunge lessons, first of all, were definitely what I needed. One of my biggest challenges has been holding my reins without locking my elbows or riding straight armed. I am short armed to begin with, but your tweaking my hands to hold the reins with fists closed and thumb as "teepee" on them with the explanation of how the muscles work on both the inside and outside of my wrist over the front of me and around the back was a break through for me. When I rode as you instructed, I was able to keep a nice contact with bent elbows to bit without tipping and use my core better. When I got home and used my new skills with my mare, she responded well to my following, yet steady contact. I am still a work on progress, but this last piece helped tremendously." Thank you!

~ Sandy

 
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Upcoming Schedule

 

My Fall calendar is fairly full.  Some new venues added in, returning to my regulars as well.  I am still looking for a venue to host me in Central Florida for a winter clinic.

I just realized that the form on my website for people interested in hosting a clinic with me didn't do anything but sign them up for my newsletter!  My apologies if you filled out that form and then thought I wasn't interested!  Please contact me directly via email or phone if you are interested in hosting a clinic with me.

 

Calendar

September 7-9 Auburn AL

September 10 Hiram GA

September 25-28 Lafayette GA

Sept 29- Oct 1 Fairhope AL

October 19-21 Wausau WI

October 26-28 Havana FL

November 2-4 Fayetteville GA

November 10 Ride a Test

               WDAFL Wiersdale FL

November 16-18 Auburn AL

Nov 30- Dec 2 Huntersville NC

December 7-9 Milton FL

December 12-15 Lafayette GA

December 16 Hiram GA

January 18-20 Havana FL

January 25-27 Graceville FL

 
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Write a short Testimonial and receive $10 off Video Consult

 

    I'm always happy to get testimonials about how my teaching has helped your riding.  I feel that testimonials encourage others to try something "different" so to speak.  Because, let's face it, riding RWYM style is DIFFERENT!!!

    You can write a few sentences or a few paragraphs.  Wonderful to speak specifically about what made the difference for you and/or your horse.  You can ask that your first name only be used, or name not be used at all.  You can also send pictures to me to use for a before and after contrast.  People love to see the improvements!

   Remember, the Video Consults are only $35.  Send me a short clip, then we'll talk by phone while we watch it together online.  Keeps you moving in the right direction!

 
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