Just something that I wanted to share. Inspired by a conversation with a friend where we realised that we had experienced some great coaches before but also some that had good intentions but lacked the ability to understand the riders current state, couldn’t aim towards goals and ended up being critical rather than helpful. ItContinue reading “Constructive Feedback Vs Criticism”
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BHS Silver Challenge Awards – the simple path to Stage 1, 2 and Ride Safe
I often get asked about BHS exams and awards as my other half is a BHSI and BHS Assessor. One of the topics that comes up a lot is around the silver challenge and the ride safe award so we have put together this simple guide. The BHS (British Horse Society) offer a series ofContinue reading “BHS Silver Challenge Awards – the simple path to Stage 1, 2 and Ride Safe”
Dressage – “Don’t Fear to Volunteer”
When we sign up to join Leinster Dressage (or any region of Dressage Ireland), one of the criteria is that wee volunteer to help at regional or national shows. For those of us who volunteer regularly or who have organised and run shows, this is second nature to us and the roles are familiar butContinue reading “Dressage – “Don’t Fear to Volunteer””
#letthemride This Is Why It Matters
You might be wondering why many of us Irish horsey folk have been sharing the #letthemride hashtag, posts and articles. So, I just thought it might be worth explaining why this is. A few years ago a group of four female riders qualified for the Tokyo Olympics. Due to circumstances this original team cannot go.Continue reading “#letthemride This Is Why It Matters”
No one ever won a medal for not taking part….
Do you remember, back we were younger, before reality bit, when dreams still seemed possible? That is one of the joys of being a child – the ability to dream without restraint and without limitations. For many of us, as we get older we realise that we may not have the ability to achieve thoseContinue reading “No one ever won a medal for not taking part….”
My Lovely Horse Rescue – facing the real and lesser known horse welfare crisis in Ireland
This week has seen a lot of debate on social media around Horse welfare in Ireland. I do not wish to publicly comment on the example in question as I do not believe in trial by social media. However, what has struck me is the fact that so many people seem oblivious to the factContinue reading “My Lovely Horse Rescue – facing the real and lesser known horse welfare crisis in Ireland”
Product Review – Mountain Horse Alicia Coat
I buy a lot so when I say something is my new favourite thing, bear in mind its competed with a fair amount of things to get there. After Christmas a friend and I had gone shopping and we had planned or ages to save up and head to TRI equestrian between Christmas and newContinue reading “Product Review – Mountain Horse Alicia Coat”
Horse adverts – phrases and terms
“Not at all mareish” If you’re having mare problems I feel bad for ya son This horse has 99 problems But being a b*tch ain’t one “Has hunted” Just because it has, doesn’t mean you should “Good and quiet to hack” Has failed at every other challenge and discipline bar ambling slowly up the roadContinue reading “Horse adverts – phrases and terms”
The Whole Tooth
Of all the things that happened in 2020 if you would have told me that a tooth would be the biggest impact on my life I would have called you a liar. Unfortunately it was true. If you know me, you will know I am not a dentist fan. It’s a perfectly rational fear –Continue reading “The Whole Tooth”
Product Review – The VIP Pad
The VIP Pad was one of those products I had heard a lot of good reviews about but was still cautious about purchasing simply due to the price tag. At £130 the Very Important Pad isn’t cheap so it was an investment. The appeal of the pad for me is very simple – while theContinue reading “Product Review – The VIP Pad”
Equestrian Reality 