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Lecture Series
& Rider Testing

2012 Clinic & Lecture Series

For everyone who is interested in learning more about the C.E.F. Rider Level Exam Preparation or Personal Interest. Hosted by Margaret Godson, NCCP Level 3E Coach.

Lectures | Clinics

Lecture Series

January 7, 2012 - Lecture #1

Time:	Levels:	Topic:
1:00pm	1-3	Anatomy of a horse; basic parts, age, colour, markings
2:00pm	4-6	Evolution of Equus, Anatomy, basic selection, tendons, ligaments, foot care and shoeing
3:00pm	7+	Anatomy: legs & soundness. Corrective shoeing and use of studs.

January 21, 2012 - Lecture #2

Time:	Levels:	Topic:
1:00pm	1-3	Cleaning and grooming, hoof care, safety around horses, body language, braiding and trimming
2:00pm	4-6	Conformation and balance, soundness and common lameness's
3:00pm	7+	Body clipping: how to use clippers, main pulling, show trimming. Blanket and winter care.

February 4, 2012 - Lecture #3

Time:	Levels:	Topic:
1:00pm	1-3	Feeding, bedding, leading, correct safety knots. Make your horse's own feeding chart.
2:00pm	4-6	Digestive system, signs of colic. Turn out, paster management.
3:00pm	7+	In-depth feeding and how to make a conditioning schedule for horse and rider.

February 18, 2012 - Lecture #4

Time:	Levels:	Topic:
1:00pm	1-3	Tack: parts, fitting, adjustment & care.
2:00pm	4-6	Tack: different types of bits, purpose and actions, martingales, breastplates. Fitting of boots and polos, blanketing.
3:00pm	7+	See Lunging clinic

March 3, 2012 - Lecture #5

Time:	Levels:	Topic:
1:00pm	1-3	Analysis of Horse Gaits, rider's position, and use of aids on the flat, and jumping position.
2:00pm	4-6	Equitation principles: rider's position faults and corrections, understanding dressage terms, use of correct aids, jumping exercises and position.
3:00pm	7+	Advanced riding theory: advanced dressage movement with mounted demonstrations. Jumpin, course design. Gymnastic distances and progression.

March 17, 2012 - Lecture #6

Time:	Levels:	Topic:
1:00pm	1-3	Correct turnout procedures for horse and rider. Planning your warm-up and cool down.
2:00pm	4-6	Lunge clinic: $25 for 1/2 hour lungeing session.
		SEASONAL PLANNING MEETING
3:00pm	7+	For all people interested in competing this year.

April 22, 2012 - Rider Level Testing at Myrddin

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Clinics

January 8, 2012 - Clinic

With Jana Roschel - Therapy for Horse and Rider

Alternative medicine, herbal products, equine massage demonstration.
Stretches for horse and rider.
Acupuncture demonstration.

January 22, 2012 - Clinic

With Garry Rogue - Gymnatics & Jumping

Private: $100.00
Semi-Private: $75.00
Group: $50.00
Time slots available.

February 5, 2012 - Clinic

With Margaret Godson - Rider Level Flat Preparation

10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Learn your flat pattern and work on areas needing improvement.
Private session: 45 minutes each.

February 19, 2012 - Clinic

With Gerry Rogue - Jumping: Courses & Turns

Private: $100.00
Semi-Private: $75.00
Group: $50.00
Time slots available.

February 26, 2012 - Clinic

Lungeing

How to correctly lunge horses and rider positions.
Practical hands-on clinic.
Lungeing evaluation sessions throughout the day.
Brign your own horse or use one of ours.

Recommended for Level 5+ riders - $30.00 per person

February 19, 2012 - Clinic

With Jull MacPherson: Yoga

10:00 am to 1:00 pm
Stretching and breathing for riders.
3-hour session of lectures and practice.
$45.00 per sessionn for the whole 3 hours.
**bring your yoga mats and wear stretchy clothing.

April 15, 2012 - Clinic

With Cathy Slaney: Dressage

Each rider will ride their test then be instructed on improvements. A great way to get the spring started.

45 minute session: $50.00

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