Au revoir Harry!

2 November 2024
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Having ridden with us for over 8 years, it was very sad when work commitments meant Harry could no longer make our sessions. However, we’re delighted, & very proud, that he’s continuing his riding journey with local venue, Cotswold Equestrian Academy.   Here’s a photo of Harry riding his new horse Dakota, a 15.3hh Welsh […]

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Good job Taylor!

17 October 2024
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Congratulations Taylor, who was awarded an Endeavour Award for correctly holding the reins.  Keep up the good progress Taylor. 

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Busy days!

20 September 2024
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It’s been a busy couple of weeks.  We’ve recognised our rider’s achievements & various riders have progressed to riding other ponies.  Getting to know & adapting to a different pony, is an important part of developing riding skills. We’ve also made the most of the Indian summer, riding around the fields, woods & tracks.   […]

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Pony Days full of fun, friendship and learning

2 September 2024
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Our last Pony Days of the summer were packed full of fun, friendship & learning. Riders enjoyed extended hacks around the farm tracks, learning how to care for their ponies, including tack cleaning, plaiting, leading & feeding, as well as taking part in a treasure hunt through the woods & art activities. In total 19 participants […]

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Great work Valentina

23 August 2024
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Congratulations to Valentina on achieving Grade 1 and Grade 2 Pony Care during her 4 week Introduction to Pony Care program.  Valentina built a lovely relationship with  Marco, and he enjoyed all her care and attention.  Valentina also earned Endeavour awards for helping to tack and untack Marco and for leading Marco around obstacles.   

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Coach Hannah leaves for NZ

22 August 2024
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We recently said “Bon voyage” to coach Hannah, who is excited to be going travelling.  We’ll miss her enthusiasm, energy & constant smile…. and wonderful plaiting skills! Have a great time Hannah, and don’t forget to keep us posted! 

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Good work Ricardo!

10 August 2024
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Ricardo has been working really hard in recent weeks and achieving breakthrough progress! Today we celebrated his rein handling skills.  Keep up the good work Ricardo. 

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Well done Isaac

10 August 2024
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In recent weeks Isaac has been working hard, building a happy, positive partnership with Alfie. Getting to know & adapting to a different pony is an important part of developing riding skills. Well done Isaac.

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Pony Days are ‘happy days’

6 August 2024
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Our first two Pony Days were shined on by a very hot sun. Our riders were kept busy grooming and tacking-up their mounts ready to ride around the fields with lots of other horse care activities enjoyed. Riders learnt how to put on tail bandages, boots and rugs. Tack was cleaned and parts named. Stables […]

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Well done Harry!

21 July 2024
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Well done Harry on achieving the highest score, 86% in the senior Town & Country Challenge class, at the Warwickshire County Funday & winning the Rosemary Stretch Trophy.  A lovely award, presented in memory of a special lady, who for many years encouraged & supported RDA Groups throughout our County. 

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