First Sussex Academy Camp

Tuesday 10 June 2014

First Sussex Academy Camp

The first Sussex Academy Camp was held last week at Bedgebury Park Equestrian Centre.

 

We had 24 riders with ages ranging from 9 to 17yrs old, on 12'2 ponies to 16'2 horses, some riders were fairly new to BS competitions and some were quite experienced - this was a Camp open to all and as the word spread, we had enquires from non BS members, who then joined to attend camp!

 

The training was structured around the riders developing their unmounted skills at course walking, correct strides and distances and jump off tactics - focus on improved riding rather than speed! Other aspects covered were rider balance and partnership with their pony/horse, which was demonstrated by a physiotherapist and Biomechanics specialist.

 

In addition to this, we managed to squeeze in 4 or 5 mounted training sessions over the two days with our Sussex Lead Coach, Judi Piper-Dadswell, also, Maria Green and a flatwork session with Anna Hanson.

 

Brian Lear kindly attended on the second day and instructed the riders on course building and set a course for a Mini Competition. Brian, with the support of our Area Representative, Sara Pheasant, then judged the ridden competition based on Style and Performance and together with points gained for 'challenges' the winning Team was awarded Rosettes and goodies!

 

Feedback from the campers has been excellent and requests for an Autumn camp have flooded in. Enquires from other members, for training sessions have also filtered thru based on the positive experiences!

 

 
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