Johnny is next in the UK;
28th April - 5th May
If you are interested in booking a lesson -
contact Johnny on
0033(0)616626584
More details can be found on;
Jackie's tips
For the beginner/novice rider;
*Mount the horse thoughtfully - land gently! Learn how to adjust stirrups/check girth while mounted.
*Regularly slip feet out of stirrups & find them again - without looking down. All riders lose a stirrup from time to time - getting it back quickly helps your confidence & your balance!
*When establishing your rising trot follow a more experienced rider & copy the rythm, use a neck strap for balance - not the horse's mouth! - & try not to rise too high out of the saddle.
For the intermediate rider;
*Learn to feel which diagonal you are on - you don't need to lean over & look!
*For the trot/canter transition - which can be tricky - have an energetic trot, ask on a corner, don't do sitting trot for more than 3 steps (balance problems!) give a clear outside leg aid. Hold onto a neckstrap with your inside hand for the strike off to avoid catching the horse's mouth & stopping him as he tries to canter.
*When you start jumping, practise changing from 2 point (forward) seat to full seat without moving your lower leg! Keep your heels down & avoid rotating onto your toes - which gets you in front of the movement.
For the experienced rider;
*Always allow time to loosen up - both you & your horse. Always stretch & go forward before collecting & shortening.
*Open & close the stride in all paces, use your legs, seat & upper body before your hands, keep it smooth & fluid, & keep in balance with your horse - allow him to work!
* Check & correct your position constantly, think ahead & try to look ahead.
*Successful showjumping is about how you get from fence to fence - don't neglect your flatwork!
Thank you so much for making us feel so welcome. I have thoroughly enjoyed every part of the French experience - the riding, the wonderful hospitality & setting, the food, the wine & of course the fantastic weather!
I have so enjoyed riding the amazingly talented Wizard & Jinks, I can't believe how much my riding has improved. Thank you Jackie for your expert tuition, enthusiasm & patience - a wonderful& relaxing holiday.
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An amazing week - thank you Jackie & Foster for showing me what I can achieve when I concentrate!
Gemma & Julie. London UK.
Thank you all for a wonderful, wonderful week - the horses really looked after me! I really love this place & completely rechrged my batteries. Thank you all for being so patient & generous with your time.
Jo . London UK
Well done Becky!
Last year our student Becky
Davis was working hard towards her BHSAI & successfully passed her Stage 1, Stage 2 & Riding & Road Safety exams, &
is now preparing for the PTT
& Stage 3.
Becky has recently opened a livery
& schooling yard in Essex &
we wish her all the best in her new venture.
Thank you so much for a fabulous week.......it has been refreshing & a huge inspiration.
It's also been a joy to watch Johnny in action...
the Harris Horses are the best!
Joanna - London UK.
*****
Your warm welcome, smiles & endless enthusiasm have made my stay truly enjoyable. Thank you, Jackie, for your patience & amazing way with horses & humans - look forward to visiting you all again very soon.
Amanda - London UK.
*****
Thank you for a fantastic week - I feel I have made more progress in 6 days than I have in 6 years!
Matt- Epsom, Surrey
*****
Another tranquil & peaceful stay.
A lovely short break .....
riding's improving too!
Sarah & Steve - Hampshire
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A wonderful, relaxing holiday -
the perfect combination of riding, lounging by the pool & good food! Exactly the right thing for an
adult beginner - like me!
Nicola - Hastings.
