I had this problem when I took my Stage 3 years ago. I got a very unhappy horse for my jumping....couldn't get it to go and it really didn't want to jump. I got half way round the course and the horse just stopped. I said to the examiners that I was not happy with the horse but they said to...
In Holland you can buy a very nice 3 year old for between 8-10,000 euro if you know breeders. The dealers here are more expensive just like it would be in the UK. Just remember that if you look at imported horses in the UK you will be paying a lot more than what they where bought for in...
I live and work in The Netherlands so if you would like me to put you in contact with someone that can source horses for your budget let me know. The person I know is very good and has a vast amount of contacts.
Hi eva,
when I was in Germany the farriers were really good, maybe he was shod this way because the yard/owner likes this type of shoe as they give more support for the hindleg. I would just go with what you want done unless there is a physical reason the horse needs these shoes. If the horse...
I was 4 months pregnant when I had to stop riding. The horses I was riding were too sharp and I was a bit worried about riding them. My pregnancy was also not really planned but I have 3 weeks left and I know soon I can start to ride again....even though my horse will be a complete nutter for...
Easton college is very expensive I don't think people will want to pay £60 for a lesson then £80 for school hire. Getting in contact with Katherine is a good idea imr, she might have some good ideas.
Yes I was thinking Earlsway but I know Debbie already has a trainer coming there. I will ask her about hiring the place and see what she says. I need to fill 24 spaces over 2 days and I would take up 4 so there would be 20 spaces. I noticed Topthorne but they are very busy. I also need to...
Hi everyone, I am moving back to the UK from The Netherlands next year some time and would really like to organise some 2 day clinics with my current trainer Ron Smeets. He is based in The Netherlands but teaches in America, Germany, Sweden and Norway. I will be moving back to Norfolk but I...
Hi kc100,
I don't think you always have to have lessons with a big name to get good training there are a lot of very good trainers out there that can train a young dressage horse and are cheaper. When I first started out I have a lesson a week with a very good dressage trainer (though not...