Equine Masterclass a success for HRC.
The Hawkesbury Riding Club has again partnered with the Hawkesbury City Council to stage its second Equine Masterclass at their Clarendon grounds on Sunday 30th October.
Chief organiser Greg Alladice, organised a wonderful line up of local professionals to present a range of interesting topics to educate and inform horse enthusiasts of a variety of ages and experiences.
The presenters included :
· Jon Ingersole Horse Dentist- How to check your horse’s teeth.
· Mark Rodney Horse Trainer- How to build trust with your horse.
· Elizabeth Mc Master NCAS Level 2 Coach- How to ride a dressage test.
· Emily Streckfuss BVsc -How to give first aid to your horse.
· Anthony Hatch -How to be safe around horses – emergency rescue services.
· George Johnson Professional Showjumper & Level 1 NCAS Coach-How to jump a clear round -
The day’s proceedings were opened by Ray Williams MP, the Member for Hawkesbury, and Councillor Kim Ford the Mayor of the Hawkesbury City Council.
Ray Williams, who has had a lifelong involvement himself with horses, reminded attendees of the importance of safety around horses and congratulated the Hawkesbury Riding Club on the Masterclass initiative to educate people about safe practices with horses in both their handling and riding.
Hawkesbury Riding Club President Wendy Pike said, “We are proud that our club has been offering training and education for horse enthusiasts for over thirty years. This Masterclass initiative epitomises the sort of things HRC offers to local horse enthusiasts and we are very grateful for the support of the Hawkesbury City Council and the efforts of Greg Alladice in organising this event.”
The club meets on the second and fourth Sundays of each month, at the club grounds – Gate 5, Hawkesbury Showground, Clarendon. Three sessions are usually held between 9.30am – 1.00pm. Sessions are run in nine different groups and riders may experience dressage, jumping cross country and other disciplines. Lectures, seminars and schools are also arranged along with social activities.
The HRC competition calendar includes a number of open dressage days, show jumping days and a breed and hack show. To find out more about Hawkesbury Riding Club go to www.hawkesburyridingclub.com.au
Photographs & story by Christine Johnson ph. 0412 405079 www.teqamj.com.au
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