all by ourselves |
So Sunday, Courage and I had our first ever lesson with a new (to us) trainer. I'm hoping to join in on a consistent and appropriate group lesson, but G (trainer) asked if we'd be interested in doing some private lessons first to get acquainted to which I said OH HELL YES I WOULD. (Dear Bank Account: I'm sorry. Please don't hate me.)
cuz planning ahead is totes lame |
Oh and it was Easter Sunday and I hatched this crazy plan like Saturday morning, and thus was completely unable to procure a photographer. Oops.
Anywho. Courage semi-settled in the new to him indoors (with mirrors! everywhere!) and G immediately had us leg-yielding in and out of a circle in the walk and trot to get Courage moving his feet and loosening his back while focusing on me.
mirrors! windows! also the poles for the day |
We didn't even jump as such--we walked, trotted, and cantered through poles on the ground with G making me be much more conscious of my weight/body placement. Some of the things ran counter to what I've been taught before, but that's kind of the point. What I'm doing on my own isn't working and I need new ideas. I'm giving them the ol' fashioned try. (Noted: nothing revolutionary or weird, just a different way of riding.)
proof of nose |
Answer: quite well.
z poooooor leetle horsie gots all sweaty |
And that's what matters to me right now. Next lesson with G is in two weeks. Lots of homework before then!
I think I love your new jumper trainer. :)
ReplyDeleteAlways great to get a new perspective on existing issues!
ReplyDeleteSounds like a really great lesson! I can't wait for the next one :)
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear things went well! Excited for upcoming lesson recaps :)
ReplyDeleteWoo hoo! That's so awesome! I always love it when the trainer offers to get on to see what you're dealing with.
ReplyDeleteI'm with you; a trainer who has experience with, likes, and is good with TBs is always at the top of my training shopping list. Isn't it fun to see a trainer calmly get and deal with the same shenanigans your horse throws at you?
ReplyDeleteSomeone who can help you through those antics and has TB experience is a huge plus!
ReplyDeleteI'm going next time damnit. You'll see!
ReplyDeleteYay! Sounds like a good instructor for you two.
ReplyDeleteAwesome you found someone who loves the Tbs!
ReplyDeleteNice!! Sounds like an excellent match for you guys.
ReplyDeleteSo exciting! Glad you found a trainer that gets you both
ReplyDeleteSounds awesome! Yay for progress :)!!
ReplyDeleteI really enjoy reading about your continuing quest for education and progress. I think it is totally awesome. Rock on with your bad self!!!
ReplyDeleteI'm not one for planning ahead, so I totally get this. It's why most of the pictures of me on horseback are taken by my 6 year old. Glad to hear you've got a plan and a trainer, though! Everybody needs those two things! (I'd probably be a lot farther along in everything if I had a plan)
ReplyDeleteSounds awesome, new ideas and someone who understands TB brain & what you want to achieve is a major plus.
ReplyDeleteCan't wait for your next lesson recap ☺
AND how much I believe in his methods and techniques over fences. Vastly more than others'. ;)
ReplyDeleteThat's awesome! New, good trainers are the best!
ReplyDeletelessons that make sense are the best :) good luck!
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun, silly pic with the tongue sticking out! And good luck with your horsey homework. So much better than actual homework. :)
ReplyDeleteIt's always awesome to get a fresh perspective from a new trainer!
ReplyDeleteGreat lesson!! I LOVE homework - makes me feel empowered, and a lesson in 2 weeks is perfect motivation to make rides really count. Having a trainer who loves and is experienced with OTTBs is so important, I think.
ReplyDeleteFantastic! Glad it was a great lesson and you found someone you click with!
ReplyDeleteI always think it's funny when trainers ask, "do you mind of I ride your horse for a minute ...?" And ammies be like, PLEASE YES NOW OMG.
ReplyDeleteI'm curious to see what his methods are
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