Jo won the Novice Riding Horse Class yesterday at the Royal Windsor Horse Show, on board Alan Lintott’s ‘Thriller’ - well done Jo!
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When it comes to dressage, there’s no doubt that schooling and turnout are the two most time consuming aspects of successful preparation and getting them right means patience and hard work.
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Three very successful dressage riders, who all feed Blue Chip, definitely know how to ‘get it right’ and provide an insight into managing schooling time and using effective turnout tricks.
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Jo Bates, producer of top show horses, successful dressage rider, trainer and judge, says, “When you’re schooling, it’s important to concentrate like you would in a competition. Take time to get your transitions right and work on free, forward movement, with the poll the highest point. Horses should also be quick off the leg and you should be accurate, as correct circle diameters are essential for success.” MORE INFO…
Joining us last year we have a unique duo of mother and daughter – Jo and Holly Bates. Jo is well known and respected in the Showing world and delivers fine results year-on-year while Holly is making her way into the world of Dressage. MORE INFO…
