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19-21 January 2010 saw Sara McCarthy and Lord’s Cracker from Dubbo NSW head off to another wonderful Young Riders Dressage Clinic, this one held in the indoor arena at the Sydney International Equestrian Centre, in conjunction with the NSWIS clinic for adult riders. The shade of the indoor arena was appreciated by all riders and parents, especially those who drew the midday lessons. This clinic was part of the Scholarship prize won by Sara at the National Young Riders Championships last year.

Thirty five young riders from 10 to 21 years of age travelled from as far as Armidale, Dubbo, Cowra and Canberra to receive instruction from five fantastic instructors- Roger Fitzhardinge, Racheal Sanna, Brett Parbery, Anne Serrao and Claire Seidl. Sara and Lord’s Cracker were instructed by Roger for the three days and they were able to build on the basics being developed at home with Sara’s regular instructors.

Lunchtime sessions included a discussion with Roger Fitzhardinge on a wide range of topics from training to presentation to competition and a few side issues, and a most informative session with Leslie Maxwell Dowey relating to horse nutrition.

In addition to being able to watch three lessons at a time during the day in the indoor arena, each evening, riders were able watch the NSWIS clinic, where a number of the instructors and some of the older riders including regular Dubbo instructors Kate Taylor Wheat and Claire Seidl were receiving instruction from the NSW state dressage coach, Clemens Dierks. Each rider then gave a short summary of their training to the group of Young Riders and parents and answered questions.

One of the best aspects of these clinics is how all levels of training and experience and all types of horses are working together towards the same goal, and the riders develop wonderful friendships and a team spirit in a non-competitive environment.

The next Dressage NSW Young Riders Clinic is due to be held through the April School holidays. Keep an eye on the YR section of the DNSW website for details:

http://www.dressagensw.com.au/default.asp?Page=14366&MenuID=Dressage/14273/0

Source: Amanda Bray