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1st Lesson of 2012

admin — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 10:32:41 +0000

Learning to Ride – First Lesson of 2012 at Thompsons Horse Centre (Lesson #24 overall), after 3 weeks off over Xmas/NY – feels good to get back into it!
And yeah, there are some moments when I completely suck but its been a while.
Lots of diagonals and figure-eights. I actually did my first walk-canter transition but didnt get it on video.. maybe next time

Me (wearing pink) riding Yooey
Mum (wearing white) riding Viking

Made with Sony Vegas Movie Studio HD 11.0
Dont own music tracks.

Duration : 0:7:15

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What Age Can a Child Begin Horseback Riding Lessons?

admin — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 12:22:18 +0000

Age four is a good age for a child to begin horseback riding or be around horses, while age eight is ideal to begin a more serious approach. Learn more about what age is best for children to start horseback riding with advice from a Certified Horsemanship Association instructor in this video on beginning horseback riding.

Duration : 0:1:25

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Learning to Ride -16th Lesson: Jumping

admin — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 12:45:38 +0000

Learning to ride at Thompsons Horse Centre
Lesson #16 – This is only my 2nd time jumping – everyone has to learn somehow so I dont get why people are disliking this video :S No one is a pro from the start and thats why I upload these videos. If you dislike the vid, then at least comment saying why!
Horse – Max

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Duration : 0:7:11

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Learning To Ride – 6th Lesson

admin — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 06:20:48 +0000

Excuse the very poor video skills this time around
6th Lesson Learning to Ride
Riding the bay – Viking
Next lesson should include trotting poles and/or cantering

Duration : 0:1:31

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How To: Ride a Horse

admin — Sun, 06 Nov 2011 07:13:33 +0000

Learn the basics of horse riding from Eric Guggisberg, the owner of the Guggisberg Swiss Inn in Amish Country, Ohio. He has been riding horses for decades and has a riding stable that is open to the public directly behind the inn. It is one of the best experiences in the world and your adventure begins here! Check out his expert tips for horse riding in this exclusive travel video.

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Duration : 0:3:33

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Learning to Ride – 15th Lesson: First Time Jumping

admin — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 13:57:03 +0000

Learning to ride at Thompsons Horse Centre- 15th Lesson. My first time jumping
Warming up, and practicing two-point position. Then some trotting poles, and a small jump at trot and canter
Horse – Cookie

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Duration : 0:7:18

How to Ride a Horse

admin — Sun, 16 Oct 2011 13:41:41 +0000

I made this video for a school project…it is how to ride a horse with some humor in it…check it out!

Duration : 0:5:11

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Learning to Ride – 4th Lesson

admin — Fri, 23 Sep 2011 03:14:14 +0000

Learning to ride as adult beginner – 4th lesson
Rising trot
Horse – Max
Thompsons Riding Centre, Upper Hutt – Wellington
Still having a bit of trouble with my feet slipping out of the stirrups :S

Duration : 0:6:33

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Learning to Ride – 3rd Lesson

admin — Fri, 23 Sep 2011 03:14:12 +0000

My 3rd riding lesson at Thompsons Horse Centre, just started learning to ride as an adult/complete beginner.
Horse: Cookie
Walking off the lunge. First time doing rising trot off the lunge, and also without hanging onto the saddle.
Song:LadyGaga-HighwayUnicorn

No copyright intended

Duration : 0:3:5

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Learning to Ride – 7th Lesson: Trotting Poles + Canter

admin — Sat, 17 Sep 2011 06:22:16 +0000

Learning to ride as an adult beginner, Lesson #7 at Thompsons Horse Centre
Trotting Poles and my first time cantering
Horse – Cookie
Watch in HD

Duration : 0:5:57

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