September 20th we went to Rolelu Farms in scenic Avon, NY for our first Dressage & Stadium Jump Show. Several of the girls that Justine rides with from Stable 54 and their trainer, Jen were also there. Dressage is different from what Justine has been doing so far in that it is about balance, grace, finese and control. You are not showing in a ring with many other horses, but by yourself with a judge watching, and they see EVERYTING. While Justine doesn't seem to like dressage much, it provides an excellent foundation for anything. If can't be balanced and finely control your horse, well jumping is not going to be easy. First pic gives you an idea of the scenic vista (I don't mean microsoft), as the girls wait to enter the jumps. The grey pony with hot pink is Grace with rider Hannah. Grace rode in our trailer (The WinnieBago) with Winnie to Rolelu. Second pic should be entitled "The Trainer Has Spoken, don't ask, just DO IT".
If you'd like to see the ultimate in dressage, check this video out: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zKQgTiqhPbw
1 comment:
Great photos Darrin...and Justine, down below you and Winnie look great. You sure have made a lot of progress.
Lori
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