The AEBC training system developed by Andrew and Manuela McLean is relevant for both horse and rider, across all levels; ranging from foundation training (breaking-in), right up to FEI level dressage. It applies to every equestrian discipline, from pony club to polo, racing and show jumping, and the principles apply to all situations, whether it's learning to lead in-hand, float (trailer-load) and shoe calmly, jump obstacles obediently, calmly and straight, turn effectively, come-up on command, or perform challenging tricks.
The emphasis in all aspects of training is on relaxation, attentiveness and self-carriage. The AEBC approach is unique in that it combines classical training with a strong emphasis on scientific understanding of animal psychology and horse behaviour.
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The club welcomes people willing to help out at a competition. We need help with setting up, packing up the arenas, pencilling, gear checking, collecting test papers and scoring. A spare hour on a competition day is very welcome. Please mark your entry form with your willingness to be a more active club member.
The next comp is our championship comp – two days – lots of help required.
Our competitions will abide by whatever the current restrictions/ protocols or requirements are in place for the conduct of events in the particular zones at that time. Stay tuned to the CCDA and DPI websites for updates on the situation.
Pony classes will be available at any official test in the next competition, our May Championships. Classes will only be held if entries permit and this will be at OC discretion.
At the AGM, 2nd July, the committee will consider the future of pony classes at CCDA – whether to widen the range classes, Champions Pony trophies or not. If you have an opinion on this matter and wish to have a say, please feel free to attend the AGM.
If you need a bridle number, contact , Dressage NSW with your owner & horse EFA numbers or phone her on 4576 7996. Actual number sets can be purchased from DNSW and most saddleries.
This award recognises and rewards people, which in the members' opinion, have made a significant contribution to the advancement of the sport of dressage over the past 12 months.
This is well deserved recognition for a true club and dressage stalwart and tireless worker.
Well done.
There is now more parking available in the new top parking area - complete with toilet and running water and close to all arenas! To get there, turn into Il Cadore and immediately veer right up the dirt road keeping the indoor arena on your left (rather than heading down the driveway and turning left into the bottom car park).
For those parking in the bottom car park, please park responsibly to enable the maximum number of people to use the available area. There should now be plenty of parking for all.
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For safety reasons, there is no pedestrians access to the indoor arena via the horse-entry roller door. Please do not enter or stand in the doorway to watch riders warming up as we have had people kicked by passing horses. This narrow area with high horse traffic can be ‘scary’ making horses nervous.
If people wish to view the in door arena action, please enter via the doors on the north-western or western side of the building. People using or obstructing the horse access door will be asked to vacate the area.
Similarly riders, whilst waiting for gear check or next test, please do not obstruct the entry to indoor arena. If not waiting for gear check, please ensure there is plenty of room for those that wish to do so.
