Posted: 23rd May 2014 | Back to news feed
The East Anglian Parelli Instructor Team put on two highly successful demonstrations in the Equine arena at the Essex Young Farmer’s Country Show.
Lead 3* Instructor Jody Ruysen, joined by 2* Instructor Kim Rayner and Level 4 student Wendy Smith formed the savvy team, supported by 2* Instructor Claire Burgess and Parelli Events Co-ordinator Rachael Eden.
Said Kim: “Established for more than 30 years, the Essex Young Farmer’s Country Show is one of the premier agricultural shows in the county, with average attendances in excess of 13,000 so there were plenty of environmental factors to contend with!
“On top of the buzzing atmosphere brought by the crowds there were donkey rides, numerous flags and banners, police dogs, fire engines and steam train rides all taking place alongside the equine arena!
“Even the local hunt featured with their hounds just before the afternoon demonstration took place!
“Any doubts about the power of the Parelli Programme would have been quelled immediately as three calm, connected and relaxed partnerships entered the ring to perform two inspiring demonstrations of horsemanship.
“The contrast between the commotion outside the ring and the calm focused attention of the three horses inside the ring was a great example of just how powerful this programme can be.”
Throughout the demonstration Jody and Wendy wowed the audience with their liberty and bridle-less riding, whilst Kim showed how simple things can be done well to ensure her horse’s confidence was maintained on his first ever show outing!
Added Kim: “We all had great fun and even the BBC stopped by with their cameras to capture some of the action.
“The local fire department also approached the Instructor team to enquire about safe horse handling lessons for their fire-fighters - a huge compliment and reflection on the demonstrations provided by the East Anglian Team at this fantastic event.”
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