Cidermill Farms and Equestrian Center

Very proud of the team this weekend!! Some of the crew moved up this weekend to conquer new challenges. Can't wait til next show!

All set up and ready to school .

Congratulations to:

Eila Golden on Desperado in 1st place
Rebecca Rees on Misty in 1st place
Maram Albakri on Zuko in 2nd place
Stella Vlad on Desperado in 2nd place

Thank you to for hosting these events

ATTTENTION ALL CIDERMILL STUDENTS, BOARDERS, LEASORS!

Reminder:
PICTURE DAY registration DUE DATE 🐴Saturday, July 4th 🐴

Picture Day will take place Sunday July 19th. Be sure to register for a professional photography session to take pictures with your favourite horse!

Click the link to register or for more details:
https://www.jotform.com/build/222393462775261

Cidermill coaches renewing their first aid & CPR. Probably the most fun I've had at a first aid and CPR course. Thanks

🐴 Is My Horse Happy?

One major focus of my students is to consider the horse's expression and body language while under saddle.

I love an ambitious rider, but what is the point of reaching a personal PB if your partner isn’t a willing participant. We have to ask ourselves: When do my personal goals begin to overshadow my horse’s well-being?

The View from the Ground
As a coach, I watch horses ranging from seasoned schoolmasters to show horses. I see their expressions as they try to interpret various riders' cues.

Too often, I see a horse become visibly "shut down" or upset by a rider’s insistent, yet failed, attempt at asking a question. That persistence usually stems from a personal goal. For example: "I want to get a canter transition," rather than a mutually beneficial goal like, "I'd like to develop a clean canter transition."

The former considers the rider's personal ambitions , feeling an entitlement to move up the levels. The latter is a humbler approach, in which the rider is responsible for developping the horse's physical strength and skill through a harmonious partnership. The onus falls on the rider to send clear messages, introduce exercises that will improve their horse's strength and balance and thus build a relationship of trust with their horse. As a result, every ride is constructive (both physically and mentally) and enjoyable.

Being attentive to our horse's expressions also allows us to identify weakness and/or mild lameness. If we listen closely, our horse will tell us when a movement is uncomfortable. That they require more strength to succeed.

Remember:
If you expect your horse to listen to you throughout the ride...
You must, in turn, listen to your horse.

The result will be a much more well rounded mount. One with the ability to self regulate and fewer injuries, as they are not pushed beyond their limits.

Let’s ride for the partnership, not just the PB.

We have 4 spots remaining in our RAINBOWS & UNICORNS WEEK🦄
July 13-17
10:00 - 4:00
1:5 Adult to camper ratios

This camp is aimed at younger participants with a big imagination. Campers will enjoy a daily riding lesson.🐴 We will tackle topics such as colours & markings, general horse terminology, barn safety, basic horse care and of course, the fundamentals of riding. All games and crafts will be inspired by the theme of the week: Rainbows & Unicorns.

Register using the link below⬇
https://form.jotform.com/230533906933255

Congratulations Rebecca Rees on the purchase of her new horse Misty!!!!
Rebecca is a long time rider and this is her first pony. We are very excited for her!!!
Misty is very lucky🍀❤️