WELKOM GIMNASIUM HIGH SCHOOL RIDERS REPRESENT SANESA
Welkom Gimnasium’s High School’s SANESA riders upheld both the values of the sport and the SANESA name at their school’s […]
Pony and Rider
BUILDING CONFIDENCE IN THE SADDLE
Feeling nervous about riding is incredibly common – even professional riders had to overcome fear at some point! The good
WHY DO HORSES…? COMMON BEHAVIOURS EXPLAINED
Have you ever watched your pony and wondered, ‘Why do they DO that?’ Horses have some pretty interesting habits that
SO, WHAT EVEN IS EQUITATION
The story behind the Philip Smith Memorial Trophy – one of South Africa’s coolest riding competitions! Have you ever watched
AFTER THE SHOW – LEARNING AND MOVING FORWARD
You’ve done your first show, and whether you came home with a fistful of rosettes or none at all, you’ve
SHOW DAY – YOUR COMPLETE GUIDE
It’s show day! The alarm goes off early, and suddenly everything you’ve prepared for is actually happening. Take a deep
THE TINY RIDER SHOWING US ALL HOW IT’S DONE
Nine-year-old Betty Musgrave has only been riding for 18 months, but she’s already trail-hunting with the grown-ups, and loving every
MINI MISSION
Teach your pony a confidence trick Does your pony ever spook at ‘silly’ things, like puddles, plastic bags, or jump
I GOT SCARED
And that’s okay Have you ever felt your tummy twist before a jumping round? Or your hands go sweaty just
CONFIDENCE ON THE GROUND
Easy groundwork ideas to build your bond You don’t need to be in the saddle to grow your confidence. Some