Char Lassetter Dressage Clinics.

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NEW DATES: Saturday 20th June 2020 (contact Beth for more details). July and August dates will be posted on our Facebook.

We are pleased to announce Char’s latest monthly dressage clinics dates. Each session is £60.00 per individual 45min lesson - sessions in our indoor / outdoor arena (depending on weather)

Char is an international dressage rider and trainer who has helped numerous riders up through the level in both dressage and eventing. Her experience at competing at Grand Prix give her clients a practical and workable insight on how to improve performance.

To book a lesson e-mail us at
office@thurleighequestriancentre.co.uk or call Beth on 01234 771882

Jo Winfield FBHS Flat/Polework clinic - PROVISIONAL DATE - 10th August 2020.

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We are thrilled to have secured more dates with Jo Winfield FBHS to hold flatwork/polework clinics.

Jo gained her Fellowship of the British Horse Society in 2007. She is a General Fellow and has skills, qualifications and experience across all disciplines. She specialises in helping riders and horses at all levels to perform to their full potential. Those who came to her inspiring talk about confidence recently will understand her philosophy that horse riding should be fun and rewarding!

The clinic will run as six hourly sessions for 3 people per group. Both flatwork and polework will be offered, according to demand.

To book your place, please contact Ann Kennedy on Facebook or email
bhs.beds@gmail.com for the booking form. A place will be held for 4 days to allow you time to return the form and payment!

KIM RATCLIFFE DRESSAGE CLINICS.

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NEW DATES: 5th July 2020 - further dates to be confirmed.

Kim is a List 1 dressage judge, a National Para judge and British Dressage (BD) UKCC Level 3 coach/trainer. She is also a Certified Neuro-Linguistic Practitioner. Kim has experience of judging and training at all levels, from Young Horses and Preliminary test combinations up to Advanced riders. She can help riders to improve their test riding as well as their way of going.

To find out more about Kim, prices for individual sessions and to book a lesson please contact her directly @ addie37@hotmail.com or visit her website http://www.thinkequestrian.co.uk/default.html

ROBERT PRING DRESSAGE CLINIC - NEW DATES TBC
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Robert Pring is a classical rider who trained for 10 years with the late Herr Franz Rochowansky, former Chief Rider of the Spanish Riding School of Vienna. He has over 30 years' experience training both horse and rider up to Grand Prix level. As a Grand Prix rider himself he understands how the rider's position and balance, particularly the hand and pelvis, have a profound influence on the ability of a horse to perform with freedom of movement. He is experienced in all types of horses and ponies and is passionate about creating happiness and harmony between equine and rider, emphasised by his sympathetic and classical methods of training.

To find out more about Robert, visit his website @
https://www.robertpringdressage.co.uk/

To book your lesson, e-mail us at
office@thurleighequestriancentre.co.uk or call Beth on 01234 771882

Char Lassetter Dressage Clinics (Monthly)

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NEW DATES: Saturday 9th March 2019, 13th April (contact Beth for more details). May, June and July dates will be posted on our Facebook.

We are pleased to announce Char’s latest monthly dressage clinics dates. Each session is £58.00 per individual 45min lesson - sessions in our indoor / outdoor arena (depending on weather)

Char is an international dressage rider and trainer who has helped numerous riders up through the level in both dressage and eventing. Her experience at competing at Grand Prix give her clients a practical and workable insight on how to improve performance.

To book a lesson e-mail us at
office@thurleighequestriancentre.co.uk or call Beth on 01234 771882

Jo Winfield FBHS Flat/Polework clinic - 1st May 2019.

Jo Clinic
We are thrilled to have secured more dates with Jo Winfield FBHS to hold flatwork/polework clinics.

Jo gained her Fellowship of the British Horse Society in 2007. She is a General Fellow and has skills, qualifications and experience across all disciplines. She specialises in helping riders and horses at all levels to perform to their full potential. Those who came to her inspiring talk about confidence recently will understand her philosophy that horse riding should be fun and rewarding!

The clinic will run as six hourly sessions for 3 people per group. Both flatwork and polework will be offered, according to demand.

The cost of the clinic is £40 per person but we are offering a discount to £35 if you book early.

To book your place, please contact Ann Kennedy on Facebook or email
bhs.beds@gmail.com for the booking form. A place will be held for 4 days to allow you time to return the form and payment!


Saturday Morning Training Days 2019:

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Event Schedule - 2018 - 19

ROBERT PRING DRESSAGE CLINIC.

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Tuesday 3rd July 2018 - times to be confirmed from 11am (contact Beth for more details)

Robert Pring is a classical rider who trained for 10 years with the late Herr Franz Rochowansky, former Chief Rider of the Spanish Riding School of Vienna. He has over 30 years' experience training both horse and rider up to Grand Prix level. As a Grand Prix rider himself he understands how the rider's position and balance, particularly the hand and pelvis, have a profound influence on the ability of a horse to perform with freedom of movement. He is experienced in all types of horses and ponies and is passionate about creating happiness and harmony between equine and rider, emphasised by his sympathetic and classical methods of training.

To find out more about Robert, visit his website @
https://www.robertpringdressage.co.uk/

£68.00 per individual lesson - All sessions in our indoor / outdoor arena (depending on weather)

To book your lesson, e-mail us at
office@thurleighequestriancentre.co.uk or call Beth on 01234 771882

KIM RATCLIFFE DRESSAGE CLINICS.
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NEW DATES: 16th July 2018 - further dates will be added in August.

Kim is a List 1 dressage judge, a National Para judge and British Dressage (BD) UKCC Level 3 coach/trainer. She is also a Certified Neuro-Linguistic Practitioner. Kim has experience of judging and training at all levels, from Young Horses and Preliminary test combinations up to Advanced riders. She can help riders to improve their test riding as well as their way of going.

To find out more about Kim, prices for individual sessions and to book a lesson please contact her directly @ addie37@hotmail.com or visit her website http://www.thinkequestrian.co.uk/default.html

YARD CAMP UPDATE 2-11th AUGUST (SOLD OUT)

Yard Camp
Running on Thursday, Friday and Saturday for 2 weeks, our summer camp is open to liveries and riding clients alike. This year we are focusing on the rider position and how to improve your effectiveness as a rider. It includes video feedback sessions, re-framing your approach to riding and a confidence boosting session delivered by Bonita from Future Edge Coaching.

We are really pleased to now have Nadia Kopec running a couple of sessions on horse massage, trigger points and stretches and rider stretches on the two Fridays of camp. The updated timetable and booking form is below. Most of the ridden sessions (in yellow) are now full but there is still space on the other sessions including those being delivered by Bonita (
http://www.future-edgecoaching.co.uk) and Nadia (http://www.nkvetphysio.com/about-nadia) so if you would like to join us for any sessions please get in touch.

Cost is £260.00 for whole camp, £55.00 per day or £30.00 per morning or afternoon session. Day stabling may be available if you wish to bring your own horse along. The booking form can be downloaded here.

For full details and to book your place,
click here to download the booking form. When complete, please email or post this back to Beth at office@thurleighequestriancentre.co.uk. Should you have any questions please call Beth on 01234 771882.


Event Schedule - 2017


Visit our Facebook page for up-to-date details of all events and clinics - https://www.facebook.com/ThurleighEquestrianCentre/


ROBERT PRING DRESSAGE CLINIC

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Tuesday 10th October - times to be confirmed (contact Beth for more details)

Robert Pring is a classical rider who trained for 10 years with the late Herr Franz Rochowansky, former Chief Rider of the Spanish Riding School of Vienna. He has over 30 years' experience training both horse and rider up to Grand Prix level. As a Grand Prix rider himself he understands how the rider's position and balance, particularly the hand and pelvis, have a profound influence on the ability of a horse to perform with freedom of movement. He is experienced in all types of horses and ponies and is passionate about creating happiness and harmony between equine and rider, emphasised by his sympathetic and classical methods of training.

To find out more about Robert, visit his website @
https://www.robertpringdressage.co.uk/

£60.00 per individual lesson - All sessions in our indoor / outdoor arena (depending on weather)

To book your lession, e-mail us at
office@thurleighequestriancentre.co.uk or call Beth on 01234 771882

CHAR LASSETTER DRESSAGE CLINICS
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NEW DATES: Saturday 16th September / 14th October / 11th November / 2nd December; from 8am (contact Beth for more details)

£58.00 per individual 45min lesson - Sessions in our indoor / outdoor arena (depending on weather)

Char is an international dressage rider and trainer who has helped numerous riders up through the level in both dressage and eventing. Her experience at competing at Grand Prix give her clients a practical and workable insight on how to improve performance

To book a lesson e-mail us at
office@thurleighequestriancentre.co.uk or call Beth on 01234 771882


KIM RATCLIFFE DRESSAGE CLINICS
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NEW DATES: Wednesday 6th September / Sunday 15th October

Kim is a List 1 dressage judge, a National Para judge and British Dressage (BD) UKCC Level 3 coach/trainer. She is also a Certified Neuro-Linguistic Practitioner. Kim has experience of judging and training at all levels, from Young Horses and Preliminary test combinations up to Advanced riders. She can help riders to improve their test riding as well as their way of going.

To find out more about Kim, prices for individual sessions and to book a lesson please contact her directly @ addie37@hotmail.com or visit her website http://www.thinkequestrian.co.uk/default.html


PETER MADDISON-GREENWELL DRESSAGE CLINICS

NEW DATES: 8th October / 12th November / 10th December - times to be confirmed (contact Beth for more details):

We are delighted to host another series of dressage clinics with Peter Maddison-Greenwell. Peter is an International Dressage Trainer of world-wide repute. He runs regular clinics throughout Britain as well having taught in America, Spain, Germany and Dubai. The emphasis is on the dressage training of both horse and rider. This is based on many years experience of training dressage and a balance of beliefs and principals that has put Peter Maddison-Greenwell up there amongst “the worlds top dressage trainers in his field”, as quoted in the book Pathfrinder Dressage by Penny Hillsden. If you would like to know more or to book a lesson, contact Lizzie Cowell (Mobile: 07554 438182, e-mail: littledogsmiles@gmail.com)

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HORSE AGILITY TRAINING DAYS AND COMPETITIONS


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NEW DATES: Sunday 22nd October 2017

Run by Amanda Braham (HAAT) Horse Agility Accredited Trainer

Open to all. Young or Old whether it be Horse or Handler. Beginners Welcome
Working your horse or pony in-hand - through, over and around a variety of obstacles helps build confidence and trust. Attend a training, play session and finish the day with a competition

Competition Classes: Starter & Open - Horse Agility Club members £30.00 / Non-members £35.00

The above includes free entry into one class. £5 entry for a second class

Membership will be available on the day and if you sign up by the end of the day your non membership will be refunded - Membership: Adults £30 per year / Juniors: £15 per year

Places need to be booked in advance and spaces are limited. Download your booking form here, and return to Amanda at the address provided

For more information and to book in please contact
amandabraham@hotmail.co.uk.

Spring / Summer 2017


CHAR LASSETTER DRESSAGE CLINICS
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NEW DATES: Saturday 18th February and 18th March - times to be confirmed (contact Beth for more details):

£58.00 per individual 45min lesson - All sessions in our indoor arena

Char is an international dressage rider and trainer who has helped numerous riders up through the level in both dressage and eventing. Her experience at competing at Grand Prix give her clients a practical and workable insight on how to improve performance

To book a lesson e-mail us at
office@thurleighequestriancentre.co.uk or call Beth on 01234 771882


PETER MADDISON-GREENWELL DRESSAGE CLINICS

NEW DATES: Sunday 19th February and Sunday 19th March - times to be confirmed (contact Beth for more details):

We are delighted to host another series of dressage clinics with Peter Maddison-Greenwell. Peter is an International Dressage Trainer of world-wide repute. He runs regular clinics throughout Britain as well having taught in America, Spain, Germany and Dubai. The emphasis is on the dressage training of both horse and rider. This is based on many years experience of training dressage and a balance of beliefs and principals that has put Peter Maddison-Greenwell up there amongst “the worlds top dressage trainers in his field”, as quoted in the book Pathfrinder Dressage by Penny Hillsden. If you would like to know more or to book a lesson, contact Lizzie Cowell (Mobile: 07554 438182, e-mail: littledogsmiles@gmail.com)

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CHILTERN DISTRICT RIDERS LE TREC TRAINING

Sunday 26th February - times to be confirmed.

For more information or to book onto the session e-mail us at office@thurleighequestriancentre.co.uk or call Beth on 01234 771882

Chiltern DIstance Riders

HORSE AGILITY TRAINING DAYS AND COMPETITIONS


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NEW DATES: Sunday 8th January and Sunday 5th March

Run by Amanda Braham (HAAT) Horse Agility Accredited Trainer

Open to all. Young or Old whether it be Horse or Handler. Beginners Welcome
Working your horse or pony in-hand - through, over and around a variety of obstacles helps build confidence and trust. Attend a training, play session and finish the day with a competition

Competition Classes: Starter & Open - Horse Agility Club members £30.00 / Non-members £35.00

The above includes free entry into one class. £5 entry for a second class

Membership will be available on the day and if you sign up by the end of the day your non membership will be refunded - Membership: Adults £30 per year / Juniors: £15 per year

Places need to be booked in advance and spaces are limited. Download your booking form here, and return to Amanda at the address provided

For more information and to book in please contact
amandabraham@hotmail.co.uk.


Summer / Autumn 2016

BHS Stage 1 & 2 HK&C Training Evening Class - Dates & Sessions Now Finalised
Beth and BHS

Thursdays 6.45 - 8.30pm starting on 15th September for 12 weeks.

You can also achieve your BHS Progressive Stable Management tests 1-3 during this course if you wish to. We only have spaces for a maximum of 8 students, so book soon to secure your place. Booking will also be available through our Horses & Courses site from Friday 19th August, should you wish to pay using a credit card (www.horsesandcourses.co.uk).

Do get in touch if you have any questions. To find out more, click here to download the information booklet.

Dressage To Music” - Sunday 11th September 2016
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Have you been inspired by watching Charlotte and Valegro riding their dressage to music? Why not have a go yourself. Back by popular demand, we are thrilled to be hosting a dressage to music clinic on Sunday 11th September run by Beat This Dressage to Music.

They can sort out a freestyle test for you and your horse, sort the best music to suit your horse's paces and will help you put it all together. Further details can be seen below and at
http://www.beatthisdressagetomusic.co.uk/


SUNDAY AFTERNOON “HORSE MANAGEMENT” SESSIONS


From 3.00 – 4.30pm and run by Beth Maloney, these sessions will cover the theory and practical aspects of specific training and horse management aspects, enabling you to improve your knowledge and technique. Session include:

  • 31st July Introduction to assessing conformation and action and how to trot up
  • 14th August Trimming and plaiting
  • 28th August Planning a diet for your horse
  • 11th Sept First aid treatments, when to call the vet and bandaging
  • 18th Sept Lunging a horse for exercise

Cost is £20.00 per person. Max 6 people per session

To book, e-mail us at
office@thurleighequestriancentre.co.uk or call on 01234 771882


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CHAR LASSETTER DRESSAGE CLINIC

NEW DATES: Saturday 6th August, from 9.00 am - 1.00 pm

£58.00 per individual 45min lesson - All sessions in our indoor arena.

Char is an international dressage rider and trainer who has helped numerous riders up through the level in both dressage and eventing. Her experience at competing at Grand Prix give her clients a practical and workable insight on how to improve performance.

To book a lesson e-mail us at
office@thurleighequestriancentre.co.uk or call Beth on 01234 771882


HORSE AGILITY TRAINING DAYS AND COMPETITIONS

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NEW DATES: Sunday 7th August & 18th September.

Run by Amanda Braham (HAAT) Horse Agility Accredited Trainer

Open to all. Young or Old whether it be Horse or Handler. Beginners Welcome.
Working your horse or pony in-hand - through, over and around a variety of obstacles helps build confidence and trust. Attend a training, play session and finish the day with a competition.

Competition Classes: Starter & Open - Horse Agility Club members £30.00 / Non-members £35.00

The above includes free entry into one class. £5 entry for a second class.

Membership will be available on the day and if you sign up by the end of the day your non membership will be refunded - Membership: Adults £30 per year / Juniors: £15 per year

Places need to be booked in advance and spaces are limited. Download your booking form here, and return to Amanda at the address provided.

For more information and to book in please contact
amandabraham@hotmail.co.uk.



Autumn / Winter Schedule 2015/16


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KEYSOE RIDING CLUB SIDE SADDLE CLINIC @ THURLEIGH EQUESTRIAN CENTRE.

Sunday May 15th 2016

Ever wanted to try riding side saddle? Well now you can by signing up for our Side Saddle Clinic with Sue Howard.

Only £45 per person. Enter online at
http://clubentries.co.uk/keysoerc/

Any questions please contact Sophie
sophie@keysoerc.co.uk


KEYSOE RIDING CLUB PRE SEASON SHOWING CLINIC @ THURLEIGH EQUESTRIAN CENTRE.

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Sunday April 24th 2016 (Mounted)

Now Open to Non-Members…

Would you like to brush up on your showing skills?
Or would you like to try showing but are unsure of what to wear, which tack to use and what is expected in the show-ring? Then come to our pre-season showing clinic with Vicki Green where we will be looking at tack & turn-out, how best to show off you and your horse, improving your individual show, what to expect from the judge and general show-ring etiquette. We will finish off the session with a mock showing class where we will receive comments and top tips in preparation for the show season ahead. Get ready for those rosettes!

Enter online http://clubentries.co.uk/keysoerc/

Only £12 members, £17 non-members - 4 riders per group.


Autumn / Winter 2015/16

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CHAR LASSETTER DRESSAGE CLINIC.

NEW DATES: Saturday 23rd January and Saturday 26th March 2016, from 9.00 am - 1.00 pm

£58.00 per individual 45min lesson - All sessions in our indoor arena.

Char is an international dressage rider and trainer who has helped numerous riders up through the level in both dressage and eventing. Her experience at competing at Grand Prix give her clients a practical and workable insight on how to improve performance.

To book a lesson mail us at
office@thurleighequestriancentre.co.uk or call on 01234 771882


HORSE AGILITY TRAINING DAYS AND COMPETITIONS

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NEW DATES: Sunday April 10th, May 8th and June 5th.

Sessions running from either 10.15am – 1pm or 1.45pm – 4.30pm (please make your choice on the booking form below)

Run by Amanda Braham (HAAT) Horse Agility Accredited Trainer

Open to all. Young or Old whether it be Horse or Handler. Beginners Welcome.
Working your horse or pony in-hand - through, over and around a variety of obstacles helps build confidence and trust. Attend a training, play session and finish the day with a competition.

Competition Classes: Starter & Open - Horse Agility Club members £35.00 / Non-members £40.00

The above includes free entry into one class. £5 entry for a second class.

Membership will be available on the day and if you sign up by the end of the day your non membership will be refunded - Membership: Adults £30 per year / Juniors: £15 per year

Places need to be booked in advance and spaces are limited. Download your booking form here, and return to Amanda at the address provided.

For more information and to book in please contact
amandabraham@hotmail.co.uk.


BD Clinic Feb 2016
BRITISH DRESSAGE EASTERN REGION CLINIC. Sorry, But This Event Is Now Full.

Sunday 1st February 2016 (From 10 - 4)

A fantastic opportunity to be coached by Jill Day from the British Dressage Eastern Region.



CHAR LASSETTER DRESSAGE CLINIC. Sorry, But October’s Event Is Now Full - Spaces Limited for November

Sat 3rd October & Saturday 7th November 2015, from 9.00 am - 1.00 pm

£58.00 per individual 45min lesson - All sessions in our indoor arena.

Char is an international dressage rider and trainer who has helped numerous riders up through the level in both dressage and eventing. Her experience at competing at Grand Prix give her clients a practical and workable insight on how to improve performance.

To book a lesson mail us at
office@thurleighequestriancentre.co.uk or call on 01234 771882



Spring / Summer Schedule 2014/15


HORSE AGILITY TRAINING DAY AND COMPETITION

24th May, 27th June, 25th July & 22nd August

10.15am – 1pm or 1.45pm – 4.30pm

Run by Amanda Braham (HAAT) Horse Agility Accredited Trainer

Open to all. Young or Old whether it be Horse or Handler. Beginners Welcome.
Working your horse or pony in-hand - through, over and around a variety of obstacles helps build confidence and trust. Attend a training, play session and finish the day with a competition.

Horse Agility Club members £30.00: Non-members £35.00

Places need to be booked in advance and spaces are limited. For more information and to book your place please e-mail
amandabraham@hotmail.co.uk or download the booking form here.


CHAR LASSETTER DRESSAGE CLINIC. Sorry, But These Events Are Now Full

Sat 14th March / Sat 30th May

£58.00 per individual 45min lesson - All sessions in our indoor arena.

Char is an international dressage rider and trainer who has helped numerous riders up through the level in both dressage and eventing. Her experience at competing at Grand Prix give her clients a practical and workable insight on how to improve performance.

To book a lesson mail us at office@thurleighequestriancentre.co.uk or call on 01234 771882




Autumn / Winter 2014/15

SUN 22nd FEB, SUN 22ND MARCH & SUN 26TH APRIL

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DRESSAGE ANYWHERE TEST RIDING AND FILMNG DAYS

From 12.30pm onwards. Entry fees range from £12.50 to £16.00 depending on class. Warm up and test ridden in our indoor 20 x 40m Arena

E-mail us at
office@thurleighequestriancentre.co.uk or call on 01234 771882 for an entry form


SAT 27th DEC & SAT 24th JAN: TEST RIDING & FILMING

From 1.00pm : Entry fees from £12.50 to 16.50 per class.
ENTRIES CLOSE THE SATURDAY BEFORE THE COMPETITION DATE

Do you want to compete but do not want to dress up, travel far or deal with a busy warm up arena? The answer is to ride a ‘Dressage Anywhere’ test here at Thurleigh Equestrian Centre.

You can wear your usual riding gear, warm up alone, have a practice run through the test and then ride test in our indoor arena while we film it and enter it into the Dressage Anywhere monthly dressage competition.

Your test is judged by an affiliated dressage list 1 or 2 judge and you receive a completed test sheet with judges comments and score, just as if you are competing in a live class, you will even win prize money or vouchers if you come in 1st to 3rd.

For our riding school clients, we can also provide a horse for you to ride the test on if you would like to have a go!
A separate schedule and rules are available to
download here.


SAT 22nd NOV & SAT 20th DEC

DRESSAGE ANYWHERE TEST RIDING AND FILMNG DAYS Sorry, But These Events Are Now Full

From 1.30pm. Entry fees range from £12.50 to £16.00 depending on class. Warm up and test ridden in 20 x 40m Indoor Arena

November tests:
BD Walk and Trot test – Intro B (2009) £12.50 entry fee
Pony Club Dressage Test C Level (2012) £12.50 entry fee
BD Preliminary 1 (2006) £14.50 entry fee
BD Novice 24 (2010) £14.50 entry fee
BD Elementary 45 (2010) £16.50 entry fee

To enter a test or book a place on a clinic simply e-mail us at
office@thurleighequestriancentre.co.uk or call us on 01234 771882

A separate schedule and rules are available to download here.


SAT 15th NOV & SAT 6th DEC

CHAR LASSETTER DRESSAGE CLINIC

From 8am…
Sorry, But These Events Are Now Full

£58.00 per individual 45min lesson, in the indoor school.

Char is an international dressage rider and trainer who has helped numerous riders up through the level in both dressage and eventing. Her experience at competing at Grand Prix give her clients a practical and workable insight on how to improve performance.



Summer / Autumn Schedule 2014

First Aid Courses for Working in the Equine Environment - October 2014…


THREE-DAY FIRST AID AT WORK QUALIFICATION (Accepted for the BHS register of Instructors) - Mon 13th to 15th Oct (£145.00 per person for the 3 days) from 9.30am

Run by Medi-K at Thurleigh Equestrian Centre, this is a great opportunity for anyone involved in horses in any capacity, whether a horse owner / sharer, groom or yard manager to obtain a certificate in First Aid. The course includes certification which lasts 3 years and will be useful not just for when you're with the horses, but in any first aid emergency you may find yourself needing to assist.

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All students will be assessed by independent assessors on their ability to act safely, promptly and effectively for a casualty who is unresponsive, requires CPR and who is wounded and bleeding.

This course is spread over 3 days (a minimum of 18 hours) and includes:

First Aid at Work Regulations and Rules, Accident Reporting, Scene safety and horse safety, Initial Assessment, Recovery Position, Helmet removal and body protector removal, CPR, Adult Choking, Conscious and Unconscious riders, Serious Bleeding Management,Wounds, Bandaging and Embedded Objects, Shock Management, Spinal Injury Management,Fractures,Strains and Sprains, Burns and Scalds, Head Injuries and Eye Injuries, Poisoning, Bites and Stings, Temperature Injuries - Heat Stroke, Heat Exhaustion and Hypothermia, Crush Injuries and Chest Injuries, Diabetes, Anaphylaxis, Heart Attack, Angina, Stroke, Asthma and Respiratory Problems, Hyperventilation.

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To book your place simply download and return the booking form, e-mail us at office@thurleighequestriancentre.co.uk or call us on 01234 771882. We have 8 spaces available, so book now to avoid disappointment!

ONE-DAY EMERGENCY FIRST AID COURSE FOR HORSE RIDERS (QCF Level 2 Qualification) - Monday 13th October (£42.00 per person) from 9.30am

Run by Medi-K at Thurleigh Equestrian Centre, this alternative offers a complete overview of first aid procedures, and predominately focuses on the injuries most likely to be sustained whilst handling and riding horses. All participants will receive training by an experienced, qualified First Aid instructor and horse rider. On successful completion of this course all participants receive a certificated and nationally recognised qualification in First Aid.

This course consists of 6 hours of both theoretical and practical activities, including:-

Responsibilities and reporting, Resuscitation, Fainting, Assessment of the situation, Choking, Hygiene, Bleeding control, Shock, Minor burns and scalds, Riding hat and body protector removal, Recovery Position, Foreign Objects, Seizures, and Legalities.

To book your place simply download and return the attached booking form, e-mail us at office@thurleighequestriancentre.co.uk or call us on 01234 771882. We have 10 spaces available, so book now to avoid disappointment!


SUN 17th August: CHAR LASSETTER DRESSAGE CLINIC

£60.00 per individual 45min lesson. (£55.00 for liveries)

Char is an international dressage rider and trainer who has helped numerous riders up through the level in both dressage and eventing. Her experience at competing at Grand Prix give her clients a practical and workable insight on how to improve performance.


SUN 22nd June: CHAR LASSETTER DRESSAGE CLINIC - Sorry, But This Event is Now Full

£60.00 per individual 45min lesson. (£55.00 for liveries)

Char is an international dressage rider and trainer who has helped numerous riders up through the level in both dressage and eventing. Her experience at competing at Grand Prix give her clients a practical and workable insight on how to improve performance.


SAT 28th June: SIDE SADDLE CLINIC WITH GINNY OAKLEY

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£45.00 per lesson (1 hour lesson in pairs)

Ginny is a registered side-saddle instructor, is the team manager of the British Side-Saddle display team and has successfully produced Working Hunters for HOYS and the Royal International Horse Show. This clinic caters for riders who have never tried it and would like to give it a go on their horse or those who already have their own side-saddle and wish to improve their skills. A variety of side-saddles will be available to use on the day and we can also provide a horse for the lesson for an additional £15.00 charge should you need it.

To book a place simply e-mail us at office@thurleighequestriancentre.co.uk or call us on
01234 771882.


Cancellations Policy
- Any clinic sessions booked and cancelled within 36hrs of the clinic will be charged for unless a replacement rider can be found to take the space.


Spring Schedule 2014

Dressage Clinic* with Char Lassetter - Sorry, But This Event is Now Full
Saturday 18th May & Sunday 15th June

Char is back with us for her second & third Spring / Summer Dressage Clinics. Lessons are £65, and can be booked via our e-mail address or by contacting us directly. Spaces are limited so book early to avoid disappointment.


Side Saddle Clinic* with Ginny Oakley
Saturday 17th May, from 10am - 5pm.

Ginny Oakley is back with us for another side saddle clinic. Ginny is a registered side-saddle instructor. She has competed at Advanced Level in Dressage, Show Jumping and Eventing, is the team manager of the British Side-Saddle display team and has successfully produced Working Hunters for HOYS and the Royal International Horse Show.
Each 1hr lesson is £45.00 per person (lessons in pairs) and side saddles are provided. Complete beginners are also welcome! Ginny is also happy to teach you astride if you prefer.

To book a place on this clinic e-mail us at office@thurleighequestriancentre or call 0845 6804528. Spaces are limited so book early to avoid disappointment

Dressage Clinic* with Anna Ross Davies
Thursday 1st May from 10am

Anna Ross Davies is back at the yard for her second Spring clinic. Prices are £85.00 per individual 45min lesson
Special offer for Thurleigh Equestrian Centre liveries @ £80 pre session

Please visit her website for more information, and to book a lesson email enquiries@altogetherequestrian.com.
http://www.altogetherequestrian.com/dressage-training-pa-2874.php

Dressage Clinic* with Char Lassetter - Sorry, But This Event is Now Full
Sunday 6th April from 9.45am

Char is back with us for her Spring Dressage Clinic. Lessons are £60, and can be booked via our e-mail address or by contacting us directly. Spaces are limited so book early to avoid disappointment.


Dressage Clinic* with Anna Ross Davies - Sorry, But This Event is Now Full
Thursday 27th March from 10am

Anna Ross Davies is back at the yard for another fantastic clinic. Anna offers training for horses and riders from Novice level through to Grand Prix in Dressage. She also helps many event riders for the dressage phase up to 4 star level and is passionate about training and improving horses and riders.

Please visit her website for more information, and to book a lesson email enquiries@altogetherequestrian.com.
http://www.altogetherequestrian.com/dressage-training-pa-2874.php

* Cancellation Policy - Any clinic sessions booked and cancelled within 36hrs of the clinic will be charged for unless a replacement rider can be found to take the space.


Parelli Professional Clinic* with Sean Coleman and Liz Jones

We have Sean and Liz back with us for 2 fantastic events - a single day and two-day clinic;

Level 2/3 Progress Clinic Saturday 15th March (ALL DAY)
Level 3/4 Progress Clinic Saturday 22nd - 23rd March (ALL DAY)


To find out more, visit their website at http://www.liz-jones.co.uk/schedule/

To book your place on either of these clinic e-mail us at office@thurleighequestriancentre or call 0845 6804528. Spaces are limited so book early to avoid disappointment


Biomechanics Clinic* with Centaur Biomechanics - Sorry, But This Event is Now Full
8th & 9th March (Two day clinic)

We are delighted to welcome Centaur Biomechanics to Thurleigh Equestrian Centre for the weekend of the 8th and 9th March.
Centaur Biomechanics specialises in horse and rider performance analysis to help improve performance and maintain soundness of both the horse and rider.

Further details can be found at www.keysoeridingclub.co.uk and
https://www.facebook.com/centaur.biomechanics/about

To book a place on this two day clinic (and reserve a stable overnight) e-mail us at office@thurleighequestriancentre or call 0845 6804528. Spaces are very limited so book early to avoid disappointment


Autumn/Winter Schedule 2013/14

Beat This Dressage to Music (in the Indoor School)
Sunday 2nd February, 2014.

Thurleigh Equestrian Centre is pleased to announce that it will be hosting the fantastic Beat This Dressage to Music, hosting a number of clinics over the next few months involving ridden workshops for those wanting to learn more about dressage to music, develop a freestyle and/or find some really great music for competing or training that suits horse and rider. The clinics are tailored to cater for all abilities for dressage to music, whether just starting out or working towards the next level.

The next clinic will be on Sunday 2nd February 2014 where there will be an individual warm-up & training session with Kim Darlow, followed by a personal music consultation with Claire Ackerman and the opportunity to ride to music. If clients wish to work on a freestyle routine then please let us know at the time of booking. Your test can also be video recorded.

Price for a 50 minute session including arena hire is £60.

For bookings or further details please contact Beth Maloney on 07973 329883 or Claire Ackerman on 07766 077565.
http://www.beatthisdressagetomusic.co.uk/home

Side Saddle “Have a Go” Clinic with Ginny Oakley (in the Indoor School) - Sorry, But This Event is Now Full
Saturday 7th December 2013, from 10am - 5pm.

Ginny is a registered side-saddle instructor. She has competed at Advanced Level in Dressage, Show Jumping and Eventing, is the team manager of the British Side-Saddle display team and has successfully produced Working Hunters for HOYS and the Royal International Horse Show. This clinic caters for riders who already have their own side-saddle and wish to improve their skills, or those who have never tried it and would like to give it a go! A variety of side-saddles will be available to use on the day.


To book a place on this clinic simply complete this booking form and e-mail it to us at office@thurleighequestriancentre or call 0845 6804528. Spaces are limited so book early to avoid disappointment

Dressage Clinic with Matt Cox (in the Indoor School) - Sorry, But This Event is Now Full
Saturday 9th November from 10.00 - 5.00pm
£40 per lesson

Matt Cox, an accomplished dressage rider and a British Dressage Eastern trainer, returns for a second clinic. To book your lesson complete and return the entry form.


Dressage Clinic with Char Lasseter (in the Indoor School) -
Sorry, But This Event is Now Full
Saturday 2nd November 2013 from 9.45 - 5.00pm

Char is back with us for her November Dressage Clinic. Lessons are £60, and can be booked via our e-mail address or by contacting us directly. Spaces are limited so book early to avoid disappointment.



Summer Schedule 2013

Dressage Clinic with Matt Cox - Sorry, But This Event is Now Full
Saturday 14th September 2013 from 10.30 - 5.00pm

Matt Cox is an accomplished dressage rider and a British Dressage Eastern trainer. Matt shares his expertise and love of horses with clients who want to get the very best out of their equine partners at any level. He likes to help the rider develop the all-important “Feel” for the correct way of going, drawing on a wealth of knowledge passed on from riders such as Carl Hester, Spencer Wilson, Mark Ruddock and Isobel Wessels. To book your lesson complete and return the entry form.



“Anniversary Charity Show” (in the Indoor and Outdoor Schools)
Celebrating Our First Year & Raise Money for Macmillan Cancer Support
Sunday 22nd September 2013

A range of classes to suit all levels, from Dressage to Showing, the day culminates with a celebratory BBQ. We look forwards to seeing you - to see the full schedule and book your classes click here.


“Dressage Anywhere” - Test filming sessions (running throughout the year)

Next event - Saturday 24th August From 12.00 – 2.00 pm - ENTRIES CLOSE 19th AUGUST 2013
A separate schedule and rules are available to download here.



Spring Schedule 2013 ~ “Helping you prepare for the season ahead”.

To book your Spring session(s), please download and return the booking form to Beth Maloney at Thurleigh Equestrian Centre, Redgate Cottage, Mill Road, Thurleigh, Bedfordshire, MK44 2DP, or e-mail the completed form to beth@horsesandcourses.co.uk.

Improving your Dressage Score with Mark Townsend BHSI -
Sorry, But This Event is Now Full

Sunday 12th May - 10am to 5pm.
Pick the test you wish to ride, from Prelim to Advanced Medium Level (for 20 x 60m arena).
1 hr session includes test judging, scoring and videoing of the test. Your video will be reviewed with Mark and training provided to improve your marks.

£45.00 per session.

ENTRIES FOR THIS CLINIC CLOSE ON 29th APRIL TO ALLOW THE PREPARATION OF JUDGING SHEETS.

Jumping clinic with Mark Townsend BHSI - Sorry, But This Event is Now Full

Sunday 28th April from 10.30 – 4.30pm.
1 hour session @ £40.00 per hour.

Your competition ‘MOT’ - “ensuring you and your horse are fully prepared for the season ahead”

Sunday 14th April- 10am to 5.30pm – ENTRIES CLOSE 10th APRIL 2013
Pick from the sessions listed below;

    Understand the strengths and weaknesses in your horse’s conformation to help you make the most of their ability.
    £20.00 per assessment including a copy of the assessment report

      A 30 minute one-to-one ‘visualization/NLP’ session with NLP Master Practitioner and Hypnotist Paul Hull, to help you develop a more focused, confident approach to riding, competitions or dealing with a ‘spooky’ horse.
      £25.00 per session


        A 30 minute or 1 hour training session with Mark Townsend to review strengths and weaknesses or work on a specific aspect of your riding.
        £20.00 for 30min or £40.00 for 1 hour – please specify when booking.

        Further sessions include ‘tack check’ and ‘diet review’.


        Introduction to ground schooling with your horse - Mark Townsend BHSI


        Saturday 30th March From 11.00 - 4.00pm
        Learn or improve your lunging, long-reining or ground schooling techniques. Use your own horse or our experienced lunge horse. (Please specify on the entry form if you wish to use our horse)
        40 min sessions @ £25.00 per session.

        “Dressage Anywhere” - Test filming sessions

        Saturday 23rd March From 12.00 – 2.00 pm - ENTRIES CLOSE 18th MARCH 2013
        BD Into A, Prelim 14, Novice 22 and Elementary 40, along with a a practice test class covering a pick of your own BE test.
        Entry fees range from £12 to £18.

        A separate schedule and rules are available to download here.


        Polework clinic – for dressage and jumping with Mark Townsend BHSI

        Sunday 17th March From 10.30 – 4.30pm
        1 hour session @ £40.00 per hour .


        This event is now FULL.


        Winter Schedule 12/13

        February Dressage Clinics with Mark Townsend BHSI

        Sessions are available for all ability levels, from the regular competitor to new rider, as well as for those who simply want to improve how their horse goes and have fun with their riding.

        Sunday 3rd February – 10am to 4pm

          Sunday 24th February – 10am to 4pm

            To book your session, please download and return the booking form to Beth Maloney at Thurleigh Equestrian Centre, Redgate Cottage, Mill Road, Thurleigh, Bedfordshire, MK44 2DP, or e-mail the completed form to beth@horsesandcourses.co.uk.

            These events are now FULL.


            FREE “Dengie” Diet Clinic

            On Thursday 31st January 2013, from 2.30 pm - 5pm, Dengie are visiting Thurleigh Equestrian Centre to offer free nutritional advice and diet plans, weighing and condition scoring, and feed samples.

            If you would like to book a place please contact Beth at beth@horsesandcourses.co.uk, or use our “contact us” link. Spaces are limited so book early to avoid disappointment.

            This event is now FULL.


            Sunday 23rd December 2012:

            Thurleigh Equestrian Centre Inaugural Christmas Show (click here for photos)

            Our first Christmas Show was a great success with 3 classes well attended, with all competitors making great efforts to turn-out in appropriately “festive” attire.

            Winners of each class were:



              Saturday 27th October 2012:

              Dressage Clinic with Mark Townsend

              Mark has trained under several leading instructors including Jenny Ward (List 1 Judge), Sarah Dwyer- Coles (International Dressage Rider) and Jennie Loriston Clarke. He has won the Pat Smallwood Training Award, The Young Trainer’s Award and was voted the ‘Your Horse’ magazine ‘Instructor of the Year’ in 1996. He has trained to Advanced level and competed at all levels (dressage) up to and including Prix St George.

              This event is now FULL.