Ballan Horse Agistment & Coaching in Ballan, Victoria | Horse trainer

Ballan Horse Agistment & Coaching

Locality: Ballan, Victoria

Phone: +61 409 150 745

Address: 160 Ingliston Road 3342 Ballan, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.ballanhorseagistment.yolasite.com/

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25.01.2022 I've been busted talking to my horses many a time! What's the thing you most often say to your horse?

25.01.2022 Agistment Available: we currently have private paddocks and places in the group paddock available. private paddocks are a generous size and have been spelling, so plenty of grass right now group paddock also has plenty of green pick and currently only 2x quiet geldings out there close to Ballan township and the Western fwy grassed riding area and round yard... If you'd like to know more, or to arrange a viewing, just send us a message :) See more

24.01.2022 When your sister is a shelter hog and you have to stand out in the rain...

24.01.2022 There's nothing quite like spending a day on horseback out in nature!

24.01.2022 Why a Coach and not an Instructor? "Riding Instructor" is the common term for those who teach riding in Australia, but I prefer to refer to myself as a "Coach" and here's why: An Instructor teaches you how to do something eg. driving instructor, scuba diving instructor, rock climbing instructor. Once you have the skills you need you don't need the instructor anymore. You have attained a minimum standard of competency ie. passed your Driver's License test and now you're on you...r own. Coaching, on the other hand refers to on-going training that refines the athlete's performance in order to achieve better results. Coaching takes into consideration not only the skills you need to be able to do something (like ride your horse well enough not to fall off) but also the key components you need to be able to do it well (develop your sense of feel, the timing of your aids, refine your position to improve balance et al) As a coach I have to be aware of the rider's mental and emotional state, their relationship with the horse, their theoretical understanding of the principles of equestrian riding and their current fitness level. In addition to this, I have to select exercises that are appropriate for the rider, being mindful of their goals and ambitions to ensure I am steering them toward those outcomes, and bring them along in a progressive and systematic way. Furthermore, there is the horse to consider in all of those same ways (except perhaps his theoretical knowledge, as I've never met a horse that could recite the rule book!). Even Olympic athletes have coaches, any by the time they get to that elite level they surely know how to ride/ski/run/swim etc. A coach is a whole lot more than just an instructor, and the more competitive and ambitious you are as a rider the more important it is for you to have the right coach by your side. See more

22.01.2022 AGISTMENT AVAILABLE. We currently have 2x private paddocks available. Our private paddocks are generous in size with electric fencing and shade trees along the front. These paddocks can accommodate 1-2 horses and prices start from $30/w for DIY agistment. Grassed riding area... 16m round yard Instructor/trainer on site 5mins from Western Fwy & Ballan township We aim to make horse ownership as easy as possible by organising annual dental days and de-worming days as well as having a reliable local hay supplier who delivers round rolls straight to the paddocks. For more information or to arrange a viewing just send us a message :)

22.01.2022 Springtime can be a challenging time for horse owners... our horses have started losing their winter coats which makes them more susceptible to the cold when spring throws a cold snap on us... Yet they also feel the heat during these beautiful sunny days... but most often the nicest sunny day comes after a frost... (clear sky = cold night) which means AM & PM rug changes may be necessary to keep your horse comfortable... Horses find it much easier to keep warm than we do, they don't feel the cold in the same way... and sweating under heavy rugs on a warm day can cause stress and weight loss, so my rule of thumb is always: when in doubt, leave it off.

22.01.2022 Two grey girls snoozing in the sunshine

20.01.2022 Straight load or angle? What does your horse like best?

19.01.2022 Now that they daylight hours are getting longer again I have the capacity to take on just three new riders. If you are an Equestrian rider - or the parent of a keen young rider - and looking for a coach with an eye for detail, in depth understanding of equine bio-mechanics and a systematic way of training that develops both horse and rider as athletes, shoot me a message and we can chat more :)

19.01.2022 Getting your chores done is easier when you've got company

18.01.2022 Crystal is what I refer to as a "Spaghetti Horse" meaning she's very flexible. Consequently, she's not very stable, which means she's a great horse for refining my seat aids as she responds/reacts to the slightest shift in the rider.

17.01.2022 "You are the people you spend time with" If you are a mad-about-horses person, and I'm not just talking about someone who likes to go riding, but someone who LIVES AND BREATHES horses, who would happily spend all day hanging out with horses even if you couldn't ride... ...then you're just the kind of person I'm looking to work with in my brand new project that's about to go live!... It's an application-only program, I'm only taking on the people that I know I can really help along their horsey journey and that are the right fit for what I've got in store, and there are a limited number of places as I want to keep it small to be able to offer the highest level of support. If you are a deeply passionate horse person, with a strong desire to learn all you can, and you aren't afraid of a bit of dirt, sweat or hard work send me a DM that answers these 3 questions: 1. What is your one big goal or dream that you'd like to achieve with your horse or in the horse industry? 2. What is the biggest thing that's holding you back 3. What can you offer/bring to a small group of others in a similar position as you, all striving to make their horse dreams come true? Jessica

16.01.2022 Ever saddled up your horse, got on in the arena and thought "what now"? Bringing on a young or green horse and turning him into a reliable and enjoyable ride is a long, slow process! As an Equestrian Coach I have worked with many riders and their young/green horses over the years and I'm here to tell you that it doesn't have to be that hard! When you have a step-by-step plan you always know what's coming next and you can focus your training on achievable milestones. Join me ...for a Schooling Day where I share this process so you can save time and guesswork figuring it out on your own! More details in the event below, if you've got any questions please be in touch.

14.01.2022 Have you ever watched horses running in a herd? Have you seen how they all turn at exactly the same time? It's like some kind of unicorn magic that they can read each other's minds! It's not actually mind-reading, really; it's body-reading! Horses are so tuned in to body language that the see the tiniest little things! What is your body language telling your horse that you might not even be aware of?

13.01.2022 Summer Timetable We are now running on our Summer timetable - which keeps us all out of the hottest and highest uv radiation time of the day. Afternoon/evening lessons are available from 4pm onward until dark so make the most of these long days and ride your horse in the cool evening air :) (Morning lessons available too)

12.01.2022 It's World Bitless Horse Day on 5th September, enjoy these really beautiful photos from their photo competition. Most of our horses are ridden bitless, but it's not allowed in competitions yet so help spread the word by sharing these smile-worthy images :)

09.01.2022 Once you've been bitten by the horse bug it's with you for life! Even in other things in life take priority for a while we all hear the call back to horses sooner or later.

09.01.2022 Trentham's Weekday Dressage Competitions are back on! Come along to a friendly and supportive club and get your dressage on! The quiet grounds make a great first outing for horses and riders new to competitions or just getting back into it after a break. Details below, please contact the Club directly for further information.

08.01.2022 Bring your horse in for lessons on the 20x60 sand arena in Gordon, lessons are $55/45mins and available Mon-Saturday every week. Lessons are available for riders 10yo+ in general riding skills, specialised dressage training, groundwork/work in hand and more, to find out how I can help you with your horse please be in touch via pm/inbox.

08.01.2022 Daylight Saving Time is nearly here! The days are getting longer, the temperatures are starting to warm up and very soon there's going to me a whole lot more daylight in the evenings! I,for one, plan on getting some extra riding time in. Who else is thinking the winter break is over and it's time to bring those horse back into work?

06.01.2022 Has anyone had to mow their lawn lately? Spring is here and the grass has started growing again. I have already seen horses and ponies with laminitis this season, it feels like it's happened earlier than normal this year. Even if your pony isn't showing any signs now it's a good time to start thinking about how you plan to manage them through spring.

05.01.2022 Young Horse Social Days are back on! (Within the limited of the current restrictions of course, which is currently 10 participants and 1 instructor) if you've got a young horse - or not-so-young-but-still-green horse - jump into our Young Horse Group for tips and support https://www.facebook.com/groups/3417469914980030

05.01.2022 Low sugar hay for sale - we have some excess small squares of meadow hay available. Containing a variety of grasses, some natives, little to no rye. Grown especially for laminitis-prone/overweight horses but still quite palatable, all of our horses love it. Pick up only (from Gordon) $15/bale, message me if you'd like some!

05.01.2022 Do your 2021 horse goals include a young horse? I've put together a support group just for riders bringing on young horses, and all are welcome. Here's the link so you can join in https://www.facebook.com/groups/3417469914980030

04.01.2022 Did you know? Our business is more than just Agistment... Owner/manager Jessica Bryce is also Classical Dressage Coach and founder of The Equine Personal Training Program This week we're running a FREE Mini Course to give riders an easy-to-understand introduction to biomechanics. Here's the link to join https://mailchi.mp/jessicabryce/jump_on_the_list Inside the Mini Course you will find bite-sized training videos in every-day language so you can get across the basics of biom...echanics without all the tricky the anatomical terminology... and daily exercises to try with your horse so you can put your new knowledge to good use right away... you'll also get our absolute BEST core activation exercise to try with your horse AND a sample Equine PT Workout to see what it's all about. It starts today, so jump on the list to join in now https://mailchi.mp/jessicabryce/jump_on_the_list

02.01.2022 Anyone else got that Christmas dinner feeling? Jewel can't eat another bite, but nothing stops Miff The Mouth!

01.01.2022 Young Horse Social Day - this weekend! (Sunday 3rd) This event was fully booked, but a couple of places have now become available, so if you'd like to come along just shoot me a message. Full details in the event below, feel free to reach out if you'd like to know more :)