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KT Equestrian

Locality: Yarra Junction, Victoria

Phone: +61 428 110 656

Address: Settlement Road 3797 Yarra Junction, VIC, Australia

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25.01.2022 Horse-people mostly think about horses from a humanistic perspective. The use of derogatory terms such as 'nasty', 'stubborn' or 'lazy' and the emphasis on the ...horse's 'attitude' can blur training so that when training doesn't work we excuse ourselves by blaming the horse. Such terms imply the horse is 'born that way' and will never change. While horses vary in their genetic tendencies to behave in particular ways, these characteristics have significant learned components and can, therefore, be unlearned or suppressed, and better still avoided. Humanistic terms disempower us as trainers because they provide no useful answers for retraining the 'problem' or difficult horse. Worse, they lead to beliefs that place unfair expectations on the horse and often create further conflict through punishments and incorrect reinforcement strategies that are beyond the horse's mental abilities. More horses would succeed to higher levels and fewer would be wasted if training were more closely aligned with the horse's learning capabilities from the start; prevention is always better than cure. Furthermore, learning can be accelerated in all horses to optimal levels when trainers fully understand what they are doing beyond 'second nature' functional abilities. It is every horse-person's responsibility to understand the horse as completely as possible. Evidence-based horse training is our way to protect the welfare of the horse. Deep dive into this matter with our Academic Horse Training book: https://www.esi-education.com/prod/academic-horse-training/ (Excerpt from the 'Academic Horse Training' book, p. 9)

25.01.2022 To feel correct contact "Imagine a fishing line. When the horse is behind the hand or empty, the contact feels like the fishing line is just hanging on the... water [image on left], but once you get the horse pushing into the bit, the contact you feel is like a draw on your back, elbows, forearm and handjust like a fish taking the line [image on right]." Mica Mabragaña Illustration by Sandy Rabinowitz This image first appeared in the Fall 2020 issue of Practical Horseman magazine.

25.01.2022 Week 4's excercises! If you can't ride currently that’s ok hold on to them as they will be great excercises to refer to when bringing them back in to work!! #horseriding #horseridingcoach #equestrianlife #equestrianlifestyle #equestrianvictoria #horsesofinstagram #poniesofinstagram #lovemyjob

25.01.2022 You are invited to a Zoom Webinar on Horses & Bushfires on 29th Nov from 6pm. If you are a horse owner or operate horse agistment or equine training services th...en this Webinar is for you. The following topics will be covered by an experienced horse owner and CFA educator: - The local fire risk - Information and warnings - Some general bushfire safety information - Your horse and bushfire safety - Preparing your property - Your bushfire survival plan Register in advance for this webinar: https://au01web.zoom.us//register/WN_03elyyMsRCaU5qNuHYdM5Q*

25.01.2022 This is the incredibly inspiring story of a young girl paralyzed from the waist down in a car accident. How she overcame her injuries to go on to compete in the American Rodeo will amaze you! Speaker: Amberley Snyder for National FFA Organization

25.01.2022 Earlier today (Sunday 18 October) the Premier of Victoria, Mr Dan Andrews, advised of the easing of some restrictions for Metropolitan Melbourne and Regional Vi...ctoria effective from 11.59pm tonight. The Premier also outlined further easing of restrictions effective 1 November 2020 and potential other restrictions being eased, subject to data triggers, from 25 October. We are currently digesting this information and what it means for the Victoria equestrian community. Tomorrow afternoon (Monday 19 October) Equestrian Victoria along with other State Sporting Organisations (SSO's) will participate in a sport specific COVID briefing with representatives of the Victorian Government, including the DHHS and SRV. This forum is facilitated by Vicsport and provides SSO's with the opportunity to clarify COVID Restrictions as they relate to sport. Once we have clarity on what the latest COVID Restrictions mean for equestrian sport we will communicate in collaboration with our colleagues at Pony Club Victoria, HRCAV, RDA Victoria - Riding for the Disabled Association of Victoria and the Victorian Polo Association.

24.01.2022 Hoping for positive news tomorrow!!!

23.01.2022 SO true #FridayFunny

23.01.2022 Week 4's excercises! If you can't ride currently thats ok hold on to them as they will be great excercises to refer to when bringing them back in to work!! #horseriding #horseridingcoach #equestrianlife #equestrianlifestyle #equestrianvictoria #horsesofinstagram #poniesofinstagram #lovemyjob

22.01.2022 START WITH THE END IN MIND Dressage aims to develop and strengthen a horse’s body and mind to not only preserve its health, but make it stronger and more balanc...ed than if it were left untrained. When starting under a rider, a young 'green' horse starts with a tense, hollow, weak back. To ‘start with the end in mind’ means to know what our end aim is for the horse, i.e. what does a strong healthy back look like? Can you visualise the difference between a tense, weak hollow back and a relaxed strong one? It's a lot more than an 'outline' or 'head frame'! It is a process. A progression of stages that build one on to the other, connecting the dots to create strength and flexibility. Some people visualise an outline that only involves the horse’s head and neck. They try to create a ‘frame' containing or enclosing the horse between pushing legs and restraining hands. But dressage is not at all about forcing or holding a horse into a frame. The outline of the horse's posture is one of the end results, but not a means to the end. What is the means to the end? Improving balance is more the priority. Balance is the idea to have in mind from the start: lateral and longitudinal. Surely balance is the means by which dressage is measured - and worthy of our study and understanding. A balanced horse is the end aim. We can influence the horse's balance from the beginning, in the early groundwork, in lunging and introducing the bridle in the work in-hand. The sooner we start to focus on balance, the sooner we progress, and the better we prepare a horse for a lifetime of carrying a rider. Balance is the habit we need to support, and through a methodical approach in all schooling. It means collaborating with the horse to solve problems that arise. We can collaborate by tailoring training to the horse’s individual physical needs and natural asymmetry, and then teach the horse to feel and respond to our cues, and engage with us: to start in balance, to move in balance, to re-balance, and to stop in balance. The diagram here shows first an unbalanced horse working in tension. The red muscles on top are tense, while the blue muscles underneath relax and extend. The horse moves with a weak back, which would have trouble to carry a rider. The second diagram shows a horse working in relaxation with a stronger back, stretching more forward. The top line muscles stretch and relax while the belly muscles, in tension, can raise the back now stronger and better able to support a rider. Ideally for a good neck extension the horse's neck would stretch further forward out and down to seek the hands. NOTE: In time, as the horse’s strength and balance improve with a rider, the withers, neck and head carriage would come higher, to further shift the balance to the hindquarters. Illustration: Posture from hollow to neck extension. (Philippe Karl) Twisted Truths of Modern Dressage.

22.01.2022 Hahahahahaha!!!

22.01.2022 My favourite movie of all time!!

22.01.2022 Reading #quote of the day, minds comes in handy

22.01.2022 R U OK Today is R U OK day. If everyone today, could just reach out to ONE person at least, and ask them this question. Sometimes it can mean the world to them, just by having a little chat, or even them knowing that someone cares <3 For those that may need any help or support:... Mensline Australia - 1300 789 978 Beyond Blue - 1300 22 4636 (24/7) Lifeline Australia - 13 11 14 Kids Helpline (Ages 5-25) - 1800 55 1800 (24/7) #ruokday See more

22.01.2022 COVID-19 UPDATE - 29 SEPTEMBER 2020 METROPOLITAN MELBOURNE STEP 2 From 11:59 pm on 27 September 2020, metropolitan Melbourne moved to the Second Step towards ...COVID Normal. The DHHS is currently updating their website, however, in summary, exercise is allowed within 5km of your home, or 5km from your workplace if you are on the permitted worker list (you must carry your permit). You can go riding within 5km of your home, but only where facilities are not required i.e. you can go for a trail ride within 5km of your home but you cannot go to your local club grounds. You must not travel more than 5km from where you live to exercise. You can also exercise within 5km of your workplace if you are a permitted worker, but you will have to carry your permitted worker permit. Exercise and outdoor social activity with members of your household or up to five people (including you, and from a maximum of two households) is permitted so long as you do not travel more than 5km. This must be in a public outdoor space and does not apply to people’s backyards or outdoor spaces connected to a home. You must limit your exercise to no more than two hours per day in total. Indoor facilities remain closed, unless you are a professional athlete, facility owner (where the facility is not open to the public) or are exempt under high performance guidelines (a permit is required) Restrictions related to exercising your horse on animal welfare grounds remain unchanged Coaching (in person) is still prohibited until such time as Metropolitan Melbourne reaches Step 3 restrictions. REGIONAL VICTORIA - STEP 3 On 17 September, regional Victoria moved to the Third Step of the roadmap for reopening Victoria. For sport and recreation in regional Victoria this includes: Indoor Facilities: - Indoor facilities remain closed, unless you are a professional athlete, facility owner (where the facility is not open to the public) or are exempt under high performance guidelines (a permit is required). Outdoor physical recreation: - Classes and training (coaching) can resume for up to ten people or a household - plus the trainer. - You should keep 1.5 metres between yourself and others and make sure any equipment is cleaned between users. - You must clean and disinfect equipment between users. Where possible you should minimise the sharing of equipment. Return to Equestrian Sport The advice published on 24 September 2020 for Regional Victoria’s ‘Return to Equestrian Sport’ remains unchanged. Please follow the link below for further information https://www.vic.equestrian.org.au//return-equestrian-compe

22.01.2022 A fantastic book for every rider and trainer wanting to develop there skills, confidence and balance in jumping! Every week i will post some new excercises every rider and horse combination can work on to help keep our focus during stage 4. Happy riding

21.01.2022 Haha yes this is definitely my current situation!!

21.01.2022 Happy 25th Birthday to Spirit. I just loved being able to photograph such a magnificent horse. Spirit, the Kiger Mustang stallion served as the artists muse and... model for the 2002 Dreamworks Animation film "Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron. " In April 2002, after completion of the film, DreamWorks chose Return to Freedom’s American Wild Horse Sanctuary to be Spirits permanent home. He serves as a prominent ambassador of the Kiger Mustang breed. Thank you Neda DeMayo and everyone at RTF for giving him and so many other wild horses an incredible home. https\://returntofreedom.org/what-we-do/sanctuary/our-horses/spirit Photos may be purchased at my website:https\://www.megfrederickphotography.com/Spirit-Stallion-Of-Cimarron All proceeds from photos sold will be directly donated to Return to Freedom to help care for Spirit and the other rescued horses. See more

20.01.2022 Hoolie and Rein have been enjoying the sunny warmer days this week!! They have been having lots of bonding time without there rugs on!!

20.01.2022 The last couple of days have been beautiful!!! We have been only working in hand as i don't have anywhere suitable to ride but Yesterday Hoolie and Rein had a bath whilst the sun was out #horsesofinstagram #horseridingcoach #happydays #thoroughbredsofinstagram #quarterhorsesofinstagram

20.01.2022 Why do I like horses? I think I must be mad. My mother wasn’t horsey - and neither was my dad. But the madness hit me early - and hit me like a curse. ... And I...’ve never got much better. In fact, I’ve just got worse. ...My stables are immaculate. My house is like a hovel. Last year for my birthday - I got a brand-new shovel. I hardly read a paper - but I know who’s sold their horse. And I wouldn’t watch the news - unless Mr Ed was on, of course. One eye’s always on the heavens - but washing waves in vain. As I rush to get the horses in - in case it’s going to rain. And though they’re wearing 15 rugs, the best that you can get, I bring them in to keep them dry - while I get soaking wet. I spend every pound I’ve got- on horsey stuff for sure. I buy saddles, bridles, fancy rugs - and then I buy some more. I should have had my hair cut - or bought that nice blue shirt, At least it wouldn’t now look ripped and showing up the dirt. I can’t make a bloody sponge cake- so I don’t even try. But I can back up a car and trailer in the twinkling of an eye. It’s jeans and joddy boots that I live in night and day. And that smell of sweaty horses just doesn’t wash away. Once every now and then I dress up for a ball, With make-up and posh hairdo- and high-heel shoes and all. I ache from long-forgotten falls. My knees have got no skin. My toes have gone a funny shape from being squashed again. But late at night, when all is still- and I’ve gone to give them hay, I touch their velvet softness and my worries float away. They give a gentle nicker and they nuzzle through my hair. And I know where my heart is - more here than anywhere!.....

20.01.2022 What a fun weekend of coaching, we worked on creating confident riders outside of the arena!! Or cowgirls as younger riders like to call themselves!!! I will post some videos separately!!

19.01.2022 What a beautiful winter day, it was perfect for coaching!!! #sunnywinter #perfectsunset #equestrianlife #equestrianvictoria #coacheslife #horsesofinstagram #poniesofinstagram

18.01.2022 These also apply to what you are doing as a professional in the horse business. Do you agree?

18.01.2022 Following consultation with the relevant government agencies, Equestrian Victoria, HRCAV, PCV and RDAV advise that the current restrictions for Stage 4 Metrop...olitan Melbourne and Stage 3 Regional Victoria, will remain in force until the Victorian Roadmap to Reopening commences from 11:59pm 13 September 2020. Read the current restrictions https://www.vic.equestrian.org.au//EQUESTRIAN%20VICTORIA%2 METROPOLITAN MELBOURNE ROADMAP For Metropolitan Melbourne, the First Step Commences at 11:59pm on 13 September 2020. Restrictions for equestrian activity remain the same as currently in place for Stage 4 - Metropolitan Melbourne. Subject to trigger points and public health advice, the government MAY then move Melbourne Metropolitan to the Second Step from 28 September 2020, but ONLY if those trigger points have been met. We are still awaiting clarification of what the impact on equestrians under Step 2, Metropolitan Melbourne may be. When will Metro Melbourne move to the Second Step Metro Melbourne can move to the second step after 28 September 2020 AND when we reach an average daily case rate in metro Melbourne of 30 to 50 cases over a 14 day period with public health advice regarding transmission source. Links: Website: https://www.vic.gov.au/coronavirus-covid-19-restrictions-ro PDF: http://bit.ly/MelbRoadmap REGIONAL VICTORIA ROADMAP For Regional Victoria, the Second Step commences at 11:59pm on 13 September 2020. Restrictions for equestrian activity remain the same as are currently in place for Stage 3 - Regional Victoria. When will Regional Victoria move to the Third Step When specified trigger points and public health conditions are met, then, the Government MAY move Regional Victoria to Step 3. Those trigger points are when: - Daily average number of cases in the last 14 days in Regional Victoria is less than 5 AND - Less than 0 cases in Regional Victoria with an unknown source in the last 14 days. Links: Website: https://www.vic.gov.au/restrictions-roadmap-regional-victor PDF: http://bit.ly/RegionalRoadmap The current provision to care for your horse/s under animal welfare grounds is still in place. This applies to both Metropolitan Melbourne and Regional Victoria. We must all remember that we are in the middle of a global pandemic. Victoria is at the centre of this pandemic in Australia, and how we all behave over the next few weeks determines how successful or otherwise we emerge on the other side. We understand that there will be disappointment and frustration that there is no further relaxation of restrictions at this point, but we will continue to advocate on behalf of the equestrian community. Once we have further information, we will email all members direct. MATTHEW BROWN CEO - Equestrian Victoria

16.01.2022 Who else sleeps like this

16.01.2022 Has becoming a professional riding instructor been easy for you? Now that you are here... what are you going to do to get to the next level?

16.01.2022 Nothing about coaching yet... Hoping for good news as the week goes on!!

16.01.2022 Starting the last week of 2020! Looking forward to a new start & exciting things to come in 2021!

15.01.2022 It was so lovely to see some of my students yesterday after such a long time!!! Please feel free to contact me to make a booking if you haven't already, i am booking up fast!

14.01.2022 Fisher showing how to wear a mask

14.01.2022 How did everyone go with last week's exercises? I'd love to see some pictures Here is the next 3. Happy riding everyone!!!! #horseriding #horseridingcoach #horsesofinstagram #poniesofinstagram #dressagecoach #jumpingcoach #polesandgrids #equestrianlife #equestrianvictoria #pcav #ponyclubvictoria

14.01.2022 Merry Christmas everyone, I hope you all have an amazing day with family and friends!!

13.01.2022 UPDATE: The new Spirit calendar is now available to order. Please follow this link to place your order :https://www.createphotocalendars.com//Spirit+2021+Calen...dar I am so excited to announce the Spirit 2021 calendar is now available to order. Celebrate your love of Spirit all year long with this gorgeous 2021 Calendar. Each month features a full page photo of Spirit. I have also included quotes from the movie Spirit, Stallion of Cimarron. Spirit served as muse and model for DreamWorks Animation’s beloved 2002 Oscar-nominated film, Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron. Happy 25th Birthday to Spirit. I just loved being able to photograph such a magnificent horse. Spirit, the Kiger Mustang stallion served as the artists muse and model for the 2002 Dreamworks Animation film "Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron. " In April 2002, after completion of the film, DreamWorks chose Return to Freedom’s American Wild Horse Sanctuary to be Spirits permanent home. He serves as a prominent ambassador of the Kiger Mustang breed. Thank you Neda DeMayo and everyone at RTF for giving him and so many other wild horses an incredible home. https\://returntofreedom.org/what-we-do/sanctuary/our-horses/spirit Photos may be purchased at my website: https\://www.megfrederickphotography.com/Spirit-Stallion-Of-Cimarron All proceeds from photos sold will be directly donated to Return to Freedom to help care for Spirit and the other rescued horses. See more

13.01.2022 Happy birthday everyone!!!

12.01.2022 Jumping lesson with Edie and Bambie, such little legends!! #poniesofinstagram #showjumpersinthemaking #ponies #equestrianlife #equestrianvictoria #equestrianlifestyle #horsemad #coacheslife

12.01.2022 It has been confirmed that equestrian events at the Paris 2024 Olympics will be held at Versailles. The famous palace of Louis XIV will provide a fabulous backd...rop for Olympic and Paralympic horse sport, with organisers confirming that all equestrian events will take place at the UNESCO World Heritage Site.... Read more: www.equestrianlife.com.au//Equestrian-events-at-Paris-2024 Image: Paris 2024 #eqlifeaus

12.01.2022 Sunny days are for trail riders!!!

12.01.2022 During lock down I've been spending some time studying the special Olympics courses! There is some fantastic information in there and is really going to assist me in coaching those with disabilities #horseridingcoach #horsesofinstagram #ponyclubvictoria #poniesofinstagram #equestrianvictoria #specialolympics

12.01.2022 Equine Dreams is a family owned business in Macclesfield Victoria that specialises in a variety of equine washes, professionally formulated to enhance shine & c...leanliness in horses. Quality products that are locally made, eco friendly, cruelty free & gentle on animals skin. Please Private Message us for any inquiries and to place an order. Flat rate Postage is $10 Australia wide! Refer to images for products and pricing. Also suitable for dogs & cats! #ecofriendly #crueltyfree #siliconefree #parabenfree #soapfree #phbalanced #sulphatefree

11.01.2022 Wooo hooo some good news!!! I will start getting in contact with you all

11.01.2022 A State of Disaster has been declared in Victoria, with new restrictions for both Melbourne metropolitan and regional Victoria. We, along with HRCAV and... Pony Club Victoria, are working through the implications for our community and will make a detailed statement tomorrow. #staysafe #loveyourhorse

11.01.2022 I was born and raised in Sydney a big city. My dad was not a handy fellow. He couldn’t fix things or build things. He had many skills and many accomplishments..., but being able to repair or construct things was not one of them. When stuff broke or he needed things made, he called somebody. Whether it was servicing a car, building a fence, painting a room, or fixing a light switch, dad relied on somebody else. As a result, he never taught me to be handy. In that regard, I am definitely my father’s son. I envy friends who can pull apart an engine or watch and fix them. However, since we moved to a more remote area and bought 150 acres and have lots of machines and tools, it has become necessary for me to pick up some skills as a handy guy. I have learned to service the generator and chain saw. I have figured out how to build a fence, hang a gate, and lay a water pipe. The thing that made this possible for me that my dad didn’t have access to is the internet. There is hardly anything that I can’t find on how to do from the internet. Even wading through the complexity of building my web site or publishing my books was figured out via the internet. I don’t know anybody who does not have access to the internet even if it is through a public library. There is so much information out there for everybody to access unlike it was for my dad. So my question is, with the easy access to all this information in the world, why do some people still use barbaric training methods on horses? I’m not talking about just a bias for one type of training over another like choosing the difference between Pat Parelli and Klaus Hempfling. I’m talking about choosing methods that are abusive and inherently cruel, such as tying a horse’s head around to one side for 4 hours to teach them to give to the bit or spurring them until they bleed to teach them to go forward, or tying their head down to a set of hobbles between their front legs to teach them to lower their heads. I’m talking about methods that everybody can recognize as obviously cruel. Why do people still tie up horses to big posts and flood them with plastic bags? Why do people still start 2yo and compete with them? Why do people still beat horses to make them load into a trailer? A few nights ago I was having dinner with some friends and a story came up about a child’s pony that was competing and routinely ridden with a twisted wire bit to control the horse. A few years ago I had a horse in training that I noticed had a lot of scarring in its mouth from the harsh use of bits. Another trainer told me he had a horse that had calluses on the bars of the mouth because the previous owner would slice the mouth with a knife to make it sensitive to the bit. A trainer in Australia has a video available showing a horse with heavy bolts hanging from its halter to teach the horse not to weave. Anytime the horse moved its head it would be whacked in the face with one or more bolts. There are videos of a well-known Dutch trainer who breaks in horses with no preparation. As soon as the horse stops bucking with the saddle, he gets on and rides the horse while another fellow on the ground drives it forward with a whip. In some states of Australia, there is hurdle racing where horses are made to gallop flat-out over jumps and several are killed each year. There is so much information about good training methods and horse welfare that just about everybody can access easily, that it bamboozles me that I sometimes still see methods being used that belong in medieval torture chambers. How can this still be happening? When I was younger, all we had were books and lessons for learning about training. But nowadays, there are DVDs, books, YouTube, internet forums, clinics, and even online courses that are within reach of nearly everybody. It’s almost impossible to avoid them. People no longer have to rely on their fathers or uncles to learn all there is to know about horses and horsemanship. So what is stopping people from learning a better way? Why do some people still resort to barbarism? Is it just a refusal to change or a belief that they are right or a romantic idea about the good ol’ days and tradition? I know most people have good intentions towards their horses and probably nobody sets out to be deliberately cruel or abusive. However, despite good intentions, some people seem to be unaware or lack empathy for how a horse feels. They treat them like they are dumb, disobedient, and even spiteful. They act as if they don’t even like horses. How can this thinking still be so prevalent at a time when there is so much convincing information that horses are not like that and there is a much better way to approach horses? The best relationship a person can have with a horse is based on empathy and an understanding of how it thinks and feels. Why would anybody want a relationship based on conflict, intimidation, and helplessness? Photo: Using a parasol to protect horses from sun exposure is just one of the kindness you'll see at my clinics. It’s just the kind of thoughtful trainer I am.

11.01.2022 When you have had a nice bath and a new rug put on a roll in the mud is definitely the next step!!! #mudmonster #horseridingcoach #horsesofinstagram #springhorse #poniesofinstagram #equestrianlifestyle #equestrianvictoria

10.01.2022 A horse doesn’t care how much you know until he knows how much you care. Put your hand on your horse and your heart in your hand. Pat Parelli

09.01.2022 COVID-19 UPDATE RESTRICTIONS EASED FROM 11.59pm ON TUESDAY 27th OCTOBER METRO MELBOURNE Summary of the Third Step and further easing of restrictions The lates...t easing of restrictions for Metro Melbourne allows an increase in activities for horse owners / equestrians. From 11.59pm on Tuesday 27th October 2020 - there are no restrictions on reasons to leave the house BUT you must stay within 25kms of home when engaged in equestrian activities and you may not cross the Melbourne/Regional Victoria border. Exceptions to the travel restrictions include: COACHING Professional equestrian coaches may travel outside a 25km radius from home including over the Melbourne/Regional Vic border provided they can produce their Permitted Worker Permit. CARE OF HORSES Owners, lessees and carers of horses are permitted to travel outside a 25km radius from home including over the Melbourne/Regional Vic border to care for their horse on welfare grounds. They should carry proof of their requirement to travel to provide care for the horse/s e.g.: registration papers, agistment contract etc. PROVIDED YOU REMAIN WITHIN YOUR 25km BUBBLE & FOLLOW GATHERING, HYGIENE AND SOCIAL DISTANCING REQUIREMENTS YOU MAY RETURN TO EQUESTRIAN ACTIVITIES. You can: Ride your horse Care for your horse Have lessons Give lessons Attend rallies or clinics Attend competitions RESTRICTIONS AFFECTING EQUESTRIAN ACTIVITIES IN MELBOURNE METRO Indoor arenas remain closed. Activities must be outdoors and restricted to groups of up to ten people. More than one group of ten people can attend a venue provided 100m distance between groups can be maintained and there is no mixing of groups. Coaching may involve a group of up to ten people plus the coach. Rallies and clinics may involve a group of up to ten people plus coach/s and personnel required to run the activity. Competitions may be held with numbers limited by venue size/ social distancing requirements. No spectators. Essential support persons and event officials only. Face masks must be worn unless you are out of breath or have a valid reason for not wearing a mask. As per our previous advice, Club grounds and equestrian facilities may open provided: The owners/operators/Clubs have a COVIDSafe Plan in place including a booking or tracing system to facilitate recording of users’ details and to limit numbers in accordance with current restrictions. Club/Equestrian centre indoor facilities (e.g.: clubrooms) remain closed except for toilets. Competitions may be held provided a COVIDSafe Plan is in place including tracing, gathering, hygiene and social distancing requirements. Basic requirements include: - 10 riders at venue plus coach/s and essential support personnel (unless venue size allows more than one group of 10) - Maintain 1.5m social distancing - Record participants’ name/phone and time at venue - 4m distance between parked cars and floats - Every second yard/stable to remain vacant - Encourage good hygiene practices including wearing of face masks COVIDSafe Plans are required for organised equestrian activities. Equestrian Victoria has developed COVIDSafe Plans for a Return to COVIDSafe Competition please refer to the EV website for further information on running competitions, squads, training and clinics during COVID-19. The next Victorian Government review of restrictions for the Melbourne Metro area is scheduled for 9th November. Subject to Government confirmation, the 25km travel limit and Melbourne Metro / Regional Victoria border will be removed, allowing state wide travel. REGIONAL VICTORIA From 11.59pm on Tuesday 27th October, Third Step Restrictions in Regional Victoria are easing further. For equestrian, this means: INDOOR ARENAS can re-open with a limit on the number of people indoors. Exercise, training and coaching can resume with up to 10 people per indoor space and a limit of 20 people per facility. Equipment must be cleaned between uses. You should wear a face mask unless you are out of breath. Exercise must be non-contact. INDOOR NON-CONTACT SPORT can resume for those aged 18 years and under. Indoor sport can resume with up to 10 people per indoor space and a limit of 20 people per facility. Indoor sport is limited to the minimum number of people required to play the sport. Equipment must be cleaned between uses. There are limits on spectators to one parent, guardian or carer where the child requires supervision. TRAVELLING INTO MELBOURNE METRO You may not cross the border into the Melbourne Metro area unless: You are a professional coach with a Permitted Worker Permitted travelling for work or You are required to care for a horse/s on welfare grounds. You should carry proof of the requirement to travel to provide care for the horse/s e.g.: registration papers, agistment contract etc Matthew Brown CEO, Equestrian Victoria Read this release on our website https://www.vic.equestrian.org.au//covid-19-update-restric

09.01.2022 Is this still... true for you?

09.01.2022 You may think that you're ready for the fancy warmblood, you may think you're ready for the 16hh+ sports horse. The truth is... The horse you trust will take yo...u further than anything you can imagine. The horses you laugh with will give you their heart. You don't need to lunge before every ride, lead out with a hefty bit, have an extra tack room for all of your gadgets to taste success. Just enjoy it and the rest will come. So to all the owners who don't have recorded breeding, the owners of fluffy feet, to those of you who aren't taken seriously in the warm up ring. Keep pushing, your story is so special, and it might be too late before you realise just what you have Be bold, be brave and be bloody brilliant.

09.01.2022 Oh I love this !!!!

09.01.2022 What a fun weekend of coaching!! 7 private lessons yesterday and Dandenong Ranges pony club rally today, well done everyone!!! #horseriding #horseridingcoach #horsesofinstagram #poniesofinstagram #dressage #showjumping #equestrianvictoria #equestrianlifestyle

09.01.2022 Hi everyone, This is the latest information released from EA. Due to stage 4 restrictions, i am not allowed to travel for coaching for the next 6 weeks. ... Please do not hesitate to contact me, if you would like a chat! I am still available to assist with any questions that may arise over this period I'm just a phone call away.

09.01.2022 Yesterday, 27 September, the Premier announced that Metropolitan Melbourne will move ahead to Step 2 of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) reopening roadmap, effective ...from midnight last night. https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/second-step-restrictions-summar We are meeting with the Government later this afternoon and will communicate any changes in restrictions for equestrian sport under Step 2 tomorrow.

08.01.2022 Horses are much better than politics! :D credits: Pinterest

08.01.2022 Maddy's first time cantering properly in the arena !!! Yippi

08.01.2022 Congratulations Edith and Bambie, you have both come so far in such a short time frame!!! Looking forward to seeing you soon!!

07.01.2022 I get to meet some pritty cute animals whilst I'm out coaching, this is a day old Lamb i met at gembrook vet clinic!! #cutenessoverload #coacheslife #gembrookvet

07.01.2022 Sad but true :( credits: Pinterest

07.01.2022 Congratulations to Karen who has been battling her fears and had her first trot in 2.5 years on the lovely Grace!! Proud coach moment!!!

07.01.2022 Thursday's are riding, coaching and mask wearing days #kickingcovidinthebutt #mask #coacheslife #equestrianlife #equestrianvictoria

07.01.2022 This is a great exercise for everyone to do!!

06.01.2022 CORONAVIRUS - YARRA RANGES LOCKDOWN. Finally, its been confirmed: Horse riding / care is permitted during Stage 3 Lockdown in Melbourne Metro/Mitchell Shire re...stricted area, which includes the Yarra Ranges, as advised by the Government. Horse Riding schools can operate - two students plus an instructor (max 3 at a time) Off property riding to exercise your horse Travel to a second property only to feed/care/ride Travel to transport horses if needed 1.5 metres physical distancing, hand hygiene before and after, and no sharing of equipment. Any questions? [email protected]

06.01.2022 Lila and Scarlet, have been building an amazing connection over the last few months! They have recently started some in hand work which is aiding there ridden work, here they are learning about neck extensions. I am so excited to see this pair grow and improve over time!! #horsesofinstagram #equestrianlife #equestrianlifestyle #equestrianvictoria #chestnut #thoroughbredsofinstagram #equestrianvictoria #equestriansofinstagram #coacheslife

05.01.2022 Rein my golden pony!! #wintersunset #horsesofinstagram #horseridingcoach #equestrianlife #equestrianvictoria

04.01.2022 Do you agree? Is there anything else that you would add?

03.01.2022 WEDNESDAY 5 AUGUST 2020 STAGE 3 REGIONAL VICTORIA & STAGE 4 METROPOLITAN MELBOURNE Equestrian Victoria is still awaiting formal government advice re travel ...and care for horses under COVID-19 Stage 3 and Stage 4 Restrictions. In the event you are stopped whilst travelling to care for your horse(s) please advise the relevant authorities that: Equestrian Victoria advises that you have a positive obligation under the Section 9 of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act 1986 to ensure your animals are fed, watered, exercised and sheltered". We also recommend you carry both your horse registration papers and any documentation related to agistment with you when travelling. We will provide an update as soon as we have formal advice from the Victorian Government. You can download this statement for printing and to carry with you here: https://www.vic.equestrian.org.au//Holding_Statement_S3_S4 Thank you for your patience. Matthew Brown Chief Executive Officer - Equestrian Victoria

03.01.2022 We are in to week 2 of stage 4 lockdown and i hope everyone is keeping busy!! Here is the next 3 excersises out of 101 jump excercises for horse and rider. I would love to see some pictures of you all riding #horsesofinstagram #horseridingcoach #ponyclubvictoria #poniesofinstagram #coachinglife #dressage #jumping #equestrianvictoria

03.01.2022 How bit pressure affects the movement of the hindlimb!!! The horses tongue attaches to the Hyoid bone (see photos) The hyoid is Intimately connected to the airw...ays and therefore affects the horses breathing, and is connected to hind limb via fascial. See below Sternohyoideus connects the hyoid to the sternum Omohyoideus connects the hyoid to the inside of the shoulder -Direct connection from the tongue to the sternum and shoulder along the bottom of the horses neck. Tension in the tongue tension in sternum horse cant lift through back to allow for collection- affects hindquarters Small muscles also connect the hyoid bones to the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and the poll. The TMJ is an important center for nerves that control the horses balance and proprioception. And the pollits ability to bend and flexis of central concern to the dressage rider. Because of the small muscles connecting them, there is a very close relationship (which few riders know about) between the horses tongue, hyoid bones, TMJ, poll, head, and neck. When the horses tongue is free and soft, all of this translates into a horse who is better able to move well, with coordination, improved balance, and a significantly lengthened stride.(L.Tellington- Jones 2013) L.Tellington-Jones (2013) Dressage with Mind, Body & Soul: A 21st-century Approach to the Science and Spirituality of Riding and Horse-and-rider Well-being.Trafalga Square. ISBN9781570764264

03.01.2022 Hi Everyone, I am waiting for some clarification from Equestrian Australia about commencing coaching. Hopefully I will have an answer in the next couple of days !!

02.01.2022 Congratulations to all the riders that braved the cold and wet weather over the last couple of days!!!! #dressagetraining #polesandgrids #equestrianvictoria #equestrianlife #winterishere

02.01.2022 How #quote of the day, much more could you want!