Richmond Valley Riding School in Richmond, Tasmania | Sports & fitness instruction

Richmond Valley Riding School

Locality: Richmond, Tasmania

Phone: +61 418 602 672

Address: 100 Richmond Valley Road 7025 Richmond, TAS, Australia

Website: http://www.horseridingtasmania.net

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25.01.2022 Safety Fact of the Week: Equine body language Did you know that you can read a horses body language to keep you safer? For example a pony with their ears pinned back against their head is giving a warning to "give me space", while ears moving shows listening and attentivness. Reading body language is a skill that can take a while to master, so it is prudent to have an experienced horse person (an instructor is a great idea) with you whenever you are interacting with horses o...r ponies. Which pony in the picture is giving a warning to "back off"? Comment below Remember we have gift vouchers for birthdays, xmas or just because sessions.

24.01.2022 Hello All Riders and future riders.Sorry to say for at least the next 4 weeks, due Government recommendation at present for people to stay home and stay in their Suburb unless absolutely necessary along with the banning of gatherings of more than 2 people we now decided to shut our doors from yesterday.( This includes private one on one lessons in the interest of safety for all) We will contact everyone asap as soon as we are able to safely reopen. For regular riders who are... able to resume lessons when we open again, those same day/time spaces will be available to you. For casual or one off or riders or people with gift vouchers we will endeavour to phone you to discuss available options or please phone us. Warmest of regards and stay safe. Kim, Cassie RVRS See more

24.01.2022 Congratulations to our winners in the Winter Obstacle Course Challenge 2019. We had so many competitors this year it was very tough scoring everyone, but we managed all the math, lol. Rosettes and prizes will be given out at your next lesson.

21.01.2022 Safety Fact of the Week: Saddles fitting the Rider Did you know there are a variety of saddles to fit all shapes and sizes of ponies, horses and riders? There are even different styles for different disciplines. Incorrect saddle sizing can affect rider stability and comfort, making for an unpleasant ride. ... Incorrect saddle fitting for the pony/horse can also cause discomfort in the pony/horse to the point of causing undesirable behaviours. Here at Richmond Valley Riding School we have saddles as tiny as 12inches for little riders or up to 18inches for Adults. We have both dressage saddles and general purpose saddles, on occassion we also have a demonstration western or stock saddle to enjoy. Remember we have gift vouchers for birthdays, xmas or just because sessions.

20.01.2022 It is with a heavy heart that we at Richmond Valley Riding School announce that due to Government advice that everyone stay in their homes or suburbs except for... Essential Services we are closed for lessons ( even one on one private lessons in the interest of safety for all)for the duration of this Covid 19 Pandemic to try and help prevent the spread. Let’s hope Tasmania gets back to normal sooner rather than later. Please don’t hesitate to phone with any queries or concerns and of course to re-book when able to do so. Stay safe, stay well and hope to see you all in the Spring. Warmest Regards Kim, Ken and Cassie

17.01.2022 Kim & Cas, enjoying trailing different riding school ponies most days on our property, looking forward to re opening when the government give the ok, hopefully not too far down the track. Take care everyone and stay safe.

12.01.2022 Kim and Honey Bear enjoying the lovely sunny weather during Isolation

06.01.2022 See you all soon

03.01.2022 Safety Fact of the Week: Monkey Grips Did you know Monkey grips/Balance straps can be fitted to most saddles to give an extra piece of support to riders if required. Monkey grips can be made from leather or synthetic etc, some are even built into little saddles as a fixed rubber handle.... Here at Richmond Valley Riding School we have a monkey grip on every saddle. We use monkey grips as an alternative to holding the pommel, to help riders find balance while learning to rise trot, so no one accidentally pulls a pony in the mouth. They are also used to slip grass reins through or our little plastic horseshoe game pieces. Our riders love the extra security, and feel much better knowing they can always grab it if they get the wobbles. Remember we have gift vouchers for birthdays, xmas or just because

03.01.2022 http:// Friday Fact - Mounting problems // These days, many riders use a mounting block to mount the horse, often because it is believed that mounting from the groun...d can have negative health effects on the horse's back. The problem with using a mounting block is that if the horse walks off, as many do, the rider has to abandon mounting and restart. The horse learns very rapidly (through the process of negative reinforcement) that walking off removes the rider, if only temporarily, so the horse perfects this strategy. It is useful then, to train a horse not only to stand immobile (park) by the mounting block, but also to step his hindquarters toward it if he happens not to be close enough, or if he has learnt he can swing away. The rider should have trained the horse thoroughly in 'go', 'stop' and 'yield' beforehand. Now it is time to train the horse to step his hindquarters toward you from a voice command. You need a different voice command to step the horse toward you, such as the word 'here'. Begin against the wall as this dramatically facilitates the offering of the correct response. Reach across his back, toward the wall with the whip and gently tap his hindquarters until they step toward you, at which point 'stop' tapping and return the whip to your side immediately. Repeat until the horse anticipates the tapping and steps toward you solely from the visual stimulus of the whip reaching across. This may take a few or many repetitions. Now classically condition the voice command 'here' by saying it just before you reach across to tap him. When he steps easily toward you from the voice command, you can now repeat this while standing on the mounting block. (Excerpt from the book 'Academic Horse Training', p. 272)

02.01.2022 Some of our riding school horses at the end of a busy day, allowed to be horses in a beautiful herd situation free to roam hill and dale, bush and pasture, all wonderful for their mind and muscle. Horses truly benefit from social interaction in so many ways.

02.01.2022 Safety Fact of the Week: Size and Skill appropriate ponies/horses Just like bikes, horses come in all shapes and sizes, but you wouldn't ask a 3yr old to ride a grownups mountain bike would you? Here at Richmond Valley Riding School we have 12 ponies and horses suited for beginners, basics or more advanced. We have ponies as little as 87cm for toddlersl to larger ponies, galloways and hacks.... We match our riders to a suitable size/experienced pony and only as rider skills improve are they encouraged to try a bigger or more challenging mount. You will not find beginner riders under 10years old on the "bigger guys" as we have various size ponies from shetlands to welsh mountain crossbreeds who are delightful and appropriate for children and small adults. Gift vouchers available for birthdays, Christmas or just because.

01.01.2022 Meet Misty our gorgeous cuddly fleabitten grey. At 12hh our little grey welsh mountain pony is a trooper as the leader for over half the trail rides we take here on our property. She is an aged mare who enjoys making a nest and sleeping in a pile of hay on cold days. Her favourite treat is definitely the rare licorice piece found at the end of a sunny day riding. ... Misty is a sensitive little girl only suitable for very neat confident riders, but for the coaches she's lovely. Cassie would say "she's my extra pair of legs". Don't forget xmas is right around the corner! We offer gift cards for birthdays, xmas or just because.