‘Training Our Inner Voice’ This was a wonderful and insightful evening presentation which I felt added another level to the work which Charlie already does, not only with riders directly but also with coaches. The presentation’s study focus resonated threefold, firstly on a personal level analysing our own coaching performance, also as facilitators of a positive learning experience for our clients, and finally in managing team dynamics too. (A note here that Charlie has written…
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Firstly, we must thank Jen Morris for organising another fantastic zoom session, this time with Alice Hughes BVMS BAEDT MRCVS. Jen started off by introducing Alice, who Jen used to teach at Pony Club and now Alice is married with children and is her vet. Alice is part of a large practice in Aberdeen called Ardene House Vet Practice Ltd and has lots of exciting, new techniques. Alice started off by informing us she is…
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I first would personally like to thank the F & I Association committee for their swift embracing of technology giving all of us greater access to fantastic trainers and coaches regardless of geographical location. Here in Ireland our ease of access to top coaches is often limited. I hope even when we “return to normal” that zoom may still offer greater opportunity for learning! Special thanks to Amy Bannister-Bell for organising Erik to talk to…
Read MoreF&I – Report on “How to deliver a professional online seminar”
By Jo Winfield FBHS To most horse people the mention of IT sends a shiver down the spine! I am no exception! However Jo dispelled all these thoughts and unravelled the mystery of IT for our coaching programmes. Her preparation was very concise, sending out her plan on a PowerPoint beforehand, so we could be ready for the live presentation. In the housekeeping prelude she explained the importance of protection not only of underage clients and GDPR but…
Read MoreEric Smiley’s Course Walk to Training Report
Correct Speed . Arrival. Set tone for course. Correct Speed . Scope . Brave. When to balance. How much. When to turn , line, left or rt. When to balance , what canter. What position. Balance. Distance, speed of thought off bank ( alternative ), focus horse. Gallop, when to balance. Line in and out. Honesty to left. 7,8. Mind game. Are you in gear? Line , speed. Choose and get…
Read MoreRichard Davison and Caroline Moore Training Philosophies Zoom Webinar Report
F&I ‘Annual Course’ – Wednesday 6th January 2021, 7pm, via zoom It is uncertain whether the 80 F&I members attending on Wednesday 6th January was indicative of our appetite for knowledge or a desire to escape the chaos of the outside world! One thing is for sure, many of us have significantly upskilled our tech knowledge and ability over the last 10 months – and some of the opportunities this affords us are invaluable. Danny…
Read MoreReport from F&I Webinar – “Biomechanics of Horse and Rider from a Coaching Perspective” delivered by Dr Russell Mackechnie-Guire
Ruth Baxter kindly organised the Webinar on the “Biomechanics of Horse and Rider from a Coaching Perspective” delivered by Dr Russell Mackechnie-Guire on 4th Nov 2020. After a few anxious moments linking up to the Webinar which Ruth planned so well we were treated to a most wonderful 2 hours of research that is ground breaking to say the least! I sat riveted to my chair listening to and watching a fantastic revelation of knowledge that…
Read MoreReport from Performance Psychologist Charlie Unwin’s Zoom Presentation on 7th Sept 2020
“Mental Fitness for Equestrian Athletes” So, some salient points from last night: Firstly, how wonderful to get together with so many like-minded people with such a huge range of experience – and why ever don’t we do it more often? It’s so stimulating and thought- provoking. Charlie is a super presenter with endless enthusiasm for his subject and clear thought processes which are all very relevant to us as Coaches. We started by discussing what…
Read MoreReport on the F&I Training Day, Tuesday 1st September 2020, with Judy Harvey FBHS
Our first day out for the F & I Association since the Annual course dawned warm and sunny as we made our way to Judy Harvey’s yard in Buckinghamshire. Judy has been a long time member and supporter and is generous in allowing us to watch and learn from her own riding and coaching skills. Covid 19 procedures were in place and we all socially distanced as you can see from the photograph, we all…
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