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A Unique Clinic by Ailish Hill DressageAilish Hill, an esteemed dressage trainer and equine psychotherapist and Counselor, presents a unique clinic designed for horse riders, intertwining her expertise in dressage with her profound understanding of the human and equine nervous systems. This clinic offers an innovative approach, providing riders with insights into themselves, their horses, and the intricate connection between their nervous systems. By fostering a deeper relationship with their horses, participants can enhance their dressage training and overall performance.
Understanding the Connection: Human and Equine Nervous Systems
The nervous system plays a crucial role in regulating both human and equine behavior and responses. For dressage riders, understanding their own nervous system, as well as that of their horse, can lead to significant improvements in communication, trust, and performance. Ailish Hill's clinic aims to demystify the nervous system, offering practical techniques to help riders and horses achieve a state of calm and focus.
The Impact of Anxiety on Dressage Performance
Over her decades of experience, Ailish Hill has encountered numerous dressage enthusiasts who struggle with anxiety. This anxiety not only affects their performance in competitions but also influences their daily training routines and personal lives. By addressing the root causes of anxiety, riders can develop strategies to manage their stress, leading to a more harmonious and effective partnership with their horses.
The Clinic Structure
Ailish Hill's clinic is structured to provide a comprehensive learning experience, combining psychoeducation with practical exercises. The clinic runs for four hours and accommodates small groups of 2 to 4 people, ensuring personalized attention and support.
Non-Horse Component: Psychoeducation and Nervous System Reset
The first hour of the clinic focuses on the riders themselves, with a non-horse component dedicated to psychoeducation. During this session, participants will learn about the nervous system and practice exercises designed to reset and regulate their own nervous systems. This foundational knowledge is crucial for understanding how their state of mind impacts their interactions with their horses.
Tea, Coffee, and Light Refreshments
To create a relaxed and welcoming environment, tea, coffee, and light refreshments will be available throughout the clinic. This provides an opportunity for participants to connect and share their experiences, fostering a sense of community among like-minded individuals.
Exploring the Human-Horse Relationship
The core of the clinic delves into the relationship between riders and their horses. Participants will engage in activities designed to enhance attunement, develop a sense of safety, and build trust. By understanding and responding to their horses' body language, riders can create a more cooperative and willing partnership.
Developing Strategies for Success
During the clinic, riders will work on identifying and overcoming barriers to their success. This involves exploring their own internal thoughts, expectations, and posture, as well as their interactions with their horses. By developing tailored strategies, participants can address these challenges and improve their overall performance.
Attunement Activities
Attunement activities are a key component of the clinic, aimed at fostering a deeper connection between riders and their horses. These exercises help riders become more aware of their horses' signals and responses, leading to a more intuitive and effective training process.
Achieving Harmony in Dressage Training
The ultimate goal of Ailish Hill's clinic is to help riders achieve harmony in their dressage training. By integrating nervous system regulation techniques and attunement activities, participants will learn to create a supportive and cooperative training environment. This holistic approach not only enhances performance but also strengthens the bond between rider and horse.
Conclusion
Ailish Hill's dressage clinic offers a transformative experience for riders, blending the art of dressage with the science of nervous system regulation. By understanding and managing their own and their horses' nervous systems, participants can achieve a higher level of performance and a more fulfilling partnership. This clinic is a must-attend for any horse owner enthusiast looking to deepen their connection with their horse and enhance their training techniques.
Through this unique approach, Ailish Hill continues to make a significant impact in the world of dressage, helping riders and horses alike to thrive both in and out of the arena.
Get your bookings in early as places will be limited. $145pp come for the whole 4 hours or just your allocated time including the group discussion/presentation. Fence sitters welcome at $50pp.
Located at Nambour Showgrounds Indoor Arena.
Yards or stables are available at an additional cost booked through Nambour Showgrounds.
Light Refreshments Available
Approximate Timetable:
1pm to 3pm: Private 30min riding lessons,
3pm: group practical theory on nervous system regulation
4pm: group horsemanship lesson
Bookings required to be paid in full by 15th April 2025
Cancellations Non-refundable or replacement rider to be arranged.
Bookings or enquiries via:
0421849439
[email protected]
or PM
Thankyou, Happy Riding. Look forward to seeing you there!
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Nambour Showgrounds, Nambour,QLD,Australia
