Here is a short video of Norman schooling himself. Undulating ground adds to fitness and balance, so if you do not have a sand school, good old-fashioned grass is fine. Just check the footing is not slippery first. Working without a lunge line, in a secure place, helps you to develop communication with your body language and voice.
Out-take Claire Lilley talking about her latest book. Is it wise to be interviewed by your husband? Dougald and I laughed so much at the out takes we thought we would share this one with you!
An interview with Claire Lilley about The Psychology of Horsemanship (with her husband Dougald Ballardie)
Perdido and I ventured off to the South West Iberian Show recently. He is such a cool dude, and really looked after me. So many new experiences to tackle for us!
We both had a lovely time, having not been to any shows since last year.
He coped really well with the environment, and did not bat an eyelid at anything.
We came fifth in the in-hand PRE stallions, third in ridden PRE stallion, and won first place at the Friday evening Parade class. This was our first outing in our Spanish gear, so very exciting!
I have been involved with Spanish horses for most of my equestrian career, both as a trainer and rider. The most recent addition to the family is PRE Perdido, a stallion imported from Spain a couple of years ago. I am really enjoying a new lease of life, venturing out into the world of showing and dressage again after a ten year break.
We have competed in dressage and showing at Hartpury at the GBPRE shows in the last couple of years.
Perdido passed the ANCCE stallion grading in 2019 at The Unicorn Trust. He has super conformation and a wonderful attitude to life, and a pleasure to own. Look out for further updates in our progress soon!
