A Look at Equine Assisted Therapy
Wednesday, May 08 2013
We all know the impact that horseback riding can have on a life, and many riders joke that their horses are their four-legged therapists. But in the world of therapeutic riding, the horses truly DO become therapists, and they accomplish incredible feats. Therapeutic riding first gained popularity in the 1950’s, with the first riding centers in North America opening in the 1960’s.
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Miami Beach Polo on Sidelines TV
Wednesday, May 08 2013
Beach Polo is becoming Internationally popular. We attended the 2013 La Martina Miami Beach Polo World Cup and get to talk with players Alicia Harden, Laura Wilson and Coco Smith about the experience.
- Published in Sidelines TV
Educational Day at Southern 8ths Long Format Breathes New Life into an Old Classic
Tuesday, May 07 2013
So8ths/Nikon Three-Day Event Off to a Great Start What a brilliant first day! The annual So8ths/Nikon Three-Day Event held at Southern 8ths Farm in Chesterfield, SC keeps setting new standards. This year the educational day on May 2 garnered rave reviews from competitors and officials.
- Published in What's Happenin', Z-Blogs
SoftTree Saddles USA New FlexEE Leather Tree Saddle from Enlightened Equitation
Tuesday, May 07 2013
Are you looking for an affordable saddle that is correctly proportioned, easily conforms to almost any horse and provides the horse complete freedom of movement? WA, USA – May 5, 2008 – SoftTree Saddles USA, US Distributor of Enlightened Equitation’s line of Luxurious Soft-Tree Saddles, seat savers, pads and accessories, designed by English Classical Equitation expert, Heather Moffett, announces the introduction of a brand new line of budget priced saddles for 2013, the FlexEE, Flexible Leather Tree Saddle. Designed to effortlessly place the rider in the correct position, the FlexEE is an ideal affordable and flexible option for beginners and professionals alike! By recreating a historical leather tree design, Heather has built a traditional saddle that conforms to almost any horse using one basic tree shape.
- Published in What's Happenin', Z-Blogs
Cross-Country Day at So8ths/Nikon HOTC Three-Day Event
Monday, May 06 2013
It was another exciting day at Southern 8ths Farm for the So8ths/Nikon Three-Day Event in the “Heart of the Carolinas,” on Saturday, May 4. Beginner Novice, Novice and Training level riders challenged a course designed by well-known course designer Tremaine Cooper and built by Tyson Rementer. Leading the way in the Beginner Novice division after combining both their Dressage and Cross-Country scores were Kathy Viele and Matariki with their low score of 33.40.
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
Keeping Riders Cool During the Summer
Monday, May 06 2013
The summer brings with it wonderful weather for riding, but it also brings the challenge of staying cool in the saddle. Last week we looked at ways to keep your horse cool and comfortable – now let’s take a look at some measures you can take to keep yourself comfortable while riding in the heat.
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Country music legend Lee Greenwood on Sidelines TV
Sunday, May 05 2013
Prolific country music artist Lee Greenwood at his very first Polo Match which happens to be the US Open at the International Polo Club in Wellington Florida.
- Published in Sidelines TV
Dressage Riders are in top for at So8ths/Nikon Three-Day
Saturday, May 04 2013
On Friday, May 3, competitors in three different divisions rode Dressage tests in the beautifully manicured Southern 8ths arena for the So8ths/Nikon Three-Day Event in the “Heart of the Carolinas.” The riders, who traveled from several different states, seemed thrilled with the first day of the Long Format Event. In essence the best Dressage scores set the tone for the remainder of the competition
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
Dressage Riders are in top form at So8ths/Nikon Three-Day
Saturday, May 04 2013
On Friday, May 3, competitors in three different divisions rode Dressage tests in the beautifully manicured Southern 8ths arena for the So8ths/Nikon Three-Day Event in the “Heart of the Carolinas.” The riders, who traveled from several different states, seemed thrilled with the first day of the Long Format Event. In essence the best Dressage scores set the tone for the remainder of the competition. If a horse and rider have a low score, and accrue no penalty points over the next two days, they come out on top
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
Churchill Downs – Home of The Kentucky Derby!
Saturday, May 04 2013
By Jan Westmark-Allan The Barbaro statue at Churchill Downs I am the first to admit that I am not a racehorse aficionado, and while I love Thoroughbreds I don’t watch too many races.
- Published in Editor's Notes, Z-Blogs