Monday, June 21, 2010

Top Picks; Clincis - Debbie McDonald


Happy Monday everyone! I'd like to start this Monday off by introducing yet another Top Picks subject; Clinics. In this series, I will be showing you videos of various clinicians in the english equestrian world of sports. So why clinics?

Clinics are a great way to further your education as a rider as well a your horses. It allows you the oppurtunity to ride with some of the best in the equestrian world you might otherwise not be able to on a regular basis. Clinicians, trainers, instructors all strive for the same result in their riders and horses, but each one has their own approach. A clinic allows you to experience this difference and change in approach. This added element can be a great experience for horse and rider as it will question you both in a way you might not be familiar to. Challenging you none the less, but this can be a fresh change to your training regimne.

Attending a clinic as a rider (or spectator) allows you the great access to watching 'behind the scenes' as other horse and rider combinations tackle different parts in their individual goals and training. This is great insight for anyone and can give you a firmer grasp on questions and advances in training that you might not have gotten to yet. Trainers commonly use clinics to refine their own skills and hone their advances in training. It's an excellent community for any equestrians, aspiring or professional to take part in.

Lets explore the world of clinics, shall we?
What better way to begin the 'virtual auditing' by starting with Dressage, US Broze Medalist (Athens) Debbie McDonald who is instructing rider Jessica Wisdom on the Welsh Cob stallion North Forks Cardi (-Isn't he awesome!?)








**Above YouTube videos Originally Uploaded & Credit to: eqequestrian & Topline Sporthorse Video

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