This years Education Program at EQUITANA Melbourne boasts some of the best experts from Australia and overseas providing you with the latest concepts, tried and true techniques and innovative methods for you to appy to you and your horse. Due to the elite nature of these presenters, it is no suprise that they are in high demand, and three have found time to write articles for the new issue of the Hoofbeats magazine.
Horse Training Theory by Andrew and Manuela McLean As the outcome of every interaction between horses and humans depends on a horse's mental abilities, an understanding of a horse's brain is important. (This article reproduces in full on the Hoofbeats website: www.hoofbeats.com.au)
Bits and Bitting by Anita Marchesani With an endless choice of bits available, finding the right one to suit the horse and rider can involve patience and a degree of trial and error, so a pre bitting checklist is a good starting point.
Starting at the Bottom by Jane Myers Developing an independent seat involves more than just the rider's bottom in the saddle - several body parts need to work together - and the first in this three part series begins with the feet, ankles and lower legs.
So, there is no reason not to run out and get the latest edition of Hoofbeats, and find out what your presenters are writing about!
