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Tentative Dates: 18 - 21 November 2010
Melbourne Showgrounds
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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WHAT HAS DAN JAMES BEEN UP TO?
Dan James, the winner of the 2008 Australian Horsemanship Award, is continuing to make his mark on the horse scene in this country. He and champion horseman, Dan Steers, have been performing in live shows and conducting clinics under the banner of DOUBLE DAN HORSEMANSHIP.
Several months ago they established their headquarters in eastern Australia at the NSW Central Coast property of movie horse trainer Heath Harris. They have been working continually since arriving from W.A. At the 2009 Sydney Royal they appeared twice a day in both their own show and the main arena’s TRUE BLUE and during that period Dan Steers found time to compete in some campdrafts. They’ve been training horses, giving lessons and are presently doing a Queensland run appearing at major equestrian events and starring in their own Double Dan Show EXTREME EQUINE ACTION.
Earlier this year Dan James spent several weeks in Kentucky at the request of Clay Maier. Based in the magnificent Kentucky Horse Park, the site of next year’s World Equestrian Games, Maier is renowned for his Friesian Spectaculars and is one of the world’s finest exponents of driving and long reining. Dan will return to the States in August.
“There’s a possibility Dan Steers and I can be involved in Cotton Rosser’s rodeo circuit. He’s one of the leading contractors over there and a great rodeo showman.”
Upon the Dans’ return to NSW they’ll be at AELEC in Tamworth for the Double Dan Clinic and Live Show on July 4-5 which will also feature Harris Entertainment’s GIRLS GIRLS GIRLS and MOVIE MAGIC with Heath Harris and his liberty horses.
More information about these two fine horsemen can be found at www.double-dan-horsemanship.com.au
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ANDREAS HELGSTRAND DRESSAGE CLINIC NOW ON DVD
Danish rider and trainer ,Andreas Helgstrand, conducted a masterclass at EQUITANA. He proved himself to be not only an effective trainer but also a lovely engaging person with great communication skills.
In this double DVD you will see Andreas work with several Australian horses and riders as well as bonus behind the scenes footage.
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EQUITANA MERCHANDISE
Limited merchandise stock from EQUITANA Asia Pacific 2008 is now available to order. The EQUITANA merchandise is a great gift this Christmas!
FREE postage and handling is included, so get your orders in before December 17 to guarantee delivery before Christmas.
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UNI SEX ZIP UP FLEECE
Colour: Navy
Sizes: M, L, XL, XXL
Price: $55
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Style: Photo Montage - Charcoal/Red (pictured left)
Style: Horse Head Logo - Beige/Navy (pictured right)
Price: $20
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EMBROIDED POLO Style: Women's Navy Polo (pictured left)
Sizes: 8,14,16,18
Style: Men's Navy Polo (pictured right)
Sizes: M, L, XL, 2XL
Price: $35
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LADIES PHOTO MONTAGE T-SHIRT Style: Ladies T-Shirt
Colour: Navy (pictured left)
Sizes: 10,14,16
Colour: White (pictured right)
Sizes: 8,10,12,14,16
Price: $25
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MEN'S CRACKLE PRINT T-SHIRT
Style: Men's T-Shirt
Colour:Navy (pictured left)
Sizes: M,XL,2XL
Colour: White (pictured right)
Sizes: S,L,XL,2XL
Price: $25
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From
the team at EQUITANA, a big thank you to all those that attended,
participated, competed, exhibited and volunteered in 2008.
After the unfortunate cancellation of EQUITANA back in 2007, over
52,000 loyal patrons attended EQUITANA Asia Pacific at the Melbourne
Showgrounds from Thursday 20th to Sunday 23rd November. Over 45.4%
of all attendees travelled to EQUITANA from interstate, and 5.9%
from overseas, smashing all previous records for attendance, commercial
sales and economic impact for the State. Even the stormy conditions
and the current economic conditions could not dampen enthusiasm for
Australia’s favourite equine event. Queues formed daily at the box
office from 9.00am with equine enthusiasts waiting to immerse themselves
in a world of horses.
The Melbourne Showgrounds, the new home of EQUITANA Asia Pacific,
has received nothing but positive feedback. From the stunning Grand
Pavilion that was transformed into a 4,500 seat equine theatre, to
the competition, exhibition and educational facilities, in conjunction
with space for attendees to roam and relax, the venue proved to a
major hit. We look forward to further possibilities with the venue
as we begin planning for EQUITANA in 2010.
EQUITANA Asia Pacific’s 2008 had many highlights. But of particular
note, the Dressage Spectacular; with exclusive performances from
Australia’s own Heath Ryan on Dr Margaret Evans' black Stallion ‘Regarder
Moi’, receiving a standing ovation from his performance and from
Denmark, Andreas Helgstrand on Dr Kerry Mack's Weltmeyer stallion,
'Whisper'.
The Way of the Horse, saw three trainers, Warwick McLean, Dan James
and Shane Ransley, each working one of three unbroken horses in one
of three portable round yards. Young Queenslander, Dan James achieved
most with his chosen unbroken horse after two days of work and was
named 2008 Champion of Australian Horsemanship. The fact that the
unbroken and almost untouched horses did not have a headcollar on
to begin posed the major problem for all three trainers. Warwick
McLean, unfortunately wasn’t as successful as James and Ransley.
Eventually, Warwick managed to get the headcollar on his horse, with
that done he was able to do a lot more with it but did not attempt
to ride the horse. Warwick decided take the horse home and put six
more weeks work into it.
‘The All Star Clinic’; designed by Richard Weis, "a
leading authority on the influence of the rider on the horse" saw
Seven professional and talented horsemen, Chris Chugg (showjumping),
Clayton Fredericks (eventing), Sam Gairdner (polo), Brett Parberry
(dressage), Alan Hannaford (cutting/campdrafting), Warwick Schiller
(reining)and Guy McLean (hard to categorise), all demonstrated and
explained their particular events. The highlight however, was when
they swapped horses. When you have Chris Chugg on Gairdner's pony and
Gairdner riding 'Vivant', placing second in the World Cup Qualifier.
Chris ended up riding the pony well and rather more interestingly,
Sam rode Vivant well, jumping a tall vertical in the process. The result
of the All Star Clinic? Good horsemanship is the key to a successful
horse.
EQUITANA presented over 250 educational presentations and three
specialist clinics from world renowned educators, Pat and Linda Parelli,
Andreas Helgstrand and Guy McLean.
The breeder’s village, a new addition to the event was a huge success
with some of Australia’s finest stallions on display from the world’s
tallest horse, ‘Noddy’ - to miniature ponies. Not only were these
events highlights, but with the unfortunate wet weather, it pushed
all in attendance into one of four exhibitions halls, showcasing
all the latest and most popular equine and related products and services,
it naturally pushed all in attendance into the exhibition halls.
Despite the weather, the Bates Outdoor Arena displayed and an outstanding
competition program headlined and, highlighted by the ever popular
Showjumping. On Saturday, the Pryde’s EasiFeed World Cup Showjumping
Qualifier saw Tim Rook take second place behind Chris Chugg on 'Vivant'
with his Athens mount, 'Mr Innocent'. And on Sunday, the Pryde’s
EasiFeed World Cup Jumping Competition saw Olympic Showjumping Team
Members, Laurie Lever and 'Ashleigh Drossel Dan' jumping four and
clear to win, and starting favourite, Chris Chugg and 'Vivant' settling
for second place, jumping an uncharacteristic eight and then clear
in a fast time to secure second place on time, with Adam Mellers
riding the Animo Stallion, 'Animate' taking third place.
EQUITANA Asia Pacific returns to Melbourne, November
18-21, 2010.
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ALL STAR CLINIC - GUY MCLEAN
Story by Berni Saunders, Cyberhorse
What do they have in common and where do they differ. The All Star Clinic is a unique gathering of experts in 7 disciplines - all coming together, under the same umbrella to share ideas.
Each discipline involves it's own unique and particular ways of doing things in order to achieve its specific goals from the ascetic of dressage to the practical skills of chasing a ball, a beast or leaving the rails up after jumping them!In this clinic veteran presenter, Richard Weis, will use the best horses and riders available in each discipline in order to uncover and demystify the essential elements ... from selecting the horse and gear. The demands of modern equestrian sport means that most disciplines rely on purpose bred horses and expecially designed and manufactured equipment. Richard will also explore the specific training and riding techniques which make each aspect of each discipline quite unique.
Richard Weis, the All Star Clinician reported in on the plans for this very special part of Equitana 2008 and said, "I just had a great talk to Guy McLean about his involvement in the All Star Clinic. These Ozzies are a humble lot. He is very excited to be part of such an All Star event. Hasn’t anybody told him he is one of the best horsemen around? I don’t know anybody who gets better cooperation form a horse; you have too, to get out in huge crowds and huge atmosphere with out a saddle and bridle. Is it just my memory playing tricks or did I see him standing up on the horse he started in the Way of the Horse Competition cracking a stockwhip. The horse was standing on a blue tarp itself trying to believe an hour or so earlier it was wild. Needless to say he won that title."
Richard added, "Guy has a very fresh take on training. He reckons the reason he rides is ‘he wants to feel better than he can on his own legs, stronger, faster, and braver more powerful more manoeuvrable. The horse he’ll ride in the All Star Clinic Quietway Spinabbey gives him that feeling plus. Guy hasn’t found a movement from any discipline they can’t do together without a saddle and bridle. My mind completely boggles. I can’t wait to see the look on Andreas Helgstrands face when our Ozzie bush poet mate pulls off a line of tempi changes and a few canter pirouettes. I suggested we pop Andreas for a feel of Spinabbey bridle-less and saddle-less but Guy didn’t think that was such a good idea!"
"Guy tells me he wants to be able to do everything from every different discipline. When he sees a movement, he wants to teach to the horse so that he works out which foot needs to be controlled in order to achieve that movement. I’m hoping he’ll show us just how to be able to control that foot in such a very precise way, I’m sure he’d love to; he’s constantly looking for ways to make it better for the horse, mostly by educating the owners/trainers."
"I met Guy at the first Equitana in Melbourne in 1999 when he had his famous stallion Nugget. The horse was lying down - as cool as can be - in a frantically busy warm up arena. I thought that Nugget's submissive confidence was truly amazing until I started to learn what Guy has been able to achieve with a string of horses since - it is nothing short of miraculous!"
"To me, Guy McLean is an Australian national treasure and I am very proud to think that he will be part of the All Star Clinic and we can showcase his talents to a wider audience of Australian fans and through this clinic, the rest of the world."
Richard summarised by saying, "We are in for some lively entertainment and fantastic insights from this diverse group of experts who have established themselves as the leaders in their chosen field."
there are only few seats left so book ASAP for the Equitana All Star Clinic on Sunday 23rd November 2008 at 1.30pm. A rare opportunity NOT to be missed!
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