"I like dressage practices as they are different and in competitions I like the surprise of where I have come."
Lottie, Peacehaven
"Helping with the Group is like being part of a big happy family and so rewarding to see children grow in confidence and ability."
Jacky, Hassocks
"Nancy has blossomed in her riding ability and confidence since joining the Group. The volunteers’ commitment and care is truly humbling."
Tracey, Brighton
Thankfully we recommenced riding on Wednesday 25th February after a half term break which started a week earlier for us because of equine flu. We have taken the equine flu outbreak seriously as the illness can have a severe impact on our horses and without them we would not be able to do what we all enjoy doing. All our ponies are inoculated thanks to the sponsorship of the vaccine provider and RD...
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After a cool beginning to the weekend, things warmed up and riders and ground crew were very pleased to be told they could go without jackets on the first afternoon of the National Championships. Toby and Toby came 9th and William with Rose 13th out of a class of 21 which was a very respectable result in such a large class. On the Sunday Rose was an absolute gem, and even when William had tack issues neither panicked and the test was c...
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Such a rare sight..Rose with her front legs together in half! Well done Daisy for working hard with Carol to achieve this.
— RDAHopeintheValley (@RDAhopeinvalley) March 21, 2019
And good work from the team Will,Polly and Juliet.
Lots of good riding all afternoon, with fun thrown in doing some Countryside... https://t.co/UPWoIn6oMQ
Unfortunately, due to the current wind speeds and the Met Office weather warnings, the Trustees have reluctantly decided to cancel riding sessions today.
— RDAHopeintheValley (@RDAhopeinvalley) March 13, 2019
These decisions are not taken lightly, but health and... https://t.co/iDOf8WZW7S
What a difference in the weather... last week we were in sunshine, and this week, all rather blustery.
— RDAHopeintheValley (@RDAhopeinvalley) March 8, 2019
However, some excellent riding across all sessions, but especially from William on Polly with his trot... https://t.co/BrnpZbVGYe
What extraordinary weather! We made the most of the strong sunshine and rode along the college tracks. pic.twitter.com/XaJUhQ0zoa
— RDAHopeintheValley (@RDAhopeinvalley) February 27, 2019
I hope you all had a lovely Half Term, making the most of the wonderful weather.
— RDAHopeintheValley (@RDAhopeinvalley) February 27, 2019
I look forward to seeing everyone later. Lesley
