December Merry Christmas & Happy New Year. York & District Riding Club. Hi!

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1 York & District Riding Club December Merry Christmas & Happy New Year Hi! Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you all from the committee and we look forward to seeing you all at our events over the coming year. Don t forget our annual Hot Supper and Quiz Night, Tuesday 30th January 2018, 7:30 pm, at The Sports Bar, Sandburn Hall, Flaxton. Join us for a fantastic social evening a great chance to get to know other members. Membership Please remind any previous members you may know that last year s membership has now expired and they will need to re-join to be able to take part in the club lessons, events and join any of the teams. Membership forms are available online via the YDRC website, you can pick one up from any of our events or print the one attached to this newsletter. I am looking forward to hearing from all of you. Please note my new address is 45 Netherwindings Haxby YO32 3FB Lorna

2 Committee News Call for committee roles - Your club needs you! We are still looking for committee members to help us run the club. We hope to have a new website up and running soon so any techy folk out there who could help to keep it updated as events are organised would be great or if you would just like to come and share some of the load there's always something to do! We always welcome fresh input and it is not as demanding as you think it is! Emma Winter Dressage The Winter Dressage Series is now on hold until 4 th February when it will be held indoors at Thornton House so please come along and have ago or come along and help out to see what it s like and get inspired for the summer series. The schedule and entry form can be found at the end of the newsletter Flatwork Clinics Heidi Hutchinson Flatwork Clinics For those that have attended the Heidi Flatwork Clinics at the Club field over the last year, we have decided to move to Heidi's yard for these lessons in Heidi is based in Copmanthorpe, Post Code is YO23 3TL, which is easy to get to and is only about 5 mins off the A64. She has a 20 x 60 arena with mirrors across one end and there is also a heated teaching hut next to the arena so spectators can make coffee and keep warm - BIG advantage in this weather! The cost of these lessons will be the same as when held at the Club Field, i.e. 20 for 30 mins and 30 for 45 mins. The dates are Sunday 7th January; Sunday 28th January; Sunday 25th February; Sunday 25th March. All commencing at 10:00 am. Susie Show Jumping Practice Team training / showjumping lesson with Sue Hirst Sunday 21 January 2018 and Sunday 11 February 2018 at Thornton House Farm, Sutton Lane, Barmby Moor, York, YO42 4DD. 1 hour lesson of group of 4 riders per lesson and per person. If you are interested in attending this above event then do please let me know sarah.battle@tesco.net (Mobile: ). There is an entry form at the end of this Newsletter and also on the What s On page under the above dates of our YDRC website. We sre also hoping to organise some grid work lessons at Askham Bryan in March, more details will follow once the dates are agreed, Sarah

3 Area 4 Jumping AREA 4 INDOOR SHOWJUMPING NOVICE & INTERMEDIATE QUALIFIER Bishop Burton College, York Road, Bishop Burton, Beverley, HU17 8BG Saturday 24 th February 100/110 + (these classes may run on Sunday if entries low) Sunday 25 th February 80/90 This event is open to Senior and Junior members, the 80cm is for teams only, all other classes are teams & individuals. Riders jump two rounds. The second round is timed and these times are used to determine minor placing s when faults cannot do this. If there is equality for first place after the second round then there will be a jump off against the clock. The best three scores in each round will count for the total score. Horses/ponies must be 5 years and over. Max Height (1 st round) Max Width (1 st round) Max Width Triple Bar (1 st round) NOVICE 80cm 85cm 100cm 85cm INTERMEDIATE 90cm 95cm 115cm 95cm Max Height (2 nd Round) INTERMEDIATE 100cm 105cm 130cm 105cm INTERMEDIATE 110cm 115cm 145cm 115cm If you qualify then you will be need to be able to go to the championships. The Intermediate Winter Championships will take place on April 2018 at Bury Farm Equestrian Village, Bedfordshire, The Novice Winter Championships will take place April 2018 Arena UK, Lincolnshire Horses/ponies vaccinations must be up to date and correct on their passports (flu vac checker is on the BRC website). Hats will need to be checked and tagged at the competition. (Details of current standards on the BRC website). Entry form at the end of the newsletter Representing club at area competitions: As we about to start a run of area qualifiers I thought it worth giving members an insight behind the scenes into what is involved in putting teams forward for area qualifiers, some of you may know already whilst others who didn't attend the AGM maybe unaware. Entries are still incredibly manual, lots of form filling and numerous s between committee, competitors and area 4 entries secretary, throw in the added complication of checking vaccination certificates are correct and up to date it

4 Area 4 Tips makes for an huge administrative undertaking. On top of the entry fee that riders pay to enter (which goes directly to area 4 to help cover cost of running qualifier) there is also something called a prelim fee (this goes straight the BRC HQ to pay for rosettes at area qualifiers and the cost of running the corresponding championships). This prelim fee used to be discretionary for the clubs to pay and usually only paid for those teams or individuals who were likely to qualify but at the Area 4 AGM in July it was decided that no area entries would be accepted if the prelim fee had not been paid, so it is now compulsory for all rider/teams put forward which means it now costs the club to send riders to area qualifiers regardless of numbers, experience or capability. This prelim fee varies between per team and per individual depending on the qualifier discipline and is not refunded for withdrawals after close of entries. Some other clubs in our area pass this cost on their riders to pay on top of the entry fee, we do not want to end up in this position. We also subsidised some training for the recent winter dressage qualifier which was well received and this is a theme we hope to continue for other qualifiers so please do support events and activities we run as a club as this all goes in to the pot to pay for things such as this to benefit you as a members. All we ask is our riders reciprocate the same level of commitment the club has, area qualifiers are great competitions and entry fees are very reasonable for the standard of competition so we hope to see lots of you come forward to represent the club over the next year, Kind regards Emma Representing the Riding Club at Area Qualifier Events For those of you who have not represented the Club at Area Qualifiers before, it may be helpful to point you in the direction of some guidelines/tips to help you. The BRC Rulebook is a rather large document (a mere 260 pages!) but certain parts of it are especially relevant when representing the Club. It covers horse and rider eligibility, permitted rider dress (e.g. hats, body protectors, spurs) and permitted horse dress (e.g. martingales, bits etc.). The Rulebook is available at: It is relevant to note that the BRC Rulebook says "Making an entry for any official BRC Competition constitutes acceptance of these rules. It is the responsibility of competitors, team managers, stewards and officials to ensure that they are fully conversant with these rules". Please read in particular the following sections of the Rulebook: Section G7: Equine Influenza (all about flu vaccinations) (page 13) Section G20.2: Working In (page 22) Section C: Codes of Conduct (page 27) There are particular rules relating to the discipline in which you want to compete e.g. permitted tack, length of spurs. Please look into these too.

5 We look forward to welcoming lots more members to represent the Club at this year s Area Qualifiers. It is a step outside the Club events and a chance to compete elsewhere Bishop Burton, Richmond, Breckenbrough, at a fraction of the cost of an affiliated discipline s entry fee. Swapping rosettes for cups of tea or coffee The Club provides the catering for the Summer Season competitions held at the Club field. It can therefore offer a deal to rosette winners, who can trade in a rosette they have just won for a cup of tea or coffee instead. This swap makes a small saving for the Club funds and we are looking after the pennies

6 YORK & DISTRICT RIDING CLUB APPLICATION FOR & RENEWAL OF MEMBERSHIP The Club was formed in 1968 and is open to all from the age of 17 years old & older. The Membership year runs from 1 October 2017 to 30 September 2018 and thereafter it will run from 1 October to 30 September annually. You may join at any time within the year. The Club rules together with a badge will be sent to new members when their application has been accepted. New YDRC members automatically become members of British Riding Clubs and a membership card will be issued by BRC. The Club meets regularly at the Club field during Spring, Summer & Autumn and once or twice per month at various venues during the Winter. The programme throughout the year includes instructional rides, evening and weekend competitions, talks, visits and social events. The Club publishes a monthly newsletter for members. NEW MEMBERS You may not bring your horse to a members only event at the Club until your membership has been approved by the committee, which meets once per month. Please bear this in mind if you are joining with a specific event in mind. Please be aware that photographers may be in attendance at Club events and that some photos will be used for the Website and Facebook profiles. Any member who does not want this must advise a member of the committee at each event so that this can be taken into account. The Club Constitution, Code of Conduct and Terms and Conditions of Membership are available on the Club website under the Information Tab. Whilst the committee will, of course, be responsible for organising and running the events please note that it is a condition of membership that each Riding member helps on a minimum of two occasions during the year. This will be a requirement of all Riding members for the forthcoming year. Jobs are varied and include setting up, collecting ring stewards, score collection, dressage writers, arena parties, taking entries, clearing away jumps at the end of competitions & instruction etc. In addition, to enable our club members to compete at Area Riding Club activities & qualifiers, we are obliged to provide help on the day of some competitions in our Area. The British Horse Society and British Riding Clubs are committed to protecting your privacy. They state We will only use the information that we collect concerning you lawfully and in accordance with the Data Protection Act You have a right at any time to stop us from contacting you for marketing purposes. The personal information we hold will be held securely in accordance with our internal security policy and the law. If we intend to transfer your information we will always obtain your consent first. By providing British Riding Clubs (BRC) with your details you accept that BRC will contact you by with their e- news publication. Happy, Safe and Fun riding.

7 York & District Riding Club. IMPORTANT PLEASE COMPLETE ALL SECTIONS OF THIS FORM APPLICATION / RENEWAL OF MEMBERSHIP I wish to apply for membership / renew my membership of York & District Riding Club (CIRCLE AS APPROPRIATE) SURNAME... Mr/Mrs/Miss (Circle as appropriate) FIRST NAMES... ADDRESS POSTCODE... ADDRESS (print clearly)... MOBILENO...PHONENUMBER... DATE OF BIRTH (IF UNDER 18 AT TIME OF JOINING). TO HELP CONSERVE CLUB FUNDS, IT IS HELPFUL IF WE CAN COMMUNICATE WITH YOU BY . IF IT IS NECESSARY FOR YOU TO RECEIVE YOUR NEWSLETTER BY POST, PLEASE TICK HERE: ( ) NAME & TEL NO OF PERSON TO CONTACT IN CASE OF EMERGENCY:... SUBSCRIPTIONS - PLEASE TICK EXISTING MEMBER - RENEWAL Riding Member- Existing (Renewing BEFORE 31 October 2017) ( ) Riding Member Existing (Renewing after 31 October 2017) ( ) Social (Non-Riding) Member ( ) NEW MEMBER New Riding member ( ) Social (Non Riding) member ( ) Payments can be made by Bank Transfer or by Cheque. (Please tick method used) Please ensure you put your Name & Membership as the payment reference. Please make cheques payable to York & District Riding Club. Send them with this form to:- - infoydrc@gmailcom Or Lorna Paterson. 45 Netherwindings Haxby YO32 3FB Tel: or hand it to any committee member. For New Members this application will be submitted to the committee for election and you will be notified of the outcome as soon as a decision has been made

8 York & District Riding Club Hot Supper and Quiz Night Tuesday 30th January 2018, 7:30 pm The Sports Bar, Sandburn Hall, Flaxton Join us for a fantastic social evening a great chance to get to know other members. Start the New Year club events with an entertaining evening including: Hot buffet supper Quiz and a prize for the winning team Tickets in advance only 12 member, 15 non member The hot buffet will offer a choice of: Chicken Tikka Masala Sweet Potato & Roasted Pepper Lasagne accompanied by Basmati Rice, Chips, Mixed Leaves, Coleslaw **** followed by Danish Apple Crumble with Custard Please let us know if you have any dietary requirements. A full bar service will be available, including tea & 1 per cup Please tear off and post Name(s): Address: Number of Tickets: Mem Non/mem Total Amount: Telephone: Chicken Tikka Masala: Sweet Potato & Red Pepper Lasagne: Please tick & state how many. Donations for the raffle would be most welcome. PLEASE INCLUDE PAYMENT WITH YOUR FORM. Cheques should be made payable to YORK & DISTRICT RIDING CLUB and returned to: Susie Wildey, Rectory Barn, Terrington, York, YO60 6PU. On line payments to: Acc No: ; Sort Code: ; ref: Your Surname /social. Please also send me your completed form. Closing date for booking Tuesday 16th January We look forward to seeing you there!

9 York & District Riding Club 2018 WINTER DRESSAGE SERIES Thornton House Farm, Sutton Lane, Barmby Moor, York, YO42 4DD By kind permission of Mr & Mrs Dexter Priority given to members, if spaces available then 1 week prior to closing date entries will be opened to non-members. Please circle the classes you wish to enter & payment method: Class 1 Class 2 Class 3 Class 4 Test Class 5 Payment method Sunday 4 th February Intro A Prelim 1 Novice 24 Prelim 18 Novice 27 Elementary 49 Elementary 42 Cheque Bacs Sunday 4 th March Intro B Prelim 7 Novice 28 Prelim 13 Novice 30 Elementary 44 Elementary 50 Cheque Bacs Higher level tests can be ridden at request. Name:. Address:.. Horse:. Tel no (pref mobile): address:.. Emergency contact no for show day: MEMBER YES/NO delete as applicable I confirm that I have read the rules and terms & conditions and agree to abide by them (available at ydrc.co.uk). Signed: Dated: Members cost per test 10 for a single test, 18 for two Non-members cost per test 15 per test. Cheques made payable to YDRC and sent to EMMA SMITH 38 BELLHOUSE WAY, YORK, YO24 3LL (Please issue separate cheques for each competition and date the cheque for the date that the competition is due to run. Then, if there are any problems and we have to cancel the competition for any reason we will either destroy the corresponding cheque and entry or return it to you whichever you prefer) If paying by BACS payments to be sent to YDRC, please ensure you use the reference DR,date & name sort code: account number , entry form still required and can be posted to the above address or ed to emmachipchase@hotmail.com Please note: A waiting list will be in operation if all the spaces are filled.

10 Entries close at 8pm on the Tuesday prior to the event. Late entries accepted with a 2 surcharge per test Entries can only be accepted with the correct completed form and entry fee, no payments will be taken on the day No refunds after close of entries. Correct tack and dress including gloves and hairnets required in accordance with BD rules Callers permitted. Test reading 1 if read by a YDRC official It is your responsibility to ensure you are riding the correct test. For times please go to after 5pm on the Friday prior to the event, or go to our Facebook page or ring between 8 & 9pm on the Friday. YDRC Members Points League will be in operation for the Winter Dressage League. Rosettes awarded up to 6th place, dependent on entries per class. IMPORTANT *******PLEASE READ THERE IS A ONE-WAY SYSTEM IN OPERATION FOLLOW THE SIGNS. DO NOT RIDE ON OR PARK ON THE MOWN / LAWNED AREAS NEXT TO THE ARENA. AFTER USING THE INDOOR ARENA FOR YOUR TEST, PLEASE DISMOUNT AND PICK OUT YOUR HORSES FEET TO AVOID TAKING ANY OF THE SURFACE OUTSIDE. PLEASE ENSURE YOU CLEAN UP AFTER YOUR HORSE PLEASE DO NOT SKIP YOUR LORRY/TRAILER OUT ON THE PARKING AREA PLEASE DO NOT LEAVE YOUR HORSE TIED UP OUTSIDE YOUR LORRY/TRAILER UNATTENDED Correct Warm-up Arena Etiquette o Keep at least one horses length between riders. o Rider must close the gate behind them when entering or leaving the arena. o Be aware of other riders and do not cut across anyone please. o Horses working at a faster gait are given priority to use the outside track of the arena. o When riding in the warm up horses should pass left shoulder to left shoulder. o If you must stop to adjust equipment move to the center of the arena. o If there is a runaway horse all riders must move to the center of the arena and stop. o Enter and leave the arena in single file. o Be aware at all times of riders and their horses around you; ensure enough time is given for other riders to react to you. o Please clear the arena of droppings or ask your helpers to do so. o Be courteous at all times to other arena users. o Helpers and instructors on foot in the warmup arena must wear Hiviz and hat.

11 Booking form for: Heidi Hutchinson Flatwork lessons for 2018 Sunday 7 th January, Sunday 27 th January, Sunday 25 th February & Sunday 25 th March all start at 10:00 am held at Heidi's yard in Copmanthorpe Name of Rider Date of Lesson(s) Level of experience Cost Closing dates: Saturday 30 th December 2017, Saturday 20 th January 2018, Saturday 17 th February & Saturday 17 th March Address: Tel No: Mobile No: Session cost: 20 for 30 minute private 35 for 45 minute private 40 for 45 minute sharing (2 to share) Plus 1 per head for the Arena fund PLEASE INCLUDE PAYMENT WITH YOUR BOOKING FORM. Your place is not confirmed until I receive your booking form and payment. Cheques made payable to YORK & DISTRICT RIDING CLUB - individual cheques for each lesson please so we can destroy cheques in the event the lesson is cancelled or changed. Please return to: Susie Wildey, Rectory Barn, Terrington, York, YO60 6PU Tel: susie@technologyforgrowth.co.uk

12 AREA 4 INDOOR SHOWJUMPING NOVICE & INTERMEDIATE QUALIFIER Bishop Burton College, York Road, Bishop Burton, Beverley, HU17 8BG Saturday 24 th February 100/110 + Sunday 25 th February 80/90 Entries close 17 th January 2018 Class Rider Horse name as per passport Passport Number BS Notional points Telephone Please send a copy of your passport including restarts to suejhardman@gmail.com Completed entry form and payment must be received by 17 th January 2018 Please return your entry form and cheque made payable to YDRC to cover your entry fees to the amount of and send to: Emma Smith, 38 Bellhouse Way, York, YO24 3LL PLEASE NOTE THAT LATE OR INCOMPLETE ENTRIES OR WITH OUT PAYMENT ENCLOSED WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FOR TEAMS.

13 Booking form for: Team training / show jumping lessons Sue Hirst Sunday 21 January 10:00 11:00 am - 11:00 12:00 Sunday 11 February 10:00 11:00 am - 11:00 12:00 held at Thornton House Farm, Sutton Lane, Barmby Moor, York, YO42 4DD by kind permission of Mr and Mrs Dexter Name of Rider Date of Lesson(s) Level of experience Cost

14 What s On Green - Open to All Competitions Red - YDRC Members only Purple - Area 4/BRC Championships January 2018 Sunday 7th Sunday 21st Sunday 28th Heidi Hutchinson Flat lessons Team SJ training held at Thornotn house Farm Heidi Hutchinson Flat lessons Booking_form_Flat_Clinic_Heidi_Hutchinson_2018.docx Team_SJ_training_thornton_house_jan-feb_2018.docx Booking form Tuesday 30th February 2018 Sunday 4th Sunday 10th Saturday 24th & Sunday 25th Sunday 25th March 2018 Sunday 4th Saturday 17th Sunday 25th April 2018 Sunday 8th May 2018 June 2018 Sunday 17th July 2018 Saturday 7th & Sunday 8th August 2018 Annual social evening at Sandburn Hall Winter Dressage held at Thornton Hose Farm Team SJ training held at Thornton House Farm Area 4 winter show jumping held at Bishop Burton YDRC_Social_and_Quiz_Night_2018_v1.docx Winter_dressage_thornton_2018.doc Schedule Heidi Hutchinson flat lesson Booking form Winter Dressage held at Thornton House Farm Area 4 Show Cross held at Epworth Novice_Intermediate_SJ_area_qualifier_2018.docx Schedule Schedule to follow Heidi Hutchinson flat lesson Booking form Area 4 combined Training held at Bishop Burton Area 4 horse Trials held at Helen Bells Area 4 Summer Show held at Richmond Schedule to follow Schedule to follow

15 Sunday 12th Monday 20th - Sunday 26th September 2018 October 2018 Sunday 21st Area 4 Dressage to Music held at Manor Grange Area 4 camp held at Bishop Burton Area 4 Winter Dressage held at Bishop Burton Schedule to follow Schedule to follow Schedule to follow