*NEW* Spring 2016 Activities Programme www.lhstables.co.uk BHS & ABRS Approved Riding Centre Pony Club Centre British Riding Club Centre
INFORMATION AGE We recommend a minimum age of 6 for all day activities. Pony Owning and Activity Days suit children of 12 years and below. Camps, Pony Club and Livery events are attended by young people of all ages, ranging from 6 to 18. COST Please see individual event for charges. To secure a reservation the cost of the event is required, or the cost of one day with regard to Camps with the balance due on the first of the Camp. For your convenience we can also take payment by credit or debit card over the phone. Activities are transferrable or refundable up to two weeks before the activity starts. EXTRAS Please ensure your child is suitably dressed for being outside all day according to the weather. They will also require a packed lunch and optional change for the vending machine. Please note that supervision of children is only possible between the hours stated. As only a brief description is given of each event, please do ask the office for further information. JOIN OUR PONY CLUB! For children who regularly attend activities there is a huge benefit to be had in joining our official Pony Club Centre. Our Pony Club Centre is exactly the same as a Pony Club Branch, other than we provide you with the ponies in order to participate. Joining is easy and immediate, just ask for an application form from our office. It only costs 25 a year and opens up amazing opportunities to follow a nationally organised training structure which results in internationally recognised qualifications! Further information on our Pony Club is available from: www.lhstables.co.uk & www.pcuk.org 2
JUN MAY APR JAN WHAT S ON 2016 Mon 4 th Understanding Dressage Tues 5 th Show Jumping Clinic Sat 16 th Livery Hack Mon 18 th 20 th 3 Day Dressage Clinic Sat 30 th Pony Club Badges Mon 1 st Understanding Dressage Sun 7 th Livery Hack Mon 15 th Pony Club Rally Tues 16 th Activity Day Wed 17 th Dressage Clinic Wed 17 th Show Jumping Clinic Thurs 18 th Pony Owning Day Fri 19 th Pony Club Competition Sun 28 th Pony Club Badges Fri 1 st Pony Club Competition Mon 4 th 8 th Easter Camp Fri 8 th Evening Show Jumping 2 Fri 15 th Pony Club Rally Eve Jnr Sun 17 th Livery Hack Fri 4 th Pony Club Rally Snr Mon 7 th 9 th BHS Stage 1 & 2 Clinic Sun 24 th Pony Club Badges Fri 29 th Pony Club Rally Eve Snr Fri 11 th Pony Club Rally Jnr Sat 12 th Livery Hack Mon 2 nd Open Morning Fri 18 th Evening Show Jumping 1 Mon 2 nd Livery XC Schooling Sat 19 th Pony Club Badges Fri 6 th Evening Show Jumping 3 Mon 21 st Understanding Dressage Sat 7 th Livery Hack Tues 22 nd Pony Club Rally Wed 23 rd Livery XC Schooling Thurs 24 th Pony Owning Day Fri 25 th Open Morning Mon 28 th Pony Owning Day Tues 29 th Pony Club Rally E Test Wed 30 th Dressage Clinic Wed 30 th Show Jumping Clinic Mon 9 th 11 th 3 Day Dressage Clinic Fri 13 th Pony Club Rally Eve Snr Sat 14 th Pony Club Badges Fri 20 th Pony Club Rally Eve Jnr Fri 27 th Dressage Evening 1 Mon 30 th Open Morning Mon 30 th Livery XC Schooling Tues 31 st Pony Club Rally D Test Thurs 31 st Activity Day Thurs 31 st Livery XC Schooling Wed 1 st Dressage Clinic Wed 1 st Show Jumping Clinic Thurs 2 nd Pony Owning Day Fri 3 rd Pony Club Competition Mon 6 th Understanding Dressage Fri 10 th Pony Club Rally Eve Jnr Sun 12 th Livery Hack Fri 17 th Dressage Evening 2 Sat 18 th Livery XC Schooling Fri 24 th Pony Club Rally Eve Snr 3 Sun 26 th Pony Club Badges
DEC NOV SEPT OCT AUG JUL WHAT S ON 2016 Mon 4 th Understand Dressage Fri 8 th Dressage Evening 2 Sat 9 th Livery Hack Tues 12 th Pony Owning Day Tues 12 th Livery XC Schooling Fri 15 th Pony Club Rally Eve Snr Sat 16 th Pony Club Badges Mon 18 th 22 nd Summer Camp 1 Fri 22 nd Pony Club Rally Eve Jnr Mon 25 th 29 th Pony Club Camp Mon 1 st 5 th Summer Camp 3 Fri 5 th Pony Club Rally Eve Snr Mon 8 th - 10 th 3 Day Jumping Clinic Thurs 11 th Pony Owning Day Fri 12 th Pony Club Show Sun 14 th Livery Hack Mon 15 th 19 th Summer Camp 4 Wed 17 th Team Quest Fri 19 th Pony Club Rally Eve Jnr Mon 22 nd 24 th 3 Day XC Clinic Mon 22 nd 24 th Mini Camp Fri 26 th Pony Club Rally Mon 29 th 2 nd Advanced Camp & ODE Sun 9 th Livery Hack Mon 10 th 12 th BHS Stage 1 & 2 Clinic Sun 16 th Pony Club Badges Mon 17 th Understanding Dressage Tues 18 th Livery XC Schooling Wed 19 th Pony Owning Day 29 th -2 nd Advanced Camp & ODE Mon 5 th Understanding Dressage Sun 10 th Livery Hack Fri 16 th Pony Club Rally Eve Snr Sun 18 th Pony Club Badges Fri 23 rd Pony Club Rally Eve Jr Sat 24 th Livery XC Schooling Thurs 20 th Show Jumping Clinic Fri 21 st Activity Day Mon 24 th Pony Club Rally D+ Test Tues 25 th Pony Owning Day Wed 26 th Dressage Clinic Wed 26 th Show Jumping Clinic Thurs 27 th Activity Day Fri 28 th Pony Club Competition Sat 5 th Livery Hack Mon 7 th Understanding Dressage Sat 19 th Pony Club Badges 4 Sun 4 th Livery Hack Mon 5 th Understanding Dressage Sun 11 th Pony Club Badges Mon 19 th 23 rd Christmas Camp Wed 28 th Pony Club Rally Thurs 29 th Dressage Clinic Fri 30 th New Year s Competition
Understanding Dressage With Gemma Bowles BHSAI/Stage IV Let Gemma unravel all the mysteries of dressage; show you how much fun it can be and what you can achieve with her guidance and her support. Now introducing once a month on a Monday from 10am-12pm (during school term-time), regular training sessions with Gemma. These will involve a first hour of practical & theory to be put into practice with a second hour of riding. These clinics are also suited to those who would prefer not to ride.* MON JAN 4 MON 1 MON 21 Rhythm where it all begins Position for Precision developing control in the rider s position Transitions the most important schooling tool! From: 10am 12pm LHS Members: 50 riders, 25 non-riders Gemma Bowles rides at Grand Prix level and competes successfully at affiliated advanced level. Gemma has developed her dressage skills under the internationally recognised dressage trainer Pammy Hutton of Talland School of Equitation and is also a Trainee Dressage Judge. 5
3 Day Dressage Clinic With Gemma Bowles BHSAI/Stage IV Join us for three days of learning about how to become a better dressage rider. MON to WEDS JAN 18 to 20 Day 1 Improving the rider seat, including work on the lunge Day 2 Application of the aids. Understanding the rules of aiding and how to improve your co-ordinations and skill. Day 3 Putting it all together so you become a better rider with greater influence over your horse s way of going. There will be 2 riding sessions per day, including theory, demonstrations and an inhouse dressage competition on the final day. Note for liveries: this clinic also counts towards Team Quest training if you would like to know more about Team Quest do speak to Gemma. From: 9:30am 3:30pm LHS Members: 205 Non Members: 250 6
Livery Extras HACKS For our liveries, these will commence at 9.30 a.m. and are for 1.5 to 2 hours depending on location, pace and ground. Cantering will be included providing ground acceptable. Minimum of 3 with a maximum of 6 liveries to proceed. Liveries to catch up, prep and take care of horses afterwards themselves. SAT SUN SAT SUN Time: 9:30am (1.5-2 hrs) JAN 16 7 12 APR 17 Livery: 25* per hack *Includes livery discount. All handling by owner CROSS COUNTRY SCHOOLING WEDS 23 THURS 31 A chance for liveries to improve their cross country skills off site with Amelia Thomson (Event Rider, BHSAI Stage IV and UKCC Level 2 Credited Coach) around a course of cross country jumps at either Rogate or Coombelands (TBC). For all owned liveries L6+ (max 6 riders). Owners will need to arrange own transport (the trailer is available for hire) and a facility fee of approx. 25-30 will be charged by Rogate/Coombelands depending on numbers attending. NB: Please arrive at the venue an hour before the start time so able to calmly organize yourself before the off! Time: 11 am to 1 pm (approx.) Livery: 30* (+ facility fee) *Includes livery discount. All handling by owner 7
Pony Club Extras (During School Term-Time) SAT JAN 30 PONY CLUB BADGE Horse Clothing Mini Badge For Minis (rider levels 1 to 3) join us for two hours of fun and learning to earn your new Pony Club badge. From: 12-2 pm PC Members: 22 SAT 27 PONY CLUB BADGE Points of the Horse For Juniors and Seniors (levels 4 to 8) join us for two hours of fun and learning to earn you new Pony Club badge. From: 12 2 pm PC Members: 22 4 11 APL 15 SUN APL 24 Evening Senior PONY CLUB RALLY (Dressage) Join our Chief Instructor for the evening to develop your competitive skills whilst also working towards your next Efficiency Test. For rider levels 6 to 8. Evening Junior PONY CLUB RALLY Join us for one hour of riding and half an hour of stable management training to work towards your next Progressive and Efficiency Tests. For rider levels 3 to 5. Evening Junior PONY CLUB RALLY Join us for one hour of riding and half an hour of stable management training to work towards your next Progressive and Efficiency Tests. For rider levels 3 to 5. PONY CLUB BADGE Points of the Pony Mini Badge For Minis (rider levels 1 to 3) join us for two hours of fun and learning to earn your new Pony Club badge. From: 6-7.30pm PC Members: 32 From: 6-7.30pm PC Members: 32 From: 6-7.30pm PC Members: 32 From: 12.00-2 pm PC Members: 22 APL 29 Evening Senior PONY CLUB RALLY (Jumping) Join Amelia Thomson for the evening to develop your competitive skills whilst also working towards your next Efficiency Test. For rider levels 6 to 8. 8 From: 6-7.30pm PC Members: 32
Or Spring Half Term MON 15 PONY CLUB RALLY These carefully constructed days are essential for all who want to improve their horsemanship skills and advance through the internationally recognised Pony Club structure. With groups strictly split according to age and ability, the programme will include two riding sessions and related practical sessions towards the Pony Club Progressive and Efficiency Tests, improving competitive skills, and where appropriate Achievement Badges. The most senior group will be taken by our Chief Instructor or Yard Manager. LHS Members: 68 Non-Members: 85 Liveries: 30* *Inc. discount. All handling by owner. Not a Pony Club member yet? Ask our office! TUES 16 Treasure Hunting ACTIVITY DAY For pre-teens, come and join us today so we can search for natural treasures both on foot and on horseback whilst also learning about the countryside. Two riding sessions, loads of hands on and a team treasure hunt in the afternoon with rosettes awarded. LHS Members: 68 Non-Members: 85 WEDS 17 WEDS 17 DRESSAGE Morning Develop your dressage skills with our Chief Instructor. Study and learn how to ride a dressage test to gain the maximum marks you can for your current stage of training. For rider levels 6 to 8 and competent+ adult riders. For our liveries this clinic also contributes to Team Quest training. Liveries 20 for either session or FOR ADULTS TOO! 30 for all day* *Inc.discount owner preps themselves SHOWJUMPING Afternoon An opportunity to improve your showjumping skills with event rider Amelia Thomson - learn how to perfect your show jumping performance working through a grid to improve horse and rider technique and confidence. For rider levels 6 to 8 and competent+ adult riders. From: 10am 1pm LHS Members: 50 Non-Members: 65 Or book into both for 68 for the day! (Members only) From: 2 pm 4pm LHS Members: 40 Non-Members: NA 9
Spring Half Term THURS 18 Super Smart PONY OWNING DAY For pre-teens, choose your favourite pony to learn all about how to groom and pamper your pony so that he looks super smart. The day will also include two riding sessions, one of which will be a hack providing conditions are suitable. LHS Members: 68 Non-Members: 85 19 PONY CLUB Combined Training Competition This is the first competition of three for the Pony Club League Series to be held during 2016, which is awarded by the Pony Club Head Office. For level 4 riders and above, choose one of the following classes and state which one you are entering at the time of booking, or we can do this for you if preferred. Do ask for a copy of your dressage test from the office so you can pre-learn it. Competing times will be provided and parents are welcome to come and watch. The ponies will be available from 9 a.m. to get ready for the competition. Refreshments available and a photographer will also be present. PC Class 1 Pony Club D Level Dressage Test & 1 9 show jumping course (Recommended for levels 4&5) Class 2 Class 3 Pony Club Introductory Dressage Test & 2 0 show jumping course (Recommended levels 6&7) From: 9am 4pm Members: 75 Pony Club C Level Dressage Test & 2 3-2 6 show Liveries: 30* jumping course. (Recommended Level 8) *Includes livery discount. All handling by owner 10
BHS Stage 1 & 2 Clinic MON to WEDS 7 to 9 BRITISH HORSE SOCIETY Always rewarding for those who come to learn and the instructors alike, we very much look forward to you joining us for three days of learning to widely improve your horsemanship skills. With groups split according to aims and ability, training towards the BHS Stage 1 exam which will include riding on the flat together with the horse knowledge and care syllabus, whilst the BHS Stage 2 will include all of this plus jumping a small course of fences. A must for anyone thinking of one day having their own horse (if you don t already), you won t regret this valuable learning curve whilst meeting up with likeminded others. Light refreshments are included but please bring a packed lunch. From: 9:30am 3:30pm LHS Members: 205 Non Members: 265 I have been terribly privileged to have been awarded a very rare glimpse into the inner workings of Lavant, and to get to know you slightly better than many. I thank you for both, and stand by all that I have said, and I think you know I feel. Lavant is a very special place. Claire Johnson 2015 11
Show Jumping Evenings 18 APR 8 MAY 6 Whether you own a horse or not, do come and join in with these fun and friendly clear round show jumping evenings. The fences will start small, increasing in size through the evening and every clear round wins a rosette. Rounds will start at 1 6 at 6 p.m. and will finish by 8 p.m. at around 2 6 or if enough request, bigger. A warm-up ring will be available from 5.30 p.m. and you will need to get the horse ready yourself although we are around to help as and when you want it. It is not necessary to wear a jacket or plait for these friendly evenings, but smart turn-out is encouraged. If riding one of our horses, ideally select one you have jumped before. These evenings are for our clients, whether child or From: 5.30pm 8pm adult, if you are already jumping with us, then come LHS Members: 40 and join in you may be surprised just how much fun LHS Liveries: 10* you have! *Includes discount. All handling by owner * Includes livery discount and to get horse ready yourself and take care of afterwards. Have you ever thought of having your own horse?.. We have years of experience, knowledge and importantly success with helping and supporting people into first (or returning) horse ownership. Let us make this dream come true easy for you with our tried and tested structure which avoids all the typical pitfalls of buying and ownership. We will find your perfect horse to buy and we will be with you every step of the way as you continue to build your relationship with your new friend. I would recommend Lavant House Stables to anyone looking to buy a horse as they, in my opinion, really care by matching horse and owner! Jan Flowers 12
Easter Holidays SAT 19 PONY CLUB BADGE Bandaging & Rugs For Juniors and Seniors (levels 4 to 8) join us for two hours of fun and learning to earn you new Pony Club badge. From: 12pm 2pm PC Members: 22 TUES 22 PONY CLUB RALLY These days are essential for all who want to improve their horsemanship skills and advance through the internationally recognised Pony Club structure. To include two riding sessions and related practical towards the Pony Club Progressive and Efficiency Tests, improving competitive skills, and where appropriate Achievement Badges. The most senior group will be taken by our Chief Instructor. Please note this is a private school holiday date. LHS Members: 68 Non-Members: 85 Liveries: 30* *Inc. discount. All handing by owner. THURS 24 PONY OWNING DAY Handling Ponies For pre-teens, choose your favourite pony to learn all about handling your pony safely and effectively when on the ground. To include two riding sessions, one of which will be a hack providing conditions are suitable. This is a private school holiday date. LHS Members: 68 Non-Members: 85 25 OPEN MORNING Join us on Good Friday from 10am 1pm for an eggcellent Easter open morning in our beautiful rural environment within the Southdown s National Park. Meet the team, horses and ponies and Two-Stoke and his best friend Diesel. With free pony rides, tractor rides, refreshments, face painting, pony parlor and egg hunt can you afford to miss it? Get the word out and bring your friends and relatives along too! From: 10am 1pm EVERYTHING IS FREE! 13
Easter Holidays MON 28 TUES 29 WEDS 30 WEDS 30 THURS 31 PONY OWNING DAY All About Feeding For pre-teens, choose your favourite pony to learn all about feeding your pony including the essential 9 Rules of Feeding. To include two riding sessions, one of which will be a hack providing conditions are suitable. PONY CLUB RALLY (& E Test Examination) See March 22 nd for details. Today s rally will also include the Pony Club E Test examination for those children ready to take it. We will be contacting Pony Club members ready to take the test or if you are not sure, do enquire in the office. DRESSAGE Morning Develop your dressage skills with our Chief Instructor. Study and learn how to ride a dressage test to gain the maximum marks you can for your current stage of training. For rider levels 6 to 8 and competent+ adult riders. For our liveries this clinic also contributes to Team Quest training. Liveries 20 for either session or FOR ADULTS TOO! 30 for all day* *Inc.discount owner preps themselves SHOWJUMPING Afternoon An opportunity to improve your showjumping skills with event rider Amelia Thomson - learn how to perfect your show jumping performance practicing around a course to improve horse and rider technique and confidence. For rider levels 6 to 8 and competent+ adult riders. Easter Action ACTIVITY DAY For pre-teens, come and join us so we can search for Easter treasures today both on foot and on horseback around our lovely countryside. Two riding sessions, loads of hands on and Easter themed games in the afternoon with rosettes awarded. LHS Members: 68 Non-Members: 85 LHS Members: 68 Non-Members: 85 Liveries: 30* *Inc. discount. All handling by owner. From: 10am 1pm LHS Members: 50 Non-Members: 65 Or book into both for 68 for the day! (Members only) From: 2 pm 4pm LHS Members: 40 Non-Members: NA LHS Members: 68 Non-Members: 85 14
Easter Holidays PONY CLUB Show Jumping Competition with Open Adult Secton **New** APR 1 This is the second competition of three for the Pony Club League Series to be held during 2016. For level 4 riders and above, you will be jumping in three classes. At the time of booking please choose one size from Class 1 and Class 3 and one of Classes 2, 4 or 5. The ponies will be available from 9 a.m. There will be one hour to prepare your horse for the competition followed by course building and course walks to learn tactical skills. If ground permits a second course will be in the grass show jumping field for level 7 & 8 riders. Rosettes according to entries, light refreshments available and a photographer will be present. PC Class 1 Clear Round @ 1 6, 1 9, 2 0, 2 3 or 2 6 in this order please state which height you would like to jump. Class 2 Minimus maximum height 1 9. First round clears go forward to jump off second round clears share the rosettes. (Recommended levels 4&5) Class 3 Class 4 Rider Equitation @ 2 0 or 2 6. Marks will be awarded on rider style, skill and influence over the pony s way of going whilst jumping around a course of fences. Novice maximum height 2 0 first round. Second round clears go forward to jump off against the clock. Class 5 Class 6 Intermediate maximum height 2 6 first round. Second round clears go forward to jump off against the clock over a 2 9 course. Adults Section maximum height 2 3 first round. Second round clears go forward to jump off against the clock over a 2 6 course. **NEW** From: 9am 4pm Members: 75 Liveries: 30* *Includes discount. All handling by owner. Includes livery discount MON to APR 4 to 8 5 DAY EASTER CAMP After the excitement of Easter why not get outside in the fresh air and join us for 5 days of fun and games to burn off all that chocolate! You will be taking part in a brilliant fun packed programme culminating in an exciting competition on the final day. With Dressage and Show Jumping training, hacking, games, grooming and lots more you can t miss it have an unforgettable Easter with us! LHS Members: 340 Non-Members: 440 15
JOIN US Lavant House Stables Lavant Chichester West Sussex PO18 9AH Tel: 01243 530460 Email: riding@lhstables.co.uk www.lhstables.co.uk (All information correct at time of printing. Spring 2016 programme V2) 16