Flying Horse Ltd

16/09/2024

Extra wintery here in Invercargill this morning!
We're doing a feed run this morning so if you want any Hekeao Feed delivered message me to order.

15/09/2024

Looking up flights right now!!!!

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**** SAVE THE DATE – CARL HESTER in NEW ZEALAND ****

Looking forward to heading back to New Zealand in February to give a masterclass in all aspects of dressage including young horse, junior riders, young riders, small tour, big tour and eventing dressage, at the National Equestrian Centre – Taupo, New Zealand, Sunday 16 February, 2025.

I’ve always loved my time visiting New Zealand so I hope to see some of you there.

General Admission tickets will be on sale soon through Equinesque, so do follow their social media channels to keep up to date.

15/09/2024

Tabitha's tip of the week

15/09/2024

The girls waiting to be brought in for the night.
How's everyone coping with this crappy weather?

15/09/2024

Poor Charlie!
It was raining so hard at the end of our ride that he was trying to keep his eyes shut!
The weather certainly is not being pleasant but I'm determined to stick with the plan!
Going to the Julie Brougham South Island Dressage camp last weekend has really made a difference to my motivation and accountability.

11/09/2024

Evie cooling down Summer after her lesson tonight.
Walking at the start and end of each ride is so important.

09/09/2024

The Julie Brougham South Island Dressage camp was absolutely the best training I've done for a long time.
The lessons with Debbie Barke helped me to be more analytical in my riding and also to make sure Charlie didn't distract me from my position, direction and intended movement.
The sessions with Sophie Hargreaves were a game changer.
I was horrified at how weak my left side is and consequently how much it's affecting Charlie.
The difference and improvements in my position on the Sunday after Sophie's Saturday sessions was very obvious and it made a difference to Charlie's straightness.

08/09/2024

What a fantastic weekend away I've had at the Julie Brougham South Island Dressage camp!
Fantastic coaching from Debbie Barke and Karen Anderson. Physio and position sessions with Sophie Hargreaves. A fantastic dressage test session with Linda Warren Davies.
And a great bunch of friendly supportive riders!
I learned so much and can't wait to put it all into practice!
Huge thanks to Stacey Green for coming along with me and being Charlie's groom and an awesome travel buddy.
Dressage NZ and David Brougham, thank you so much for creating this awesome initiative.

02/09/2024

The horses were very relieved to come inside last night.
The wind was so bad that Summer jumped out of her paddock!
And then the thunder and lightning went for hours!
Hope everyone's furbabies are ok!

31/08/2024

What a beautiful day down here today!
Inside we had a great bunch of people using our horses for a 3 day Equine Touch clinic run by Karen Burrows from Equine Touch Down South.
In the arena I had a steady stream of clients having lessons.

29/08/2024

We don't just do dressage at Flying Horse!
All our horses get to have fun and learn in different environments.
We have a jumping paddock with jumps and poles supplied by Jump4Joy NZ.
There's an obstacle paddock with logs, a seesaw and a Tyre obstacle.
We have a long driveway to hack down and quiet paper road with ditches and slopes.
Plus the round pen and our beautiful full size all-weather arena with mirrors and surfaced with washed crusher dust and Treadlite.
Inside there is the washbay Plus tea and coffee in the tackroom.
You can hire our facilities by the hour for yourself or as a group.
Visiting trainers and clinicians are welcome to book the whole place.

28/08/2024

We visited alot of private stables when working overseas and always asked the grooms what they liked in stable design.
So we have extra wide door into tackroom for when you're carrying saddles.
Rubber flooring.
Inside washbay.
Extra large looseboxes, ours are 4.5m x 4.5m.
Loosebox wall can be opened up to make a double space.
Tackroom and office floor higher than stables so no chance of water running in.
Automatic water in stables.

Our stables are in demand during the competition season with visiting horses staying.
People can also camp on site .

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27/08/2024

Parking!!
When we get new clients they almost always ask what the parking is like. It's the thing that worries people the most about going somewhere with their horses. Can I get in and out easily?
If you're already nervous about the lesson, then having to navigate a tight parking space just adds to the anxiety.
Our parking paddock is big! And because we are on sandy soil it's never muddy!
Its also fully fenced so ,as long as you shut the gate, your precious horse can't do a runner.
We want to make your Flying Horse experience happy, safe and productive.

26/08/2024

My workspace these days.
Years of dreaming, planning, building and lots of hard work created this space. Along with stables, tackroom, office, shop, washbay, etc....
I remember when Dave asked me how big a barn I needed, I said " oh maybe 2 looseboxes, a tackroom and somewhere for hay".
So he built a 6 bay equestrian complex that is now used by so many riders, clinicians and coaches!
Never ever give up on your dream!! Dream big!!

25/08/2024

Gosh 14 years ago!
Back then I was a professional aviation photographer and helicopter spray crew traveling the world, and part time equestrian.
This shot was in aviation magazines worldwide. I had to bash my way through bracken taller than me, was bitten by midges, keeping an eye out for adders!

Now I'm a professional equestrian with an amazing facility, awesome clients and champion horses.
Hard work makes the dream come true!

25/08/2024

Amazing technology from Prestige!

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25/08/2024

This is a super course that I think every horse owner should do!
It's at Flying Horse and you get to work with our awesome horses!

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We have a couple of places come available on the Equine Touch Level 1 Foundation course at The Flying Horse in Invercargill next weekend (Friday 30th to Sunday 1st) A bit last minute but let me know if anyone is keen 😀

25/08/2024

I had a lovely ride on Summer today, working on keeping the forwardness we discovered in Friday's Bill lesson.

25/08/2024

I love this! There's so much more to coaching than people realise.

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A good coach plays several essential roles that contribute to the development and success of their riders. Here are some key roles:

1. Mentor - A coach guides riders not only in their sport but also in personal growth, offering advice and wisdom based on experience.

2. Motivator - They inspire and encourage riders to push their limits, fostering a positive mindset and determination to achieve goals.

3. Teacher - Coaches educate riders about techniques, strategies, and rules of the sport, helping them improve their skills and understanding.

4. Strategist - They develop game plans and strategies to maximize the riders strengths and develop blind spots.

5. Communicator - Effective communication is crucial. A good coach provides clear instructions, feedback, and support, ensuring riders understand their roles and responsibilities.

6. Disciplinarian - They enforce rules and standards of behavior, promoting discipline and respect within the team environment.

7. Supporter - Coaches provide emotional and moral support, helping riders deal with pressure, setbacks, and successes.

8. Evaluator - They assess riders performance, setting benchmarks for improvement and helping them identify areas for growth.

9. Role Model - Coaches serve as examples of sportsmanship, integrity, and work ethic, influencing the behavior and attitudes of their athletes.

10. Team Builder - They foster a sense of teamwork and camaraderie, creating an environment where riders feel valued and connected.

Each of these roles contributes to the overall development of athletes, both in their sport and in life.

However, one of the most important traits of a good coach is being able to deal with the unexpected!

Things go wrong, rarely do things go according plan. Being able to manage situations in a clam efficient manner especially around horses, is for me the most essential quality of a good coach 💪



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23/08/2024

Bill Noble has been a part of Summer's life since her birth. Today he rode her.

23/08/2024

Evie on Charlie and Ashleigh on Gracey.

21/08/2024

Early morning walk with the Labradors.
Bear is getting braver.....up to his elbows now! Whereas Jess is straight in the water!

20/08/2024

Here are all the dates for the Dressage Southland tournaments.

We've had quite a few people asking so here are all the dates for our tournaments this season.
Start planning to keep those weekends free!