Clinics – Workshops – Training Days
Both mounted and unmounted clinics are regularly held at Acacia Park as well as other venues by request. Introduction to the Alexander Technique, as well as general equestrian clincs and lessons can be tailored to suit individuals, ARC & Pony Club at all levels.
Upcoming Clinics/workshops:
April 2008June 2008
July 2008
August 2008
Alexander Technique for riders...making the connection.
Develop greater mind/body awareness
Improve riding position
Identify patterns of muscular tension
Promote fluent application of the aids
And make that better connection with YOUR horse!
One day workshops:
Please phone for more details: 03 5971 3287
"Ride a better test...get a better score"
Learn the art of test riding.
Practice your test riding skills in a friendly environment
designed to improve your performance at a competition.
Learn the keys for successful competition riding:
- mental rehearsal
- strategies to combat competition nerves
- tactics for test riding
- warm up preparation
- reviewing your performance
Written appraisal of test ridden in the afternoon,
with one-on-one coaching to apply the keys learned in the morning session.
Riders to bring photocopy of test they wish to ride.
Dates to be confirmed.
Venue: Acacia Park
Please phone for more details: 03 5971 3287
Thought...Poise...Activity
Attend an Alexander Technique Clinic for non-riders.
A skill that can be learned and applied in daily activities improving balance and coordination. The workshops are interactive incorporating the basic principles of the Alexander Technique through group activities. The Technique is useful for people with back and neck problems and RSI. It can be applied in the areas of sports performance, performing arts and personal development.
Venue: Acacia Park
Please phone for details: 03 5971 3287
Michelle DespaxAcacia Park Est. 1979A.B.N 96 633 167 83385 Newton AveLangwarrin Sth 3911Melways Ref: 107 H2Phone: 03 5971 3287Email: mdespax@hotmail.com