Practice makes perfect
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Posted
by Mara at
7/13/2009 6:42 PM PDT
on Horse Barn
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It takes a lot of practice to become comfortable in the show ring. Inevitably, when you step into the show ring with people watching and critiquing you, the pressure will affect your riding in some way. The way this pressure affects people is different for each person but usually results in nervousness of some degree.
To help my students become comfortable with showing, I began a very casual monthly show at our barn. No show clothes and no strict rules. The shows are simply a chance to get into the ring knowing that there are people watching and practice your riding skills.
This is a great way to get some showing miles at a minimum price and has been so easy to organize that I’m positive anyone could do it at their own barn.
Mara
