Workshop -
Ride Strong for Women over 40.
If you wish to hold a course at your yard/riding school or book for Riding/Pony club lectures, don't hesitate to contact Joanne.
Joanne is fully insured, holds an Enhanced DBS check, and has Safeguard training.
Cancellation Policy for Workshops
If confirmed at least 14 days before the start date, fees will be refundable less a £25 admin fee
If however, cancellation is made after this period, the full fees will be non-refundable unless the place can be filled, then the full amount will be refunded minus a £25 admin fee
Four weeks before the start of the workshop, a confirmation email will be sent confirming dates and times with the workshop timetable.
The workshop is aimed at the female rider over 40. It’s a classroom-based educational day conducted in a warm and friendly environment.
The day comprises of lectures on the latest research and a practical session.
We will look at the physiological and biomechanical demands placed on the rider in equestrian sport, and we will discuss the effects menopause has on the body.
The practical session will involve taking strength, balance, and mobility tests. We will then discuss the results and carry out some exercises.
Schedule for the day:
10.00 Welcome: Everyone gets refreshments before we sit down for the lecture - The physiological and biomechanical demands placed on the rider in equestrian sport
10.30 Lecture - The effect of poor rider biomechanics, looking at how it impacts the performance of the rider and horse
12.00 Break for Lunch
12.30 Lecture - Look at research on menopausal rider
13.00 Practical session - Carry out fitness tests, strength tests, balance tests and mobility exercises
14.00 Lecture - Discuss the results of the practical session and then carry out some exercises.
15.00 Finish.
The workshop cost is £60