Rachael McCrossan is organising another set of lessons with top show jumping coach Gary Marshall. This is definitely something which should be of interest to those focussing on show jumping this season. Rachael has sent us on the following information: The show season has gotten off to a great start and with lots more excitingContinue reading “Jumping lessons with Gary Marshall”
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Familiar scene but plenty of new faces: NWL 2013 kicks off the competitive year
Templemore in mid-February: Contrast the pouring rain, penetrating damp and gloomy overcast sky with the bright, happy and animated faces of riding club members and you begin to understand the enduring attraction of the North West League. Despite the awful weather conditions, it was a real pleasure to be at the opening leg of theContinue reading “Familiar scene but plenty of new faces: NWL 2013 kicks off the competitive year”
Further details confirmed for upcoming activities
Vera has confirmed the details for the series of three flatwork lessons that will run parallel to the NW League, beginning on Friday 15 February. Mary Finneran will provide instruction and the venue is Glenleary. Anybody who attended her classes in October and November will be eager to continue the good work. New pupils alsoContinue reading “Further details confirmed for upcoming activities”
Two weeks to go: North West League 2013 just around the corner
Now in its fourth year, the North West (Spring) League opens its entry book for the first leg of the 2013 edition in just two weeks’ time. On Sunday 10 February members from all over our very large county will assemble for the first of five sessions of training, competition, camaraderie, friendship and rivalry. AContinue reading “Two weeks to go: North West League 2013 just around the corner”
Clear round jumping at Deanes, Sunday 27 January
Deanes Equestrian Centre in Bruckless are running clear round jumping this coming Sunday, beginning at 11am. It’s a good opportunity for anybody within travelling distance to clock up a bit of mileage in advance of the North West League which begins two weeks later on Sunday 10 February.
Phone number mix-up for Francis
Anybody who hasn’t already put two and two together should note that Cormac inadvertently gave Marina’s number in his text for booking jumping lessons. It should of course have been 086 372 2542 for Francis.
Patricia Warren confirmed as instructor for jumping lessons at Cyril’s
Francis has succeeded in collaring Patricia Warren for a couple of Friday evenings as regular weekly activities kick into gear this coming week. Don’t miss this opportunity to get some guidance from a really fine instructor. The classes take place at Cyril’s arena near Milford. Book with Francis on 086 372 2542.
Excellent tuition as the weather plays ball at Cyril’s
Geraldine’s debut as a riding club instructor was a great success on Friday evening at Cyril’s. Horrible weather during the day gave way to a fine dry evening and two batches of four pupils enjoyed the instruction. Francis, Leo, Tanya and Libby opted for a jumping lesson and Geraldine focussed on shortening and lengthening stridesContinue reading “Excellent tuition as the weather plays ball at Cyril’s”
Three out of four ain’t bad — Autumn League concludes with another enjoyable show
Although a clash with the Donegal Harriers’ meet at Maggies kept three or four familiar faces off the scene, Sunday’s third and final leg of the North West Autumn League was a great success under the direction and manpower of the Donegal Gaeltachts. Double points on final day threw everything wide open and resulted inContinue reading “Three out of four ain’t bad — Autumn League concludes with another enjoyable show”
Benbulben Show schedule, Sunday 18 November
After all the training and practice at our league, enthusiastic members might want to consider forming a raiding party to plunder some prizes at Benbulben Riding Club’s autumn show on Sunday 18 November. The event takes place at Kerins’s Equestrian Centre, Tubberbride, Collooney, just south of Sligo. Benbulben RC November Show Schedule
Letterkenny Riding Club 