Horseriding at Liphook gives pupils more to 'ride' home about... |
On Tuesday 11th July, an enormously proud set of parents and staff looked on as the pupils performed their newfound skills and abilities in horseriding at the RDA centre in Liphook.
A range of skills were demonstrated, from walking to trotting, weaving with the horse under control using the reigns, and jumping.
As a finale, the pupils demonstrated 'Round the World' which demands pupils remain on horseback, yet turn a complete 360 degrees whilst still sitting on the saddle.
Pupils at Stepping Stones school have had weekly visits to the RDA centre in Liphook and forms an integrated part of their Physical Education curriculum. The pupils have the opportunity to continue riding in September when they begin working towards a certificate in dressage.
We were all greatly impressed by the confidence and enjoyment shown by the pupils. Well done all!
What a great afternoon we had as parents watching how far you have all come on with horseriding. You were all amazing and showed so much courage and confidence when you were given a jump (I was scared for you all just watching) but you should all be so proud. I cannot believe Jess has been with you for 7 months at Stepping Stones and I cannot thank you enough. The team at Stepping Stones really are the best and are so committed in giving our children the best in education but most importantly to me as a parent they give her confidence and such happiness. THANK YOU ALL FOR DOING A FANTASTIC JOB
Thank you for your comment Helen, it is a pleasure to work with Jess and see the progress she makes. She always uplifts my spirit and makes each day a joy.
what a fantastic afternoon,thanks to all the staff at stepping stones for allowing this opportunity to take place, all the children looked so happy and confident.
you all showed great progress,well done Dom,Dan,Amy and Jess you make us parents proud.
Hello, everyone. Just seen your fantastic photo's! :-) Looks like you were all having the time of your life! :-) You all showed a lot of skill and confidence while you are in walk, trot, jumping and of course doing a round the world too! I have done one of those and I know how difficult it can be! :-) Well Done to you all. I am also really impressed too! :-) I know you will all look forward to gaining a certificate in dressage. :-) I did all those years ago when I was working towards one and I even came 2nd too, which was a bit of a shock to the system! But a happy and nice one though!
Now Jonathan I thought you didn't like horses??? Im very impressed with your attempted do a round the world!:-) You did look very nervous though but I think you enjoyed it really!!??? Maybe you ought to have a go at dressage?;-) What do you think?? I look forward to seeing more horsey photo's in the future!! :-) Well Done Again!! Keep it up!! YOU CAN ALL DO IT, I KNOW YOU CAN!! :-)
Hello :-)
I am proud of you all for Jumping .. We might next time get Jonathan on a horse to do some jumping .