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T H E H O R S E S P R AY E R
Feed me, water and care for me…
and when the days work is done, provide me with shelter, a clean dry bed and
a stall wide enough for me to lie down in comfort…
Always be kind to me….
Talk to me…
Your voice often means as much to me as the reins…
Pet me sometimes…
that I may serve you the more gladly and learn to love you…
Do not jerk the reins, and do not whip me when going uphill...
Never strike, beat or kick me when I do not understand what you want…
but give me a chance to understand you…
Watch me…
and if I fail to do your bidding, see if something is wrong with my harness or feet…
I cannot tell you when I am thirsty so give me clean, cool water often...
I cannot tell you in words when I am sick…
so watch me, that by signs you may know my condition…
Give me all possible shelter from the hot sun…
and put a blanket on me, not when I am working, but when standing in the cold…
Never put a frosty bit in my mouth; first warm it by holding it a moment in your hands…
I try to carry you and your burdens without a murmur…
and wait patiently for you long hours of the day or night...
Without the power to choose my shoes or path, I sometimes fall on the hard pavements which I have
often prayed might be of such a nature as to give me a safe and sure footing…
Remember that I must be ready at any moment to lose my life in your service…
And finally, O Master!!!
when my useful strength is gone, do not turn me out to starve or freeze…
or sell me to some cruel owner to be slowly tortured or starved to death…
but do thou, my Master, take my life in the kindest way…
And your God will reward you here and hereafter…
You will not consider me irreverent if I ask this in the name of HIM, who was born in a stable!!!
Amen!
ABOUT HPRC
Hyderabad Polo & Riding Club (HPRC) has been established in the year 2005 with a motto to
promote Polo and other equestrian activities from the happening city of Hyderabad. During its
journey of the first decade HPRC has won laurels by winning several tournaments across the
country; Royal Western Mumbai and the Indian Open championship to name a few. Besides
participating in Polo Tournaments outside our state, HPRC also conducts the National Polo
Season in Hyderabad year after year, in which teams from all over the country take part.
Besides Polo, HPRC started conducting / promoting Equestrian activities like Show Jumping,
Dressage & Hacks in different categories From the year 2014,
Situated two and half kilometers away from Exit # 18 of the ORR in the calmness of Aziz Nagar,
Hyderabad Polo and Riding Club is an exclusive club which is spread across 12 acres.
HPRC is equipped with quality stables, a flood lit riding arena, well-maintained flood lit arena
polo field with 90 well mannered and quality horses for hacks, polo and show-jumping.
Members and patrons can immerse themselves in riding, polo, show jumping classes, and
competitive polo or just relax on a breathtaking cross country ride on horseback along the trails
on the banks of the Himayat Sagar.
PA RT N E R S H I P W I T H T E L A N G A N A
S TAT E E Q U E S T R I A N A S S O C I AT I O N
HPRC is proud to be part of Hyderabad’s equestrian glory and heritage that began from
the time of the Nizams. HPRC strives to build a community of elite and regal horse riders
and polo enthusiasts.
The club partners with the Telangana State Equestrian Association (TSEA), in our mission
to spread the spirit of equestrianism and to promote the young riders of the state of
Telangana. Our association with TSEA aims to identify talent and make them eligible
enough to compete in the equestrian events like Show Jumping, Dressage, Tent Pegging in
the National / International level competitions conducted by the Equestrian Federation of
India (EFI), New Delhi. In February, 2016, HPRC has successfully conducted the
NATIONAL EQUESTRIAN COMPETETION 2016 in association with TSEA.
RIDING COACHING CAMP @ HPRC
Schedule for Horse Riding Curriculum
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TO THE HORSE:
T The rider gets to know about the basic riding skills, viz.,:
R
O - Approaching and handling a horse, walking the horse, mount, dismount
1st Week D
U
- Riding posture, correct seat (holding reins - rein contact) and leg position
C (correct length of stirrups & wearing the stirrups)
T - Gripping the horse with legs
I
O - Walk the horse with the help (walk, halt, walk)
N - Walking the horse to the stable - Tack, Grooming & Feeding
R
E
AND ACHIEVING PERFECTION ON THE PREVIOUS WEEK'S SESSION:
V
- Balancing, aids to direct a horse to walk-halt-walk (use of leg & hands aid)
2nd Week I
S
I - Ride straight in circles and turning right and left (use of hand & leg)
O
N - Introduction to trot on Side Reins (individually, if the rider is capable of )
R
E AND ACHIEVING PERFECTION ON THE PREVIOUS WEEK'S SESSION:
V
- Trotting independently without side-reins
3rd Week I
S
I - Controlling the pace of the horse in walk and trot
O
N - Introduction to rising trot
R AND ACHIEVING PERFECTION ON THE PREVIOUS WEEK'S
E SESSION:
V - Independent Trotting to gain balance, confidence control of the horse
I - Mastery in use of reins and legs to move the horse forward, halt
4th Week S - Ride straight and in circles independently
I - Teaching aids to next pace (canter based on individual performance)
O - Independent Cantering depending on the rider's ability and progress in
N acquiring the skills.
A fee of Rs.1,000/- to be paid to undergo a test for Certification.
Certification Certificate will be awarded based on proficiency in basic riding skills.
Note: The progress from pace to pace, i.e., walk to trot, trot to canter will depend on the individual (rider's skill acquiring capabilities)
SOME DO’S AND DON’TS
OF TRAIL RIDING
DON’T ride up too close behind another DO stay behind the Trail Boss unless he or
rider. Your horse may step on the lead horse she has indicated otherwise.
and pull his shoe off or injure him, and you
or your horse could be kicked. DON’T pass other riders at a gallop. You
may upset many horses as you speed by. It is
DO maintain a safe distance between your especially unnerving to those riding young or
horse and the one ahead. green horses that could become extremely
excited. You could cause a serious accident.
DON’T be a dead weight on your horse’s
back. DO change position occasionally. DON’T sit to one side in the saddle. You will
(Some riders will stand up briefly to give be gouging your horse in the back.
their horse some relief ).
DO sit up straight with your weight evenly
If your horse has a tendency to be cranky distributed.
and/or a kicker, DON’T ride him so close
to the group that others are in danger. DON’T leave litter or garbage in the riding
area. DO carry out with you what you carry
DO tie a red ribbon in his tail as a warning. in.
Remember that a kicker is an undesirable
choice for trail use, and you will be responsi- DON’T lag behind the other riders. Most
ble for any problems he causes. rides have a drag or safety rider. If your slow
pace holds him back to the point he/she loses
DO mount and dismount on the uphill sight of the riders ahead, and if the area is so
side. It is wise to practice mounting and frequently used that tracking is difficult, you
dismounting from either side at home could be the cause of the group becoming
before a cross-country ride. separated.
DON’T pass the Trail Boss (the leader of DO be as considerate of your horse as you are
the ride). It is a matter of good trail of yourself.
manners; besides, though you may think
you know where the ride is going, you may DON’T be a chronic complainer. All the
not. It is annoying to have to call riders back comforts of home will not be available on the
when they have taken a wrong turn in the trail.
trail.
HORSEBACK RIDING RULES
Every rider, instructor and trainer has their own opinions and methods
about horseback riding rules. However, there are a few rules that all
instructors would consider universal.
DRESS APPROPRIATELY
Depending on what discipline you choose, it is important that you dress appropriately when
riding. This doesn’t mean that if you choose to ride western that you need to wear chaps and a
cowboy hat, but it does mean that you should wear the appropriate boots and close-fitting jeans
and shirt. The same is true for riding English. You don’t always need to be in breaches, but you
should at least wear jeans and boots that won’t hinder you while riding. The main reason or
dressing appropriately is for safety. Flowing shirts that are either too big or not tucked in can
become caught on tree branches, saddle horns, arena rails or fences. The last thing you
want is to be sitting on a horse and also caught on a fence. It won't be a comfortable
position.
Boots aren’t just to make you look good. Boots are critical for foot protection. They protect
your toes in case the horse accidentally steps on you. They also ensure that your feet stay
properly positioned in the stirrups. Never ride in shoes with no heel. (A critical horseback
riding rule)
KEEP YOUR HANDS LIGHT
When riding, it’s crucial that you keep your hands light. One of the biggest mistakes that
new riders do is to keep their reins tight at all times so that their horse’s mouth is gaping
open. Riders that do this are said to have heavy hands and are using their reins to balance
rather than sitting deep in their seat and using their lower body for balance.
You should never use your hands and the horse’s mouth for balance. This is a critical
horseback riding rule. Violation of this rule will cause your horse to equate you with pain.
It may also damage the sensitive tissues of the horses mouth.
KEEP YOUR HEELS DOWN AND YOUR SHOULDERS BACK
When new riders are in an arena during a horse riding lesson, instructors often remind
“Keep your heals down and shoulders back!” Keeping your heals down allows you to
balance with your lower body rather than with your hands. Keeping your shoulders back,
ensures that you have the proper posture to balance and ride in sync with the horse.
Keeping your shoulders back also ensures that you are able to hold your head up and
watch where you are going, instead of staring at your horse’s ears.
NEVER DROP YOUR REINS
Your reins are your direct line of communication. It is permissible to keep the reins loose
to allow your horse to stretch his neck after a long ride or horseback riding lesson, but you
should always have your hands on the reins.
ESSENTIAL HORSE
RIDING GEAR
Horse riding gear! There is so much of it available! There
is a quote that says “horses are like potato chips, you
can’t have just one.” If riders can’t just have one horse
think of all the possibilities for gear! What a horse and
rider need is all inclusive and can be done with style
from head to toe. You should have the minimum attire
of Jeans & Boots that have a heel.
HELMET
First, a specially made and approved horseback riding helmet should be on
every riders’ head when mounted for safety. There is no reason not to have
this essential piece of horse riding gear as they come in many lightweight
and affordable options to fit every type of rider.
Horse riding for beginners also should include a certified helmet that is
made for riding horses. Skill level should NOT be a factor when deciding to
wear a helmet.
WHIP
Horse whips or riding whips are artificial aids used by equestrians while
riding, driving, or handling horses from the ground. There are many
different kinds, but all feature a handle, a long, semi-flexible shaft, and either
a popper or lash at the end, depending on use. Riding whips rarely exceed
48" from handle to popper, horse whips used for ground training.
BREECHES (RIDING PANTS)
Breeches fit snug on your body. They tend to be made from cotton or other
materials combined with some spandex to help them fit. These Breeches
keep you from sliding around on a smooth leather [Link] they
are worn at the natural waist and are fitted at the bottom (so field or tall
boots can fit over them).
No shorts or Capri's should be worn because the skin on your legs will get
rubbed raw by the saddle as the horse moves.
T-SHIRT
From western T-shirts to the traditional english T-shirt there are options
galore in this category. Many schooling T-shirts and even some newer show
T-shirts are now made from wicking, breathable performance fabrics. There
is no reason to roast in the summer and freeze in the winter.
CHAPS
Chaps are a great addition to your horse riding gear. They can give you more
grip in the saddle as well as keeping your legs dry from the sweat of your
horse or the outside elements. Getting a pair that has the proper fit needs to
be at the top of your list with this bit of horse riding gear.
Half chaps are an English version commonly used for schooling or lessons.
They connect under your shoe and zip or snap up and end at the knee.
BOOTS
Do you love cowboy boots? Or are you more of a paddock boot person?
Many times the style you ride dictates what the appropriate ‘horseback
riding boots’ are! Western riders typically wear cowboy boots, and english
riders tend to like paddock (shorter) boots for schooling or field (taller)
boots mainly used for showing.
There are even lightweight boots that look like sneakers or hiking boots
made for the endurance rider or those who don’t like the traditional choices.
Do not wear open toed shoes. You most definitely don’t want a hoof with a
metal shoe on it that transmits several hundreds of pounds of pressure on
your bare foot. Ouch!
You are best to have something with at least a 1” heel and good traction on it
to help keep your foot from sliding around in the stirrup. They will protect
your toes on the ground.
GLOVES
Horse riding gloves can be used for show or schooling and help with grip on
the reins.
PA RTS O F A H O R S E
Surface anatomy
1. Poll 12. Arm 26. Angle of Llium
2. Supraorbital 13. Elbow 27. Loins
Fossa 14. Forearm 28. Back
3. Eye 15. Knee 29. Chest
4. Cheek 16. Cannon 30. Flank
5. Throat 17. Fetlock 31. Belly
6. Jugular furrow 18. Pastern 32. Girth
(Jugular groove) 19. Coronet 33. Chestnut
7. Windpipe 20. Hock 34. Breast
(Trachea) 21. Gaskin 35. Tail
8. Neck 22. Stifle 36. Dock
9. Withers 23. Quarters (Root of tail)
10. Shoulder 24. Buttock 37. Mane/Crest
11. Point of shoulder 25. Croup (Rump) 38. Hoof
TIPS TO KEEP YOU SECURE
IN THE SADDLE
Riding is a lot more about balance on the move than gripping with your legs
Try to sit squarely in the saddle, moving your body with your horse. The tenser you are, the
more you will bounce. Stay in tune with how he is moving. It will be less likely that you will
be to be thrown off balance.
For beginners we tend to tell them to sit near their back pockets but without slouching the
upper body.
Having your weight set further back will help keep you secure if the horse stops suddenly.
Think of driving in a car without a seat belt. If the driver suddenly hits the brakes you’ll go
flying forward.
Same thing on a horse except you won’t have the seat belt to keep you in the saddle! The
same is true if you are sitting too far back on the horse, if he heads off quickly you’ll be left
behind.
Always look where you are going
Horses are very intuitive. They feel the slightest movements and are also great at reading our
intentions. So look up and where you want to go and it will help you guide your horse there
along with your leg and rein aids.
The ball of your foot (the widest part behind your toes) should be where your foot sits on
the stirrup
You don’t want to have your feet in any further than that or you risk getting hung up in case
of a fall. Point your toes to the sky while riding.
Hold your reins evenly and don’t have too much slack in them
How you hold the reins will vary whether you are riding English or Western. Western
Riders hold their reins in one hand and don’t have contact with the horses’ mouth
because there is a small bit of slack or loop.
Western beginners tend to hold the reins too long making it difficult to make a correc-
tion with them if needed.
English riders hold the reins in two hands and with more contact or feel on the reins.
Beginner English riders can tend to use the reins to keep their own balance by hanging
on them.
This ends up hurting the horses‘ mouth as your hands bounce all over the place with the
weight of your body too. If you are riding English, you will need to do your best to keep
your body balanced with your hands level and still.
Don’t forget to breathe while you are riding!
Beginners have a tendency to hold their breath especially as the horse moves up in speed
and gait. This can give you a side ache, back ache and transmit emotional tension to your
horse.
ON THE GROUND
You’ll always greet your horse on the ground first, so knowing appropriate ground
handling skills is essential for your safety.
Since horses are so big and sometimes can be unpredictable, you’ll want to know the
following:
Do as Horses Do
When introduced to your horse offer the back of your hand to him to smell.
That is called a “horseman’s handshake” and it is how horses greet each other.
It seems like a small thing but in the horse world it is a proper introduction.
You can compare this to visiting another country. You may be accustomed to a hand-
shake, but another culture may greet each other in a different manner.
Many instructors don’t teach this simple technique, but it will gain you points with the
horse.
Most horses are very nice and like people but it is best to know how to stay safe.
The horse you are going to ride is probably used to beginners too, that generally makes
him more forgiving of your mistakes.
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