MASTER COACHES SERIES #8 WRAP-UP

EA NCAS Level 1 Coach David Dobson conducted an informative masterclass at the Master Coaches Series last night at the State Equestrian Centre.

Spectators were given an opportunity to walk a jumping course with David and gain an understanding as to how he approaches his course walk and plans his ride. David emphasised the importance of paying attention when walking a course and planning the ride accordingly. David then commentated the course while a number of riders completed it, emphasising the importance of riding to the plan particularly indoors where there is less room for changing the stride.

David also talked about how ideally horses should finish the course in exactly the same tempo they started but in reality, the horses tend to get quicker. It is important to be aware of this as tougher courses will make the distances tighter towards the end of the course when the horses are often quicker.

Next Seminar: Training Cross Country Using Show Jumps - 21 June

The next Master Coaches Series evening will be conducted by EA NCAS Level 2 Coach Philippa Collier on Wednesday 21 June 7:00pm at the State Equestrian Centre. The topic for the evening will be training cross country using show jumps. Group discounts available. The bar will be open from 6:30pm and pizza from Two Queens available. 

Register online or email SaraBotten@equestrianwa.org.au for group bookings.

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REMINDER TO ALL MEMBERS

EWA would like to remind all members planning on competing in official events that you must comply with membership, horse registration and competition license requirements to be eligible. Please check the EA Membership Brochure to see what is required at each level. If you require clarification please contact EWA on 9296 1200.

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UPDATE FROM THE CEO

EWA CEO updates on the recent works completed at the State Equestrian Centre as well as the increase of stabling fees which will come into effect on 1 July 2017. MORE

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2017/2018 SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES AVAILABLE

Do you have a business that would benefit from exposure to an equestrian audience? EWA is seeking sponsors for the 2017/2018 FY and has a number of packages available including signage at the State Equestrian Centre, digital advertising, VIP event tickets and more. For more information please contact Rhiannon on rhiannon.bealey@equestrianwa.org.au or (08) 6365 1807.

COACH RENEWALS NOW OPEN

NCAS Coaching Renewals and New Coach Registrations are now open for 2017-2018. Please visit the Equestrian Australia Coach Forms and Resources page for more information.

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HIGH PERFORMANCE FORUM & WORKSHOP

EWA would like to invite NCAS Coaches to join High Performance Athletes at the La Noir Saddleworld High Performance Workshop on 22 July at the State Equestrian Centre.

With presenters including Adrian Schonfeld (Sports Psychologist), Kristy Holmes (Strength and Fitness Trainer) and David Bryant (Sports Nutritionist), coaches will gain valuable knowledge that they will be able to pass on to clients. 

Registration Form must be submitted to SaraBotten@equestrianwa.org.au by Monday 17 July.

HIGH PERFORMANCE FORUM & WORKSHOP

22 July at the State Equestrian Centre. This forum and workshop is FREE and COMPULSORY for all La Noir Saddleworld High Performance Athletes. Coaches of High Performance Athletes are welcome and encouraged to attend.

Registration Form must be submitted to SaraBotten@equestrianwa.org.au by Monday 17 July.

SEC INDOOR DRESSAGE ARENA AVAILABLE

A dressage arena will be set up in the SEC Indoor Arena on Thursday 6, Saturday 8 and Sunday 9 July for private bookings. Please book online or call 9296 1200 to reserve your spot.

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DWA MID-WEEK DRESSAGE 29 & 30 JUNE

Still some places available! Practise your tests on Thursday, receive feedback from the judge and then ride them in competition on Friday. Relaxed, supportive atmosphere, affordable entries and your choice of tests! You may nominate more than one test.

• Thursday 29 June - Training Tests & Judge Protocol sessions
  Indoors at SEC. 8 min Training Tests (no feedback) OR book 16 or 24 mins for Judge Protocol (with judge feedback and ride some movements again).
• Fridays 30 June - Event
  Indoors at SEC. Competitor, Participant and Eventing tests on offer, Prep to Grand Prix plus Young Horse & Freestyles. Nominate your chosen tests (any EA or FEI tests). **Features a free rider workshop at lunch-time.

Enter at www.nominate.com.au.

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DRESSAGE NEWSLETTER

June issue now available. DOWNLOAD

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HIGH PERFORMANCE CLINIC WITH LONE JORGENSEN

EWA La Noir Saddleworld High Performance is excited to present a clinic on 8-10 August with Danish Olympian Lone Jorgensen. Lone is a Dual Olympian and elite dressage coach and regularly works with high performance riders to success.

Lone will also be presenting a Master Class open to all dressage enthusiasts at 7:00pm Wednesday 11 August at the State Equestrian Centre.

EWA would like to thank Anna Latto Equestrian for her contribution in bringing Lone to Western Australia for this clinic.

Email sarabotten@equestrianwa.org.au for further information and registration

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CLINICS WITH EA NCAS LEVEL 3 DRESSAGE COACH ROZ TIPPETT

Dates: 26 August & 14 October
Venue: State Equestrian Centre
Price: $110
Registrations: vmayger@bigpond.net.au

VALLEY EQUINE VETERINARY CENTRE

The WA Eventing Committee would like to thank Warwick Vale and the team at Valley Equine Veterinary Centre for their continued support of our state's eventing community.

Valley Equine Veterinary Centre provides $2500 each year to Eventing WA, plus veterinary attendance at one WA FEI CIC/CCI event in an FEI Veterinary Delegate Capacity, and two annual veterinary lectures to WA Eventing Squad Members.

They also sponsor the FEI Young Eventing Rider of the Year Award, which aims to foster the young eventing rider into FEI competitions. The award includes a prize for the most outstanding and successful horse/rider combination of the year and allows for some financial assistance for further training and education for that combination during the following year.

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EWA COMBINED TRAINING COMPETITION

Attention eventers! EWA are running a Combined Training Competition on Saturday 15 July at the State Equestrian Centre. Entries are now open on www.nominate.com.au. Places are limited so please enter early. Enquiries and further information email sarabotten@equestrianwa.org.au.

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STRONG WA CONTINGENT AT MELBOURNE 3DE

EWA would like to wish good luck to the following WA riders who are competing at the Saddleworld Melbourne International Three Day Event beginning tomorrow.

• Tayah Andrew – Silver Force CCI2* (Australian Team Member for Oceania Championship) and  BML Jetski CCIJ1*
• Madison Gielen – Devereaux Top Up CCIJ1*
• Sonja Johnson – Parkiarrup Peregrine CCI1*, Misty Isle Valentino CCI3*
• Kirsten Twining – Newhope Sparks Fly CCI1*
• Emma King – DvZ Chevalier and Em and M Russell CCI2*
• Kenya Wilson – Barabadean Aspire CCI2*
• Lauren Browne – Sky’s Da Limit CCI3*
• Samantha Bain – Barabadeen Woodstock CCI3*

Live results will be available at m3de.com.au throughout the competition.

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MAKING EVENTING SAFER

The Making Eventing Safer Fund, kicked off by the generosity of Willinga Park’s Terry Snow, will see $45,000 distributed to States to support the roll out of frangible devices at all EA events across Australia. This funding will be matched by State Eventing Committees meaning a total of $90,000 will be spent on improving safety. MORE

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MEDICAL PROTOCOLS UPDATE

Eventing WA has issued an update containing a reminder regarding medical checks after falls at an event, and advice regarding concussion protocol. Please note that a 21-day suspension can now be imposed following a concussion sustained at an event. MORE

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MURRAY DATE CONFIRMED

The date for Murray CNC has now been confirmed as 14 & 15 October. Grades include EvA65-CNC**. 

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HIGH PERFORMANCE COACHING REBATE

Applications are now open for the Eventing WA High Performance Coaching Rebate. Submissions must be lodged by Friday 16 June for Phase 1 consideration. MORE

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MASTER SERIES UPDATED

The Eventing WA Master Series Leaderboard has now been updated following Brigadoon. MORE

NAME THE INTERSCHOOL PONY COMPETITION

To celebrate the 2017 Australian Interschool Championships, Equestrian Queensland are running a competition to name the Interschool mascot. The winner will receive a merchandise pack and plush pony worth $100 and there will also be prizes for 2nd & 3rd place getters. ENTER

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WA NATIONALS TEAM ANNOUNCED

The first round of invitations have now been sent to the horse and rider combinations selected to represent WA at the 2017 Australian Interschool Championships to be held 26-29 September in Toowoomba, QLD. Current team lists are now available on the EWA website. MORE

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2018 & 2019 AUS INTERSCHOOL CHAMPIONSHIP HOSTS ANNOUNCED

Equestrian Australia today announced the two hosts for the next Australian Interschool Championships. The 2018 Championships will be held at Werribee Park National Equestrian Centre, VIC, and the 2019 Championships will be held at the Sydney International Equestrian Centre, NSW. MORE

JUMPING SQUAD APPLICATIONS & UPDATE FORMS

Applications to join the EWA La Noir Saddleworld Jumping Squads are now open. These must be received by 4pm Monday 10 July for consideration to be included on the squad. Update forms from current members are now being accepted and due no later than 4pm Monday the 10 July. Members are requested for forward these updates prior to this date unless competing at GCEC Jumping. MORE

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SWAN RIVER SHOWJUMPING 24 & 25 JUNE

Indoors at Brookleigh. Course Designer: Kevin Tully
Guest Interstate Young Horse Judge: Paula Hamood

80cm, 105cm, 1.15m, Junior Jumper, EWA HOTY and Silver Series classes - plus the prestigious Horseland Young Showjumping Horse competition.

This is the last opportunity for you to gain Junior, Young & Senior Rider Annual SRSJC HI POINTS! An event not to be missed, if you are not riding come along and enjoy the trade village and Young Horse Masterclass on Sunday.

Enter now at www.globalentriesonline.com.au.
Enquiries & Scratchings: Please text Nanette, 0417 902 734 or email swanrivershowjumpingclub@hotmail.com .

HALLIDAY SHORTLISTED FOR 2017 FEI WORLD VAULTING CHAMPIONSHIPS FOR JUNIORS

August hails the arrival of the Junior World Vaulting Championships, this year held in Ebreichsdorf, Austria, and we are pleased to announce that WA's own Kieran Halliday has qualified for the event. If you would like to help get Kieran to Austria, please consider contributing to his Go Fund Me campaign. MORE

EWA gratefully acknowledges the support of the Department of Sport and Recreation and LotteryWest.