Equitation refers to a rider's position while mounted, and encompasses a rider's ability to ride correctly and with effective aids. In competitions, this is judged in equitation classes, or classes at horse shows that mainly judge the rider's performance and control of the horse, as opposed to the performance of the horse. Equitation classes occur in the Hunt seat, Saddle seat, Dressage, and Western disciplines. A good equitation rider is always in balance with the horse, maintains a correct position in every gait, movement, or over a fence, and possesses a commanding, but relaxed, presence. They are effective riders, able to direct the horse with nearly invisible aids.

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Kel-Mac Saddle Club
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Newton County Saddle Club
Georgia International Horse Park
Conyers, GA

Saturday, April 19, 2008
Arenas 8,9,10
Judges:
Arena A - Nick Cardin
Arena B - Ashley Hammonds

Saturday, September 13, 2008
Arenas 5,6,7
Judges:
Arena A - Ellen Ward
Arena B - Shannon Bailey

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Arenas 8,9,10
Judges:
Arena A - Ashley Hammonds
Arena B - Mat Thompson

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Eng / West Div.
(770) 358-4300

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"The harder I work, the luckier I get".--Sam Goldwyn

"If I'm not the problem, there is no solution.

"When you blame others, you give up your power to change."--Robert Anthony

"There are times to be brave ... and times to be smart."

"There is something about the outside of a horse that is good for the inside of a man." --- Sir Winston Churchill

As a kid I was a member of The Rockdale County 4-H Horse Club and Hilltoppers Pony Club. I've been riding since age 5 and showing since age 9, although I haven 't shown in many years. I love passing on what I've learned over the years. Showing and winning ribbons was so much fun and I hope that one day the people I work with can experience the joy of winning too.

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