Dressage :: Rhegan White Clinic

So I had no time to post up this Saturday, this weekend was INSANE. I had so much stuff to take care of, that it was a little ridiculous. Seems like whenever something happens, it’s always right on top of each other. When it rains, it pours. I had a riding clinic and moving out all in the same weekend. I realize that I probably didn’t have to do the move in this weekend, but as Andrew was heading out west, I figured this was the best time.

But first! Riding clinic. That was on the Saturday, and it. was. so. good. Expensive, but so, so worth it. I was riding Gillian, and I was a little nervous. And with good reason. I usually ride with a crop (that I don’t use.. it’s just there for “just in case” moments), and Rhegan had me drop that. And then it went downhill. She bulged out her shoulder, took me where she wanted to go, and I had a little meltdown. I started crying, and it was nice because she didn’t say anything about, just had me work through it.

She made me actually use my legs, and get over my crutch that was holding me back. We worked on the perfect circle, to make perfect serpentines. She was so positive, and complimented me on them. She was awesome, and turned off the mike when I was having my moment, and she then worked with me off the mike for the rest of the time (45 minutes). Best 45 mins ever. I got her under control, in a frame, and pushed her and myself to a new limit. I learned so much just from watching, and then riding it was amazing. I can’t wait to actually ride for the 2 days, next time she’s up.

Have to start saving for that now! Completely mind changing. So good for the body. Now I just have to start working on my core. Luckily, there’s a Saturday morning Yogalates class at the local community centre! Sign me up!