March 15 Sunday Rally
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MEMBERS ONLY
Bookings close: Friday 6th March (or when FULL)
General enquiries: gidgearc@yahoo.com.au
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PLEASE BOOK IN FOR ONE LESSON AM & ONE Lesson PmONLY ​
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Please enter the showgrounds from Old Coach Road & close the entrance gates as you enter or leave.
Please do not drive with your float around the arena when lessons are in progress.
INSTRUCTORS:
Dwight Pedlow, Dave Carey and Maggie Cappon
We value our instructors so please treat them with respect.
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CLASSES
Start time 9:00am (subject to change)
ONE LESSON AM & ONE LESSON PM PLEASE
We are offering:
AM: Flatwork, Working Equitation - Dressage, Desensitisation Unmounted, Ground to Saddle Desensitisation.
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PM: Poles, Show Jumping and Working Equitation- Obstacles
Showjumpers please let us know in the questions section on global the height you are comfortable jumping
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If you have any special requests please let us know in the comments section on Global.​​​
No guarantees.
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*Desensitisation - unmounted
Small enclosed arena
Introducing your horse to obstacles
Helmet required, gloves recommended
Halter & lead rope
Long whip for guidance (if you have one)
*Ground to Saddle Desensitisation - mounted
Small enclosed arena
Introducing your horse to obstacles
You can start the lesson unmounted if you are a little uncertain how your horse will react and then hop on once your horse has settled. (helmet required, gloves recommended if starting unmounted).
You can remain unmounted if things aren't going according to plan. Dave is excellent and will guide you through the process.
Come prepared to ride (saddled).
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RALLY COORDINATORS:
Colette Sheppard 0429 080 005
Kate Kolk 0423 387 779
Please ONLY notify one of the rally coordinators if you are not able to attend or are delayed ON THE DAY.
If you need to cancel before Sunday, or wish to enquire about your groups/lesson times, please email the club -
For ALL other enquiries please email gidgearc@yahoo.com.au
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Prior to the closing date you can edit your lesson choices or withdraw from the rally on Global.
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Based on information supplied on your Membership Application we try and place horse/rider in a class with others of a similar level. This can be a little difficult at the start of the year so if you feel you are in the wrong group for either yourself or horse please let us know.
FORMAT:
8:00am: Set up.
Please have horses settled and be on the arena ready to set up at 8.00am
9:00am - 12:00pm: Lessons (may be altered due to booking numbers)
12:00 - 1:00pm Lunch
1:00pm - 4:00 Lessons
4:15 Pack up equipment
Stay back for debrief (Gold coin donation for snacks, BYO drinks)
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WELFARE:
Canteen open for cakes, tea, coffee & cold drinks (donations of cakes gratefully appreciated).
Tea, coffee and donated snacks are free. Cool drinks & chocolates $2, bottled water $1.50​
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Lunch - $10 p/p
Nachos (vegetarian option available)
If you would like lunch please book on global.
Please let us know if you require a vegetarian meal in the comments section on Global.
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HELPER DUTIES:
All riders will be assigned a helper duty to fit around lesson times.
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STABLES:
Use of stables is free.
If you require a stable please book online.
Please use the stable you've been allocated. If for any reason you need to change stables please see one of the rally co-ordinators.
Please leave your stable clean and tidy. All hay and manure removed.
EQUISSAGE UNIT:
We are offering members the use of the Equissage Unit at the rally.
Please add your name to the timetable at the canteen.
PLEASE NOTE:
*Helmets must be worn when lunging, taking part in groundwork, and whilst mounted. Gloves are recommended for lunging and groundwork.
If you need to lunge your horse prior to your lesson, please do so in small enclosed arena (if it is not being used for a lesson) or the round yard.
Please leave stables and grounds neat & tidy. Please clean up any manure and hay around your float.
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Please close the gates to the main arena as you enter or leave.
Please do not enter or exit the grounds with your float around the main arena while lessons are in progress (i.e. DO NOT use the Toodyay Rd gate).
Please familiarise yourself with our rules and regulations
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REFUND POLICY
Cancellation Policy for Rallies: If a member books into a rally and withdraws prior to the closing date a refund will be given. Prior to the closing date cancellations (or booking changes) can be made by the member through their Global account. If a member books into a rally and withdraws after the closing date, a refund will be given only if a vet or doctor’s certificate can be presented. The certificate must be presented within 7 days of the rally or it will not be accepted. Bank details for the refund also need to be emailed to the club with the certificate. If withdrawing on the days prior to the rally or on the morning of the rally please contact one of the Coordinators (please refrain from emailing or posting on Facebook as it is unlikely to be read after hours leading up to the rally). Cancelled Bookings: Any monies owed will be credited to the member’s account via Global, this will occur only after all rally entries have closed and been finalised. Money will not be held over to transfer to another event.