We are pleased to announce our “PETC Course” (International Para Equestrian Trainers Club) FOR PARA-EQUESTRIAN TRAINERS that will be held at the BLOSO riding centre in Waregem (
The main objective of this course is to have a close look from the trainers perspective at the new Para-Equestrian riding tests and movements 2010, including training, riding and judging aspects.
The course directors will include Mrs Anne Prain (FRA), M Marc Urban (BEL) and Mrs Anne d’Ieteren (BEL).
The course language will be English and participation is open to all Nations.
Applications must be sent before 31.01.2010 to:
Mrs Anne d’Ieteren
Chairman PETC
Brandemolenweg 5
8540 Deerlijk
Belgium
Mail: anne.dieteren@skynet.be
Please find enclosed the provisional program of this course. Details and exact program will be sent to all participants upon receipt of application.
Please do not hesitate to contact us in case you would need any further information.
Hoping to welcome you in
PETC COURSE FOR PARA -EQUESTRIAN TRAINERS – WAREGEM
2010
February 12th 2010
Arrival and registration
19:00 Dinner
February 13th 2010
Breakfast
09:00 – 09:30 Introduction and Aims of course (Anne d’Ieteren)
Ice breaker – getting to know one another
09:30 - 12:00 Theory and video session with focus on new PE tests and movements 2010 (PE FEI “O” judge Anne Prain from France and PE FEI “I” judge Marc Urban from Belgium)
12:00 – 12:30 Questions & Answers
12:30 – 14:00 Lunch
14:00 – 16:45 Practical session in the arena with focus on new movements and movements that need more explanation (Anne Prain, Marc Urban, Anne d’Ieteren)
16:45 – 17:00 Summary and conclusion (Anne d’Ieteren)
19:30 Official dinner
February 14th 2010
Breakfast and departure
Course fee: € 75
Accommodation (2 nights: Friday and Saturday) and meals in the “
120 € p/p (based on 2 persons per room)
Closing date for applications: 31/01/2010
FEI Course for Para-Equestrian Trainers 19/03/2008
A three day course specifically for Para-Equestrian Trainers has recently been held in the Belgian town of Wergem. The course attracted attendees from more than ten European countries and some attendees from as far afield as South Africa and Argentina. As a special case the FEI Development Fund was able to support the Venezuelan Trainer, Maritza Trujllio (VEN), to make the long trip from South America to Belgium in order for her to gain further knowledge and help the expansion of the Para-Equestrian Discipline within her home country.
The highly successful course had been organised by Belgian Trainer Anne d’Ieteren (BEL) at a local Riding School with ideal access to excellent onsite facilities including lecture rooms, manages, and even some willing local Para-Equestrian riders enabling practical sessions for the Trainers.
The course had several different speakers throughout the three days of tuition. Anne Prain (FRA), International Judge, Clive Milkins (GBR), Para-Equestrian Trainer, and Jane Goldsmith (GBR), International Judge and Trainer, commenced the weekend with an in depth study of the requirements for Grade I and Grade II Tests. Video Analysis was followed by an open discussion where attendees were encouraged to ask questions and interact with the speaker Anne Prain (FRA), to gain a thorough understanding of the Judges’ viewpoints. Clive Milkins (GBR) and Jane Goldsmith (GBR) then led the more practical sessions focusing on the training of the walk and trot, and of the progression of the Para-Equestrian Athletes.
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Day two saw further sessions for the Course attendees to further their knowledge. Mariette Withages (BEL), Chairman of FEI Dressage, led the initial sessions and focused on the presentation of the Kür. Following an informative talk the session moved onto a practical session covering all Grades. With the help of some local riders, the candidates were able to practice scoring tests, enabling them to understand the best way for their riders to gain the highest scores possible. Compensating Aids was the subject for the evening’s lecture presented by Classifier Daniel Bens (BEL). The lecture was followed by a lively discussion on the subject where attendees were able to interact and share their knowledge with each other.
Dr. Frédéric Eperjessy (BEL) started the final day with an informative session on the Veterinary aspects of Para-Equestrian. Included in his session was instruction on a good Trot-Up, information on Passport issues and prohibited substances.
The final sessions of the weekend were led by Jane Goldsmith (GBR) and Clive Milkins (GBR) along with five Para-Equestrian Riders. These sessions really emphasised the importance of good training, including lungeing as well as riding. Highlighting the need for correct basics before the progression of horse and rider can take place.
All reviews have been hugely complimentary towards the organisation, hospitality and generosity of the event. The opportunity given to these participants has been invaluable, and the experience far reaching. Not only has this directly aided the attendees but also the information and instruction received at this course will enable the Para-Equestrian Athletes World Wide to benefit from the expert tuition over this weekend.