RoR Northern - Step Into Dressage with Louise Smales at West Park Arena, DL13 4NR
Schedule
Sun, 03 May, 2026 at 09:00 am
UTC+01:00Location
West Park Arena | Bishop Auckland, EN
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RoR Step Into Dressage Clinic Gain confidence in the dressage arena.
Retraining of Racehorses (RoR) invites you to take part in a Step Into Dressage Clinic - a supportive introduction to dressage designed specifically for riders of former racehorses.
Delivered in collaboration with British Dressage (BD) qualified coaches and judges, this clinic provides a “mock competition” experience where riders can ride through a test, receive expert coaching and feedback, and learn how to confidently prepare for competition.
Perfect for:
Riders preparing for their first dressage test
Those wanting to understand dressage judging criteria
Anyone looking to improve their scores in a calm, encouraging setting
Led by: BD-qualified dressage coaches and experience judges.
Open to: RoR-registered horses and riders.
Step into dressage with guidance, structure, and support - and discover just how far your former racehorse can go.
This event will take place in the International Arena with dressage boards and will enable you to have a go at a dressage test with the support of BD Coach and Judge Lucy Warbrick.
Dress to impress - Dress in your competition clothing, but don't worry if you do not have any then just attend in your smart riding attire. If you are able to plait your horse as you would for compteition then you are welcome to.
Please note if there is a specific dressage test you would like to go through, this is for bookings made 7 working days before the event. For late bookings we will choose which test, as these are ordered in advancve from BD.
This event will take place in the arena with dressage boards and will enable you to have a go at a dressage test with the support of BHSI Coach, BE Accredited Coach, BD Judge and FEI Eventing Judge Louise Smales
Dress to impress - Dress in your competition clothing, but don't worry if you do not have any then just attend in your smart riding attire. If you are able to plait your horse as you would for compteition then you are welcome to.
Please note if there is a specific dressage test you would like to go through, this is for bookings made 14 working days before the event. For late bookings we will choose which test, as these are ordered in advance from BD and you will not have a written sheet.
Louise's Bio:
BHSI, level 5 Performance Coach, BE Coach , BE Steward,
BD List 3a judge,
FEI Level 2 Eventing judge.
For many years been involved in with eventing both personally and with 2 sons .
I have produced 2 horses to PSG though neither competed at that level due to injury to myself .
I currently breed and produce sports horses , the oldest is currently successful at Intermediate / 3* level .
Over many years I have
had TB horses out of training and produced them for eventing at all levels .
There are currently 4 ROR horses on my yard All working at different levels from competition to pleasure horse.
Times subject to change, depending on numbers, please note when booking if you are limited to a specific time and I will do my best to accommodate.
https://horsemonkey.com/uk/equestrian_event/84156/RoR+Northern+-+Step+Into+Dressage+with+Louise+Smales+at+Western+Park+Arena%2C+DL13+4NR
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