Well, after the last time out jumping a having a fall, I let Ainsleigh convince me to join the Te Marua Adult riding Club. Went along yesterday for their jumping practice day and had a blast. Gary was the instructor (who also spent most of last week encouraging me to go). He was a really good coach, especially as Tom was very "hot headed". I picked up lots of tips, like keeping him moving forward and letting him have his rein just as he takes off. Also taking a shorter route to the jump so he does not have as much time to muck around. Despite everything, Tom went really well and I felt very confident after I finished. I do think the Peewee bit made a big difference as I was able to keep him going at a nice pace and didn't feel like I was hanging onto his mouth for dear life. Can't wait to get out and do some more jumping.
Again I have to thank Ainsleigh for being my supporter, shes been just wonderful over the last six weeks, since I got Tom clipped. Lots of encouragement from her and I will catch up with Gary at work tomorrow to see where we should go from that lesson as he mentioned lessons at his place once he has some jumps set up.
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