It feels a little bit as though we’ve had nothing but snow and freezing weather since we last posted a blog! A small silver lining of lockdown, perhaps, is that we haven’t had to try to get to competitions when the driving conditions are so hazardous. We are also very grateful for our all-weather school and horse walker when the weather is bad. It means we can still exercise the horses when hacking (and sometimes the fields!) are a little treacherous. Speaking of all-weather facilities, we are delighted to share the news that we have been granted planning permission for our new indoor school! Knowing that this time next year, we will have a beautiful indoor arena to train in does make us feel a whole lot better about riding in the rain, sleet, snow and wind!
But wintery weather and planning permission fun aside, we all hope that some warm spring weather will be here before too long. There’s nothing quite like those first few days when you don’t have to dress in waterproofs, wooly hats and thermals just to head to the yard - and perhaps even being able to ride in just a t-shirt again isn’t too far off… We've been dreaming of warm days ahead by planning our summer camps and have been overwhelmed by the response! Obviously, things are not 100% certain thanks to the ongoing Covid-19 restrictions, but we are hoping to be able to welcome you back to the home of Team Chapman Equestrian when things do settle down. The summer camps will run in a similar way as they have before:
● 2 private lessons over 2 days (with the possibility of a 3rd lesson if you wish to arrive early)
● Dressage test riding with BD judge (including feedback)
● A Pilates session
● A Baileys horse feeds session
● Possible bitting camp
● Possible jumping/pole work sessions
● Stabling and bedding for one evening included
● Lunch on both days and an evening BBQ.
The dates we have set aside later on this year are as follows:
● June 12th & 13th
● June 26th & 27th (this date is full, but we will operate a waiting list)
● August 7th & 8th
● August 28th & 29th
● September 11th & 12th
If you would like to attend, or find out more, then please get in touch with us.
Those who follow Team Chapman Equestrian on social media will have noticed that we’ve been sharing some videos and images of our crop of rising 4-year-olds. They are a really special bunch this year and it has been fantastic to have extra time to spend with them. Their development is coming on beautifully and we look forward to seeing them shine with new owners when the equestrian sporting world opens back up again. If you or anyone you know is on the hunt for their next superstar then make sure you get in touch to see what we have tucked away at Team Chapman Equestrian! Take a look at some of the horses we have for sale here:
https://www.teamchapmanequestrian.com/current-availability