Spring Creek Training Centre

Use the Counter-Canter for Uphill Balance and Expression In this Ask the L, Aviva Nebesky talks about counter-canter in First Level Test 3, including what judges are looking for and how it's scored.

That’s how we roll!

🌟 This month, we’re shining the spotlight on Kim Scheid, one of Galway Downs’ amazing volunteers! Her dedication and enthusiasm embody the heart of our eventing community.

🐴💙 Kim reminds us how rewarding it is to contribute behind the scenes: “Volunteering gives you a unique perspective on the sport—you’re part of the team that helps it all come together.” Join us in celebrating Kim and all our incredible volunteers who help make our events possible.

Want to get involved in 2025? Volunteering at Galway Downs is a fantastic way to support the sport, make new friends, and enjoy a front-row seat to all the action.

🎉 ➡️ Learn more about volunteering at Galway Downs at https://loom.ly/SX_yZdU

Stop Kicking the Horse! As you become a better rider, you will discover that the legs have so many messages to communicate other than “go”.

12 Riding Quick Tips – #6: Developing Impulsion True impulsion can only happen if the rider herself “has” impulsion. Let me explain.

Collection: A Beginning Exercise To Try This is a (seemingly) simple exercise you can use to start to teach you and your horse what collection feels like.

Simple, not always easy, but always worth it!

Finding the Magic of the Inside Rein Well, I have to confess that it isn’t really magic at all. In fact, it’s purely physiological and once learned, the results can be duplicated over and over again. But when you “f…