Colleen Kelly started her career in exercise physiology, working in rehabilitation gymnasiums, and now, some 30 years later, is one of most sought-after speakers around the world. Colleen has always been fascinated by the mechanics of movement, and has taught weight lifters, runners, swimmers & divers. She received an unheard of 100% in the Judge's Dressage Examination and her unique and original work is now recognised by Official Federations around the world.
They say "you get it from your family", and Colleen's great grandmother Mary Louise Berry (b.1836) was well known for training animals and breaking horses, and, probably because of her petite size, was unable to do the rough "rope them down" methods. Her kind and humane method of breaking was followed by Colleen's Grandfather, Alan Manuel. Colleen has always trained animals learning carefully from her mother, Gwen Kelly, who was not only a master horsewoman, but was also able to train animals - even cats - to do every animal trick you can think of!
Colleen always rode, and first started competing in a few of the shorter endurance rides on the Gold Coast, but found her heart wasn't in the hours of pain! She then became interested in showing, after finding a horse that no-one else would ride - the magnificent (but naughty!) 18hh Thendara Old Times. Later, Colleen acquired the fabulous "Rex the Wonderhorse" and throughout the 90's Colleen performed her trick and liberty act with him and with his "sidekick" Patch the Wonderdog at many charity and fundraising events around Australia.
It is Colleen�s Aussie sense of humor and fun presentations that keep audiences around the world laughing, and has seen her awarded with 3 separate awards from Riding for Disabled. So, after endurance riding, polocrosse, campdraft, showing, dressage, judging, performance & trick training and vaulting, combined with her studies in exercise physiology & biomechanics, Colleen has had one of the most remarkable all-round careers in horse riding.
We are delighted to welcome Colleen to Brookleigh on 4th July where PCAWA Taskforce is presenting �An Afternoon with Colleen Kelly�.
Demonstration/Lecture: 12:15pm � 1:45pm
Silent Auction: 11:30am � 12:30pm
Lessons from 8.30am � 4.30pm.
If you like to have fun while you learn, Colleen is the clinician to see!
"If you have a 'Bucket List', working with Kate Mably should be on it!" - Amanda Carpenter
Kate Mably, founder of Bluehorse UK and inspiration to many riders, has a lifetime of experience with horses. Her affinity with horses originated from her early teens when looking after more than 40 horses on a large farm. Time and patience was spent with extremely young and difficult horses, however Kate's dedication and determination paved the way for her passion to develop into her professional sphere resulting in the founding of Bluehorse.
Kate's pursuit of a greater knowledge took her to Portugal where she met Frederico Saramago, a Portuguese Classical master and horseman. Through Frederico, Kate has had the opportunity to ride a number of sensational Lusitano horses and meet and observe some of the best riders in the world. The art of Classical and Natural horsemanship inherited from masters such as Nuno Oliveira and Bill Dorrance play a significant role in the teaching and philosophy adopted at Bluehorse.
Many owners believe that their horses’ vices and problems are attributable to the horse's personality. Bluehorse strongly believes that there are few problems that cannot be solved by good instruction and a perfect understanding of the horse. Dedicated horsemanship undoubtedly results in a happy horse which will consequently move well, perform better and have longevity.
Kate has ridden and instructed in many countries around the world including Australia. She will be returning to Brookleigh this summer along with Linden Mair, Chairman of Cornish Dressage and long time pony club instructor who has over fifty years experience teaching and judging. Together they will give you the opportunity to improve your riding and develop new skills through a series of professional clinics and private lessons.
For more information contact: kate@bluehorseuk.com
Lauren King on 0433 696 321 laurenking@live.com.au
Amanda Hasenkam 0403 224 022 amanda@wealtheducators.com.au
Or visit the website at www.bluehorseuk.com
Stewart’s has recently launched their new Winter Menu for 2010 and there are some succulent choices to be had!
Among the Starters you will find Marinated Persian Fetta Cheese, Grilled Venison Chorizo with lemon and Duck Liver Parfait. Entrees include Harissa Spiced Squid with peri peri and guacamole, Sea salt and Szechuan pork and prawns with coconut and lime sambal or the scrumptious vegetarian option of Pistacchio Crusted Hot Roast Camembert with poached pear, apricot, green olive and cranberry. On the Mains menu you will find Seared Kangaroo Fillet, Honey Duck Breast, Venison Rump and Lamb Loin Wellington to name but a few favourites.
If there is still any space left, try a delicious dessert of Steamed Date & Fig Pudding with Butterscotch and Vanilla Bean Ice Cream or maybe the Chai Crème Brulee or the Turkish Delight Cheesecake. There is sure to be something to delight all palates.
To see the full menu, go to Stewart’s on the Brookleigh website.