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Brookleigh are once again an event sponsor of the internationally accredited Brooker Swan River Horse Trials held at Brookleigh over the weekend of October 17th and 18th.
The event provides an affordable day out for the family and is great entertainment even for those not interested in horses. Children love to watch the show jumping, cross-country and dressage and in particular enjoy watching other children compete. Riders range from Olympians to those just starting out.
Adults will enjoy a refreshment in the beer garden, or wandering through the trade village (equestrian and rural). You can bring your own picnic or there are food stands and coffee.
Entry on the Sunday (cross-country and show jumping finals) for the public costs $10 per car including programme. Entry on the Saturday (dressage and show jumping) is free. Programmes $3 each.
For further information visit www.swanriverhorsetrials.org.au
You will not experience anything like the Lexus Ladies Lunch or the Stewart's VIP Marquee Lunch elsewhere in WA this spring.
Both marquee lunches take place in the grounds of Brookleigh over the weekend of the Brooker Swan River Horse Trials, 17th and 18th October 2009.
The Lexus Ladies Lunch (Saturday) has a stylish garden party atmosphere. Enjoy a drink on arrival and watch a short dressage display before sitting down to a mouth watering buffet lunch by Stewart's at Brookleigh. A highly enjoyable fashion show by Stash Boutique Midland adds to the fun of the day. Last year guests of all ages were highly enthused by the great range of affordable clothes.
Dress code: Garden party, hats.
Men: Welcome.
Price: $100 per person; $850 per table of 10 includes 2 course buffet and wines.
The Stewart's VIP Marquee Lunch
The Stewart's VIP Marquee Lunch (Sunday) is fast becoming one of the lunches on the Perth social calendar. Guests experience the thrill of the cross country course, while enjoying a pre-lunch drink at the water jump. Transfers to the course are courtesy of Lexus of Perth and an exquisite buffet lunch by Stewart's follows in the marquee. The show jumping finals take place in the afternoon for those who are interested (adjacent indoor arena).
Dress code: Country Casual.
Price: $125 per person; $1100 per table of 10; includes wine.
Bookings essential for the lunches and for Stewart's at Brookleigh. Tel: 9296 6966 (lunch bookings only).
Melbourne Cup is a fantastic event on the Australian horse racing calendar, and on ours too! We have a great lunch menu at a reasonable price and 'drink specials' to help you celebrate the day.
Come and watch the race on the big screen, enjoy race sweeps and the 'Best Hat' competition on Tuesday, 3rd November 09
Whether it is a Corporate or private celebration, don't forget to book early for this stylish, social day out in the beautiful Swan Valley.
Reservations can be made on 9296 6966 or click here to contact us.
Sunday 27 September 2009 / Indoor Arena / Time: 11.30 - 13.00
Swan Valley Dressage Association in conjunction with Horse Breeding Consultancy are presenting an exciting event for Western Australian breeders this month. The 2009 WA Young Mare Challenge is an opportunity to showcase your future breeding and/or riding horse. Assessment will be according to the European Rules and HBC have organised two German and one Australian assessor.
Those taking part have a great opportunity to prove to the assessors and the horse community that WA is able to breed top quality future sport horses. Breeders and owners are invited to present their new generation mares of quality for the discerning buyer.
Very exciting prizes will be available including:
1 dose frozen Semen of Stallion Flavio by Florestan value $ 810
Voucher of $ 500 towards 1 service fee of the Stallion Bluefields Floreno by Florencio
Voucher for 3 lessons with Bluefields Riding Coach Elisabeth Behringer value $ 210
Booking Forms are now availabe. For full details & entry forms visit the website at
www.horsebreedingconsultancy.com.au
"In these days of fast food, fast living and quick turnover, horses, just like people, are suffering from the physical and mental stress of such an unnatural way of life. But unlike people, horses cannot speak for themselves, seek an alternative lifestyle, nor benefit from a counselling session to get over mental problems. And, in this world of quick results and unrealistic expectations, there are few voices to champion their cause." Manolo Mendez
Manolo has been involved in the training of horses since his early teens and he attained the rank of second in charge of training horses and riders in the classical principles of equestrian art, at the Royal School in Jerez, Spain. Manolo is the consummate trainer of horses and 'pure' dressage is his first love because he believes it offers him the greatest challenge. His ability to connect with a horse verges on the uncanny and Manolo places great emphasis on in-hand training, as it encourages the horse to relax and focus on you. This is an important element in building correct muscle fitness and teaches the rider timing and feel which is so crucial in good riding.
Manolo's method of training helps you achieve elegance and 'flow' in riding, which can only happen when both horse and rider are working as one, and are relaxed and happy in their work together.
In his clinics Manolo covers such topics as:
Handling and ground work for the young horse
Getting the basics right from the beginning with emphasis on correct muscle development and gymnastic training
Problem solving from incorrect training
Dressage training from Preliminary to Grand Prix level
In hand training for Grand Prix movements
To book your place contact Brookleigh reception on 9296 0018
Don't be caught out this year. Whether you will be celebrating with friends and family or with work colleagues this Christmas, make sure you book your tables by mid-October to be sure of a reservation.
Stewart's is offering two Set Menus this year (click here to download) and there is sure to be something for all tastes. Choices range from the traditional basted turkey breast and honey leg ham, with apricot and pistachio stuffing to grilled Scotch fillet on sweet potato gratin with a green peppercorn sauce.
Treat yourself this Christmas and let someone else do the washing up!
To make a reservation call 9296 6966 or contact us online.
Ron Paterson is coming back to Brookleigh on 24th September to conduct a dressage clinic. Ron is a regular visitor to Brookleigh and has helped countless students to a better understanding of their horses, and consequently to a better partnership with them.Ron Paterson is an FEI International Eventing Judge, a National A Level Dressage Judge, an NCAS Level 3 coach, an educator and mentor in programs for judges and coaches, and an assessor in the Inter-School Equestrian Association.Ron trained extensively with the late Franz Mairinger. In 1983 he received the Dunhill Dressage Scholarship which enabled him to train in Warendorf, Germany, at the German National Training Centre.With over 40 years competition experience in Dressage, Show Jumping and Eventing, he has consistently won competitions from Novice to FEI at State and National levels. Ron was twice short-listed for the Olympics in Eventing and Dressage and has trained eight horses to FEI level. As a coach, Ron has played an active part in the training of many riders and horses who have represented Australia in medal-winning teams. Ron is an expert in establishing and consolidating the correct training regime for the development of both horse and rider for a successful career in the competition arena.To book a lesson with Ron Paterson, call Lee at Brookleigh Reception on 9296 0018
Ron Paterson is coming back to Brookleigh on 24th September to conduct a dressage clinic. Ron is a regular visitor to Brookleigh and has helped countless students to a better understanding of their horses, and consequently to a better partnership with them.
Ron Paterson is an FEI International Eventing Judge, a National A Level Dressage Judge, an NCAS Level 3 coach, an educator and mentor in programs for judges and coaches, and an assessor in the Inter-School Equestrian Association.
Ron trained extensively with the late Franz Mairinger. In 1983 he received the Dunhill Dressage Scholarship which enabled him to train in Warendorf, Germany, at the German National Training Centre.
With over 40 years competition experience in Dressage, Show Jumping and Eventing, he has consistently won competitions from Novice to FEI at State and National levels. Ron was twice short-listed for the Olympics in Eventing and Dressage and has trained eight horses to FEI level.
As a coach, Ron has played an active part in the training of many riders and horses who have represented Australia in medal-winning teams. Ron is an expert in establishing and consolidating the correct training regime for the development of both horse and rider for a successful career in the competition arena.
To book a lesson with Ron Paterson, call Lee at Brookleigh Reception on 9296 0018
Peter Shaw has over 35 Years experience as a Competitor, Coach, Trainer and Judge in the horse industry.
He has successfully competed in dressage (at Australian Championship level), eventing, show jumping and Championship showing. He is also a Grand Prix Dressage Judge. At the time of his accreditation 22 years ago, Peter was the youngest person to be appointed to this level.
Since then, Peter has coached dressage and show jumping riders from beginner to Grand Prix level, and eventing riders to World Cup level.
Peter specialises in Classical Dressage, with particular attention to the position of the rider, the correct application of the aids and the German Training Scales. He has been praised for the quality of his 'Eyes on the Ground' which is so essential in developing a better understanding of what is happening in the horse/rider partnership and how that partnership may be improved.
"It has to be said that the horses genuinely like Peter's approach to training and very quickly form a bond with him on the ground"
If you would like to register for Peter's Clinic, contact Lee at Brookleigh Reception on 9296 0018.