Mechanical Horse Sessions
Ridden Mechanical Horse session ...
Enjoy a ridden session with 'Blackberry' the mechanical horse who is based at the RDA Unicorn Centre, Middlesbrough, or 'Apollo' the mechanical horse who is based at Cote Hill Riding Centre, Durham. Notice the difference in your ability to maintain improved self carriage and apply clearer aids.
The session is all about YOU without the distractions of thinking how your horse is going. Explore exercises and techniques both mounted and dismounted to help your symmetry, shock absorption, transitions, timing of aids or contact issues and more ...
Frequently Asked Questions
If you have a specific question please drop an email to
claire@bluehousepilates.co.uk
Why use a simulator?
Can I bring my own saddle?
Yes, you can, but it needs to be a dressage saddle with longer girth straps. If you don't currently have your own dressage saddle, there are a selection available, each with different bridge and seat sizes. I personally know just how difficult or even uncomfortable it can be riding in a saddle that is not suitable for your pelvis conformation.
How is the simulator controlled?
They can be controlled by the rider using sensors on the side of the horse or the coach using a hand held controller.
What should I wear?
You need to be comfortable, so wear what you normally do, i.e. jodhpurs, breeches or leggings with your riding boots. You will also need your riding hat. The risk of falling is very small but your body is used to wearing a hat when riding so it is beneficial to train wearing one. Some clients like to wear gloves too!
Limited spaces available
“A fascinating, revealing and very productive afternoon for Sam & I each having a session on ‘Blackberry’ the mechanical horse with Claire Dryden. Very useful exercises to do as follow up and a complete change in my riding from beginning to end of the session”
“Thank you for a fabulous session today. Lots to work on and exercises to help my development in the saddle.”