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Dressage Clinic in Ribatejo
Lisbon Area
Portugal
Come improve your dressage skills on purebred Lusitano horses.
This program is ideal for those who wish to enjoy quality riding and have some time to relax. Each day, you will join two 1-hour dressage lessons and the rest of the day is free for you to explore the region.
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Riding Clinic
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Meeting:
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Lisbon Airport
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Airport:
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Lisbon Airport
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Transfer:
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Lisbon Airport
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Riders:
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Min
1 riders
Max
6 riders
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Trip Brochure (PDF) 
Trip Rating
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Rates and Dates for 2024
Rates include*:
Accommodation, All meals, 2 dressage lessons per riding day & Airport trasnfers at set times
| A | 2024 | 7 day trip | 7d / 6n | €1560 | $1715 |
* prices are per person based on double/twin occupancy
Tax:
23
%
Transfer and Other Charges:
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2024
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Transfers from/to Lisbon airport included at set times
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€
0
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$0
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2024
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Transfer from/to Lisbon airport outside set times, one-way, pp
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€
50
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$55
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2024
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Afternoon trail ride, pp
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€
50
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$55
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2024
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Afternoon trail ride with wine tasting, pp
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€
80
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$90
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2024
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Extra 1 hour dressage lesson, pp
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€
80
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$90
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2024
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Single supplement
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€
330
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$365
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Pick-up/ drop-off for this trip is included from Lisbon Airport (LIS) at set times.
On Day 1, pick-up is around 6pm.
On the last day, drop-off at the airport is around 9am.
Tour Dates for 2024
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2024
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01/01
- 12/31
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7d / 6n
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7 day trip
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1
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Reserve
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Custom dates might be arranged for groups of 4+ pax
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Rates do not include:
Extra drinks, Transfers outside set times & Gratuities
Our clinic program is quite flexible. The package includes two 1-hour dressage lessons per riding day (no riding on arrival and departure days). If you wish to add extra lessons to your program, it is possible for an extra fee.
This clinic typically runs over one week but it can be shortened or lengthened depending on the guests' wishes and availability.
We offer a customized approach with well trained horses and highly prepared trainers so that you can improve every day. Exchange, sharing and conviviality are the keywords of our clinics, because there is no better way to learn.
The dressage lessons are based on classical riding and can be adapted to all riding levels from the most basic to most advanced (piaffe, passage, flying changes...).
In case you want to add more riding to your stay, it is possible to add trail rides for an extra fee.
Meeting:
Lisbon Airport
Airport:
Lisbon Airport
Transfer:
Lisbon Airport
Distance:
55km
Pick-up/ drop-off for this trip is included from Lisbon Airport (LIS) at set times.
On Day 1, pick-up is around 6pm.
On the last day, drop-off at the airport is around 9am.
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Tack:
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English
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Horses:
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Lusitanos
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Pace:
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Two 1h dressage lesson per riding day
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Walk |
Trot |
Canter |
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Level:
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(3
to
5
out of 5) Intermediate and above
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Age:
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Min
10
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Weight:
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Max
200 lbs / 90 kg
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Riders:
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Min
1 riders
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Max
6 riders
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Riding helmets are mandatory for this ride.
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Horses
Our goal at the Stud is to breed and train Puro Sangue Lusitano (PSL) horses with good rideability. Besides P.S.L we also cross every year some of our mares with warmbloods. We believe that the warmblood is a very athletic horse that can benefit from the generosity, ability for collection and elevated gaits characteristic of the Puro Sangue Lusitano.
We also ride and train our horses, which allows us to know them better. We aim to offer to our clients a calm, supple, loose and flexible horse, happy and easy to ride.
Passport and Visa Requirements:
Passport valid for at least three months beyond length of stay required by all nationals referred to in the chart except:1. EU nationals holding a valid national ID card.Passport Note(a) Sufficient fu. more
Carregado area
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Month
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Jan
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Feb
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Mar
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Apr
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May
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Jun
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Jul
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Aug
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Sep
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Oct
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Nov
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Dec
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Average High Temperature (°F)
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58
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61
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65
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69
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75
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81
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84
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86
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82
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75
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64
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59
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Average Low Temperature (°F)
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48
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49
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53
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57
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63
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68
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70
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70
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67
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62
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54
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50
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Average High Temperature (°C)
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15
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16
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18
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21
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24
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27
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29
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30
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28
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24
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18
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15
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Average Low Temperature (°C)
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9
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9
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12
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14
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17
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20
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21
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21
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19
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17
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12
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10
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Average Precipitation (days of rain)
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10
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8
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6
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7
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5
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2
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0
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1
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3
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8
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9
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10
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Source: NOAA
Seasons
Boasting a mild climate and some 3,000 hours of sunshine per year, the region is ideal for horseback riding.
| This list is only a guideline for you |
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| Travel documents and Voucher |
| Flight tickets |
| Passport |
| Visa (check with your consulate) |
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| RIDING GEAR |
| Cotton shirts with long sleeves (protection against the sun!) |
| Riding pants or Jodhpurs (used if possible!) |
| Riding boots + Minichaps |
| Riding helmet (recommended for all trips) |
| Riding gloves |
| Hat (with chin strap) for sun protection |
| Rain coat |
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| PERSONAL CLOTHING |
| Jacket or sweater for cool evenings |
| Comfortable T-Shirts/Shirts |
| Jeans |
| Shorts |
| Underwear and socks |
| Jogging suit / Pyjama |
| Light summer jacket |
| Comfortable shoes/sneakers |
| Swimsuit and towel |
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| ADDITIONAL THINGS TO BRING |
| Personal Toiletries |
| Insect protection |
| Personal medications |
| Sore cream (for an emergency) |
| Sewing kit |
| Handkerchiefs |
| Adapter for electric appliances |
| Camera and enough extra films or memory cards and batteries |
| Small bag to buckle on (for small items needed during the ride) |
| Spur straps (to tie sweater or parka onto the saddle) |
| Sun glasses with strap |
| Sun tan lotion and lip balm |
| Flash light |
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Accommodations
This is a stationary ride so all nights are spent at the same accommodation.
Description
The Quinta can accommodate up to 2 people. In case there are more than 2 people, you will be accommodated at Casa do Alfaro and we will arrange the daily transfers for you.
Casa do Alfaro
This old agricultural house used to produce quality olive oil and wine and was recently refurbished to accommodate guests. Today, it offers 10 bedrooms, all equipped with air conditioning, cable TV and private facilities with a hair dryer. There is free Wi-Fi access in the common areas and an outdoor pool and a small garden where guests can cool off in the evening.
There is a laundry service available at this property.
Quinta
At the Quinta, the guesthouse has a private bathroom, a kitchenette and a living room with Wifi connection.
Meals
The package includes all meals (with drinks) from dinner on Day 1 to breakfast on the last day. During lunch and dinner, beer and wine from local producers are also included. Drinks outside of mealtimes can be purchased at the accommodation for an extra fee.
We served typical food from the region.
Breakfast is usually Mediterranean, but we can adapt according to the clients requirements (if they prefer something different).
Dietary Restrictions
We can cater to most dietary restrictions with advance notice.
This trip
includes some wine with dinner
and
can accommodate special dietary requests.
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Tack:
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English
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Horses:
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Lusitanos
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Pace:
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Two 1h dressage lesson per riding day
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Walk |
Trot |
Canter |
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Level:
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(3
to
5
out of 5) Intermediate and above
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Age:
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Min
10
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Weight:
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Max
200 lbs / 90 kg
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Riders:
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Min
1 riders
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Max
6 riders
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Horses
Our goal at the Stud is to breed and train Puro Sangue Lusitano (PSL) horses with good rideability. Besides P.S.L we also cross every year some of our mares with warmbloods. We believe that the warmblood is a very athletic horse that can benefit from the generosity, ability for collection and elevated gaits characteristic of the Puro Sangue Lusitano.
We also ride and train our horses, which allows us to know them better. We aim to offer to our clients a calm, supple, loose and flexible horse, happy and easy to ride.
Passports
Passport valid for at least three months beyond length of stay required by all nationals referred to in the chart except:
1. EU nationals holding a valid national ID card.
Passport Note
(a) Sufficient funds are required for all except EU nationals. (b) Portugal is a signatory to the 1995 Schengen Agreement.
Visas
Not required by all nationals referred to in the chart above for touristic stays of up to 90 days.
Visa Note
Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy/consulate to check visa requirements
| Passport Required? |
| British |
Yes |
| Australian |
Yes |
| Canadian |
Yes |
| USA |
Yes |
| Other EU |
1 |
| Visa Required? |
| British |
No |
| Australian |
No |
| Canadian |
No |
| USA |
No |
| Other EU |
No |
| Return Ticket Required? |
| British |
No |
| Australian |
No |
| Canadian |
No |
| USA |
No |
| Other EU |
No |
This information is not being updated on a regular basis. Hidden Trails does not
take any responsibility for the accuracy of the above information. Please, consult
the embassy or consulate for updated info.
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Dressage Clinic in Ribatejo
Tour Code:
RCPGCHA
7 days /
6 nights
Dates :
All year round
Difficulty :
Riding Level Explained | A | Beginner
 | Beginner A rider who has limited experience, is unable to post the trot and does not canter. | | B | Novice
 | Novice A rider who is capable of mounting and dismounting unassisted, capable of
applying basic aids, comfortable and in control at the walk, moderate length posting
trots, and short canters. | | C | Intermediate
 | Intermediate A rider who has a firm seat, is confident and in control at all paces
(including posting trots, two point canters and gallops), but does not ride regularly. |
| D | Strong Intermediate
 | Strong Intermediate An intermediate rider who is currently riding regularly and is comfortable in the saddle for at least 6 hours per day. | | E | Advanced
 | All of the above, plus an independent seat, soft hands, and capable of handlinga spirited horse in open country. |
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