Horses Inside Out- Biomechanics in Action for RDA

Join internationally renowned equine anatomy and biomechanics expert Gillian Higgins of Horses Inside Out for a fascinating and practical day exploring how biomechanics can enhance coaching within RDA.

This engaging workshop combines classroom learning, practical demonstrations, and arena-based sessions to help coaches better understand movement, posture, rider influence, and exercise selection. The day will conclude with an RDA-specific demonstration session led by Lindsay Nicholson, bringing together the concepts explored throughout the day into a practical coaching environment.

Schedule

9:30am – Registration
10:15am – Back and Posture (Classroom)
11:15am – Coffee Break
11:45am – Biomechanics in Action (Classroom)
12:45pm – Lunch Break
1:30pm – Pilates and Off-Horse Exercises (Arena)
2:30pm – Polework Exercises for RDA Sessions (Arena)
3:15pm – Coffee Break
3:45pm – RDA Demonstration Session with Lindsay Nicholson (Arena)
4:45pm – Summary and Key Takeaways
5:00pm – Close