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Riding School
I want to learn to ride one of your horses.
I own a horse I want to learn to ride better.
I own a horse that needs training - (young horse, never broke horse, broke horse needs refinement).
I own a problem horse that needs retraining (I can't catch, won't listen, bucks, etc.).
I own a horse that needs boarding in a friendly equine community.
I want to learn about owning a horse.
Dressage is a classical, systematic training method that prepares a rider and equine partner for any discipline. Often associated with Olympic and Eventing competition, it is designed to develop the athletic abilities of the rider and the horse to their highest potential. Riders of all levels and horses of any breed may advance at their own pace through levels of training designed for advancing the partnership of both horse and rider.
***Links to Other Riding Disciplines***
Drill Team
Barrel Racing
Cutting
Reining
Endurance Racing
Hunter Jumper
Harness Racing
Stable Management
Equine Science
Other: An Overview of Equestrian Activities
Animal Care Occupations
Other Equine Education
*Your riding instructor wants to help you work on your individual goals. If we do not offer your discipline of choice, we will help you find out how you can participate in it. We are always expanding our understanding of the wide variety of equestrian opportunities."
R4C Ranch Team:
Riding Instructor: Carol Poland
Horse Trainer/Instructor: Tim Ancil
There are many ways to enjoy horses at R4C Ranch. You can take riding lessons on one of our school horses from either of our trainers; Carol Poland or Tim Ancil. R4C Ranch riding school plans to attend horse shows throughout the year that meet the goals and interests of our students.
Your horse will benefit from Tim Ancil's horse training program. He will train your horse to the next level and then teach you to get the same results. Have a problem with your horse that needs fixing? Tim will start your horse's training as far back as necessary to help give your horse the confidence and enjoyment of being a fun, safe mount for you to ride.
In addition to the horsekeeping skills you learn from your riding instructor and horse's trainer, the ranch offers workshops on various horsekeeping skills. Our First Time Horse Ownership Program will make sure you are ready to keep a happy, healthy horse on your own. This program is available whether you've decided to purchase a horse or just enterain the idea of owning a horse someday.
You and your horse can also become performing partners when you join the R4C Ranch drill team. We attend parades and other drill performances throughout the year including the Ranch's annual 4th of July Patriotic Performance at the ranch.
The R4C Trail Club plans trail rides throughout the year offering you other ways to enjoy your horse in a fun, friendly, Christian environment.
At R4C Ranch we take horsemanship seriously but never put competition above having fun with our horses and the people who love them.
"Come on get ready for the ride of your life!!"
The pasture is currently full but please keep checking back for progress on our new barn as stalls and pasture spots will open up when construction is complete!! EST COMPLETION Spring of 2012!!
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2004-2008 Studied:
Meet CAROL
R4C Ranch
Riding School Instructor
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Carol Poland, Riding Instructor
816-896-4042
R4C Ranch, Tonganoxie, KS
wolfladycp@aol.com
Personal Experience:
1993-1995
Began training and riding for show.
1995
Carol started training and showing Prairie Rose Thumbelina,“Lina”
1996
Missouri Horse Show Association State Champions - Western Pleasure junior horse.
1997-2004
Trained and showed Western Pleasure and Hunt Seat.
1998
Qualified for Regionals on the Arabian/Half-Arabian show circuit.
Opened River Bluff Rescue Ranch:
rescuing, rehabilitating, and retraining neglected and abused horses.
2009
Led the Show & Drill Team at R4C Ranch
through their first season on the
Pony Express circuit.
Instructor Experience:
2003
Carol started giving private lessons at Serendipity Farms, Platte City, MO.
2004-2008
Co-founded River Bluff Rescue Ranch and developed and administered the 7-Level Riding program.
2007
Developed the “natural horsemanship” ground training program for River Bluff Rescue Ranch
2008-2009
Incorporating her "natural horsemanship" ground training program into a full-riding program at R4C Ranch. Through private and group instruction her students learn ground and riding essentials. Western, English, Hunt Seat, Natural Horsemanship, Showmanship, and Drill.
John Lyons, Pat Parelli, Clinton Anderson, Lynn Palm
Credits:
Featured trainer:
Horse Illustrated, June , 2002, "Code of Conduct"
Her Life, January 2008, "Hope and Healing"
General
Carol’s love for horses dates back to her childhood collection of horse statues of many breeds. Her childhood dream became a reality in 1995 with the purchase of her first horse, PR Thumbelina, a half-Arabian pinto mare. Carol and Lina have taught each other what it means to love unconditionally with trust and patience.
Carol has devoted her life to learning all that she can about the best horse keeping practices, veterinary care, and training methods. She applies this knowledge to the training of her horses, the rehabilitation of rescued horses, and the instruction of her students at R4C Ranch.
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Join United States Equestrian Federation (USEF)
Join Kansas City Dressage Society (KCDS); includes membership in the United States Dressage Federation (USDF)
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USEF 2011 Dressage Tests
USDF 2011 Introductory Dressage Tests
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Schooling Shows
Dressage Classes/Tests:
Intro A
Intro B
Intro C
Training 1
Training 2
Training 3
First 1
First 2
First 3
Coach in Your Ear Test (Not eligible for Awards)
Name Your Own Test__________________
USDF Tests and Scoresheets
- Introductory Test A
- Introductory Test B
- Introductory Test C
- First Level Freestyle
- Second Level Freestyle
- Third Level Freestyle
- Fourth Level Freestyle
- Quadrille- Basic Level
- Quadrille- Training Level
- Quadrille- First Level
- Quadrille- Second Level
- Quadrille- Third Level
- Quadrille- Freestyle
- Pas de Deux
Meet MIKE
Trail Leader
Mike Poland
816-225- 9724
R4C Ranch, Tonganoxie, KS
sddlebum@aol.com
Personal Experience:
1995
Teamed with his horse, Drifting Allusion ‘Ali’.
1995-2004
Trained and showed with ‘Ali’
Mike says, "Horse showing is not measured in wins and losses but is a measure of the quality of time you spend with your horse.”."
Mike and Ali enjoy trail riding. They have discovered the joy of open trails as far as Horse Training Experience:
1994
Began training his wife’s horse, “Lina”
1995-present
‘First ride’ training and finishing of many privately owned and rescued horses including Regional Champion, Naughty by Nature; Berry Exclusive; and Missouri State Champion, Prairie Rose Thumbelina .
2004-2008
Founded River Bluff Rescue Ranch: rescuing, rehabilitating, and retraining neglected and abused horses.
Mike says, "Each horse has its strengths and it is up to us to discover what it is the horse needs from us to learn what we are trying to teach it."
2006-present
Began offering farm calls for horse owners experiencing troubles with difficult horses.
Riding Instructor Experience:
2003
Mike started giving private lessons at Serendipity Farms, Platte City, MO.
2004-2008
Founded River Bluff Rescue Ranch and developed and administered the 7-Level Riding program.
2008 -2009
Through group instruction at R4C Ranch, Mike helps Saddle Club students learn ground and riding essentials as well as horse care- including hoof care and equine first aid.
Studied:
John Lyons, Pat Parelli, Clinton
Credits:
Featured trainer:
Her Life, January 2008, "Hope and Healing"
General
The dream that changed from owning a Harley to owning his first horse, Drifting Allusion "Ali" God grew into a deep love of horses and managing a herd of over thirteen horses. From March 2004 to March 2008 Mike interacted with over 300 children and adults at River Bluff Rescue Ranch. Passing on to them what he spent years learning first hand. Mike watched he individual grow in confidence and individual potentional.
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