Dual Olympian Showjumper
Learnt To Ride From An Ex-Calvary Instructor
Show Jumping
About George Sanna
– George moved from Perth to Melbourne when he was 12-13 years old. His father had been involved in the equestrian scene in Perth and then again in Melbourne. It was here that he became more involved with horses and spent his teenage years learning to show jump and competed in Grand Prix at age 16.
After finishing a Law Degree at University, he went ‘on the road’ showjumping for a year and then went on to a career as a professional rider, trainer and coach
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George ‘s Favourite Inspirational Quote
– You shouldn’t be surprised by something that is always going to happen
Who Has Inspired George
– Karl Jurenak
– Art Uytendaal
– George Morris
Recommended Book
– ‘Hunter Seat Equitation’ by George Morris
About This Episode
– George talks about what it takes to be a Show Jumper, how showjumping has changed over the last 50 years and what he is looking forward to.
Time Stamps
00:45 – George’s favourite quote and when it is used
02:17 – About George’s first instructor from the Spanish Riding School
02:50 – How an interstate family move affected George and his interest in horses
04:05 – How George planned a year long trip that he never came back from
06:40 – Core skills for the horse industry
08:11 – The importance of credibility
09:42 – The importance of a work ethic
10:41 – The difference between male and female riders
11:46 – Riders who want to go faster and jump higher
13:34 – Common problems with teaching jumping
15:15 – About George’s team
21:29 – Instructors who have influenced George
24:08 – Horses who have influenced George
28:37 – George’s proudest moments
30:32 – What George looks for in a jumping horse
31:52 – Mistakes made at competitions
36:37 – Recommended book
39:08 -What the future holds
42:30 – Philosophy
45:00 – Contact
George’s Contact Details
Phone: 02 4579 6799
Email: sannaequestrianbloodstock@gmail.com
Website: sannaequestrian.com.au
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