Using Saddle Fitting and Acupuncture for a Holistic Approach
Using Saddle Fitting and Acupuncture for a Holistic Approach
About Kirsten
– Kirsten is a FEI dressage specialist rider, trainer and coach. She also trains young horses and riders up to Grand Prix level. Kirsten is also an equine acupuncturist and saddle fitter.
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Kirsten’s Favourite Inspirational Quote
– Life’s a journey, the climb is great, but the view is wonderful once you get to the top
Who Has Inspired Kirsten
– Lynda Hayes
– Virgina Creed
– Andrew McLean
– Bennet Conn
– Laurel Beckelhimer
– Leonie Brummel
– Brett Parbery
– Alister and Vicki McLean
Recommended Authors/Books
– Klaus Balkenhol books
– Andrew McLean’s books
About This Episode
– Kirsten discusses why it is important to have a saddle fit correctly and why acupuncture is important in the equine industry.
Time Stamps
01:00 – Life’s a journey, the climb is great, but the view is wonderful once you get to the top
01:55 – Her Grandfather bred for the Light Horse Brigade and memories of walking across the road to pat the horses.
04:14 – Fashion Designer but horses are her passion
05:45 – Work ethic, positive drive to learn and improve
06:28 – How some of the big names have influenced Kirsten
08:11 – How a ‘Duell Shultz’ mare and other horses have influenced Kirsten
09:11 – How taking horses from nothing to FEI and watching her daughter ride
09:45 – Black Saturday, loss of different horses and back injury
11:32 – Why saddle fitting is important
14:30 – What to do to check for over-flocking
16:05 – How acupuncture is used in equine industry
18:08 – Which authors are recommended by Kirsten
19:38 – Learning to ride again and supporting her daughter
20:134 – You must have passion and drive, life is a journey
20:56 – Contact: see details below
Kirsten’s Contact Details
Phone: 0419 525 248 or +61 419 525 248
Email: kirsty@carlylepark.com.au
kirsty@chevalsport.com.au
Website: http://www.carlylepark.com.au/
http://chevalsport.com.au/
Facebook: Kirsty Beard
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