Using Alexander Technique in the Holistic Approach to Improve the Rider and Horse Combination
Using Alexander Technique in the Holistic Approach to Improve the Rider and Horse Combination
About Michelle
– Michelle has a dressage, showjumping and eventing background. She specialises in dressage, is a FEI Rider, trainer and coach. Michelle is teaching the Alexandra technique – interacting with riders and coaches
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Michelle’s Favourite Inspirational Quote
– Feel the fear and do it anyway
Who Has Inspired Michelle
– Pony Club Environment
– Manolo Mendez
– Glen Fryer
– Jack Mathews
– Fran Mairinger
– Malcolm Barnes
Recommended Books
– ‘Body Sense: Revolutionize Your Riding with the Alexander Technique’ by Sally Tottle
– ‘The Athletic Development of the Dressage Horse’ by Charles de Knuffy
About This Episode
– Michelle discusses becoming a Alexander Technique Teacher, using the Alexander Technique to assist riders and how it has helped Michelle.
Time Stamps
00:46 – Feel the fear and do it anyway
02:40 – With Michelle’s parents support, they found a riding school for her and bought her a pony near knowledge people
04:27 – About becoming a Alexander Technique teacher, buying 6 ponies and opening a riding school.
09:26 – Sound knowledge base skill set, discipline, rigorous work ethic, integrity, fit and strong
12:31 – Being connected with horses on a daily basis is a reward
15:02 – A regular habit that has made Michelle successful
16:18 – The people who have inspired Michelle
21:15 – How ‘Bolladella’ and other horses have inspired Michelle
25:05 – Clients doing well, riding at the Masters Games
26:14 – Staying self motivated and know your limitations
33:27 – How Michelle came across the Alexander Technique and how it has helped Michelle
38:09 – Physiological effect and technique
40:15 – Books that have inspired Michelle
41:36 – Residential Retreats
42:51 – Every day sets up the ride for the next day. Horse need you to be considerate, be kind, listen to the horse and be respectful. Stay present, be grounded.
46:56 – Contact: see details below
Michelle’s Contact Details
Phone: 03 5971 3287 or +61 3 5971 3287
Email: mdespax@hotmail.com
Facebook: Michelle Despax
https://www.facebook.com/pg/AcaciaParkMichelleDespax
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