Pietro de Marchi and M:Nidoran del Forteto

Posted by Il Paretaio Staff on Thursday 10 May 2012 in Events

This is Pietro's first outing with Nidoram del Forteto, a lovely mare that he has in training. In his first competition he came home with a great first place, really reaping the benefits of all the flat work and dressage preparation - he could turn like no one else, doing a clear round in such a quick time that nobody could catch him!

The more you know how your horse works the better.....

Posted by Il Paretaio Staff on Tuesday 08 May 2012 in Events

We all love to ride these beautiful animals, but how much do we really know about them?!

The effects of imbalance

Posted by Il Paretaio Staff on Monday 30 April 2012 in Events

Working with a bit-less bridle - forever in the search of lightness!

Posted by Il Paretaio Staff on Sunday 22 April 2012 in Events

We have been busy experimenting with different bits this winter, from a bridle with a bit made from rope to a bit -less bridle. Its incredible the results! The rope bridle really helped the horses relax and stretch, even Distratto who can get tense pretty easily! 

The inside workings of your horses foot!

Posted by Il Paretaio Staff on Saturday 21 April 2012 in Events

We thought it would be interesting for you to see the incredilble delicateness of these wonderful animals that we love so much! If anyone has something similar and would like to share with us then please do!

OUR NEW B&B IN FIRENZE: www.tuscanyflorence.com

Posted by Il Paretaio Staff on Thursday 19 April 2012 in Events

STAGES AT IL PARETAIO -

Posted by Il Paretaio Staff on Monday 05 March 2012 in Events

TELLINGTON TTOUCH with Deborah Sims- 

Well recommended for those that have problems with their horse (physical, training, fear, aggressiveness, traumas etc) In brief: We will work on the observation of certain behaviours and will learn exercises to improve relaxation, concentration and balance.

CENTERED RIDING with Hilary Bradford- 

Well recommended for those that feel physical and/or mental blocks when riding (stiffness, anxiousness, problems with the seat, fear, contractions, mental and physical tensions) or simply for those that want to improve their equestrian tact. In brief: We will work on our receptiveness, different ways of learning, on our balance and that of the horse, on breathing, on our vision and coordination.

The stages are open to all, from those approaching these methods for the first time and for those who don’t necessarily have a lot of equestrian experience. You can take part with or without your own horse or as a spectator – these courses are the first of 3 modules.

To subscribe to these courses, or for any further information please contact Il Paretaio – info@ilparetaio.it – tel. 0039 55 805 9218. You will find more details on our website

Subscriptions for these courses are open until the 28th February

Photos http://www.luigicattozzo.it/blog/slide/ilparetaioTT/