Chaplin Equestrian

Thunderbird Showpark has released their opening dates! Who is ready to get back to competitions?

Taking advantage of a break in the rain to #getoutofthearena today Full Training and Consignment space available in Langley, DM for more information! // #chaplineq #showjumping #hunterjumper #equitation #warmbloodsofinstagram #ridinglessons

Happy New Year from Chaplin Equestrian! Though 2020 wasn't the year we all expected, it was full of big changes and we are so looking forward to 2021 // #happynewyear2021

It's not Thursday but this weather is reminding me of chilly winter days in Germany, so here's a throwback #showjumping #thiswasa120mhorse #noscopenohope #quattrobstallion #springpferd

Congratulations to the new owner of Kabambe!

Dreaming of sunny days and horse showing Lessons and Training available in South Langley Come join the program and spend your winter training in a heated indoor arena! // #chaplineq #ridinglessons #showjumping #equitation #hunterderby Pictured here is Cori Coletta with Erin in 2018, owned by @kyarasemrau and ridden by @levi.stein that summer with great success.

In response to Karl Cook's recent video shared to Instagram discussing the equitation divisions, Stacia Klein Madden is offering her professional perspective: I... will start by stating that I admire Karl Cook for riding successfully at such a high level - it is many young riders’ dream. I will answer some of the questions he posed and address some of the key topics from my point of view since I am probably one of the trainers he is speaking about in the video. I do not aim to argue or be combative towards Karl’s remarks, but just weigh in with my philosophy. "What is the purpose of equitation? - To me the word is synonymous with good riding." When I look up the definition of equitation it says, The art and practice of horsemanship and horse riding." I have never been taught that the purpose of equitation was to slow the riders down. I was surprised at the comment that a trainer should be able to teach all the fundamentals of good riding in one year or less, otherwise you are a bad trainer. Equitation is not a prerequisite for riding a hunter or jumper properly, but it can provide a platform to use as a springboard to ride at a high level in other divisions. Obsessing over any one thing is never a good training tool. My teaching philosophy is to try and give all young riders a solid platform to build off of by giving them instruction, strength, goals, and confidence so they have the tools they need to compete in hunters, jumpers, and/or equitation. As a trainer I get great satisfaction when young riders go on to stay in the industry in any discipline. Why ride in the equitation division and 1.40m classes? - My answer is: to create a well-rounded rider. A trainer can use the equitation division to work on techniques like pace, line, and track that eventually can become second nature when jumping the 1.40m tracks. Horses gain confidence jumping smaller fences as do people. Instead of just doing a small low schooling class, a rider can compete and be competitive at a lower height. Cost of equitation horses does not help the sport - All of the divisions have many top expensive horses competing, I am not denying that. In the equitation division especially the leasing market has become very popular for junior riders in general. I attribute this to trainers being able to test the riders in different divisions and then make an educated decision at the termination of the lease if a purchase investment makes sense either in the hunter, jumper, or equitation market. It is important for a rider to become as educated as possible while trying to navigate the beginning of a young riders career, and the equitation can play an instrumental part in this process. When planning a junior rider's future career in the sport, it is also important to consider higher education. College intercollegiate teams seem to see the value in the equitation, as many are offering tremendous education scholarships to riders that are scouted, primarily from the equitation divisions. There are currently 24 NCEA ‘varsity’ teams, which offer scholarships. As a trainer, I am not trying to sell the equitation to a parent. I am trying to provide a solid foundation and platform for a rider so they can make educated decisions as they climb up the show jumping ladder. "If equitation wants to be its own thing, I am fine with that - The USEF Rulebook breaks the rules down into separate chapters and divisions: Hunter Divisions, Jumper Divisions, and Equitation Divisions. The equitation division encompasses both hunter seat equitation and jumping seat equitation classes. As an instructor, I teach many riders that own one horse. If that horse is an equitation horse, I can educate the rider to the hunter division riding and rules by using classes like the WIHS Hunter Phase. I can educate them to the hunter seat equitation rules and division by showing in the USEF Medal and ASPCA Maclay classes during the year. The classes that educate the rider to the jumping seat equitation are the WIHS Jumper Phase and the USEF Talent Search. The industry is big and there is room for riders to choose which discipline is a fit for them once they have become educated to all. The primary equitation division tapers off once the riders reach 18, so in my opinion riders cannot get stuck in the equitation division. Equitation is not applicable to the jumper ring - Show Jumping is a complicated sport. The equitation division can provide short term goals for riders and teach them how to handle pressure and manage expectations while the training wheels are coming off so to speak. They learn how to set goals, manage to have the horse and rider peak at important events, and compete on a championship level. I believe this is all applicable to showing competitively in the jumper ring. Trainers do not necessarily like un-athletic, overweight, slow horses that do not use their backs. Horses are athletes and need to be trained as such. An equitation horse showing at 3’6 may not have to be as fit and trim as a horse jumping 1.50m and doing speed classes. The turnout of horse and rider is part of showmanship. I love watching former students stay in the sport. It does not matter if they become a hunter rider, a jumper rider, an assistant trainer, or perhaps they start their own business. Out of curiosity, I pulled past results from the 3’6 Finals dating back to 2001, which include the USEF Talent Search East and West, the USEF Medal Finals, the WIHS Equitation Championship, and the ASPCA Maclay Finals to see how much of a platform the equitation division may have provided. USEF Medal Finals: 13 of 18 winners currently still active in the sport, with 10 riders competing at the Grand Prix level USEF Talent Search : 16 of 18 winners currently still active in the sport, with 12 riders competing at the Grand Prix level WIHS Equitation Championship: 15 of 18 winners currently still active in the sport, with 10 riders competing at the Grand Prix level ASPCA Maclay: 17 of 18 winners currently still active in the sport, with 13 riders competing at the Grand Prix level I know it was said you can’t just compare to the top of the sport, but these statistics clearly show that the American Equitation division provides a great foundation for the young riders of today to go on and pursue their dreams!

"But the freedom that they fought for, and the country grand they wrought for, is their monument today, and for aye." Thomas Dunn English

Fall is feeling pretty warm this week!

You might say she's a Plain Bay but there's nothing plain about her! Airronnie @tmaryb // #chaplineq #greenprospect #showjumpers #canadianwarmblood #rionegro #yavari #canadiansporthorse

For sale! Conveniently located 15 minutes south of Thunderbird Showpark. Also have a few other sales horses available at the show this week. If you are looking for equitation horses, green broke projects, or experienced jumpers we have a few available! https://youtu.be/OexjBeFSBJY

Don't forget to clean behind your ears! // #showjumpersforsale #chaplineq #youngjumpers

Happy Canada Day

Wishing we were at the beautiful Thunderbird Showpark this week! Due to COVID 19, I've decided to base out of Langley, BC for the remainder of 2020 and have fingers crossed for the July showsI currently have openings for horses in Training or Consignment. I am also available to travel to your facility within an hour of White Rock. // #showjumping #yvr #chaplineq #thunderbirdshowpark #beautifulbc #equestrian

#TBT to @thunderbirdshowpark in 07 or 08? They still had their devil's dyke! I remember jumping this class thinking it was huge I was seriously a lucky teenager to have had this careful thoroughbred growing up. He was a master of finding an extra stride when I was missing Good boy Charlie // #chaplineq #showjumping #thoroughbredsofinstagram #thoroughbredjumper #imisshorseshows

Had fun today with my talented coworker @equineshowgroom who wanted to practice her photography! Centriko was a natural #chaplineq #mondayactivities #badtanlines #floridathings

Winter Circuit is underway! Chaplin Equestrian is in Wellington, FL for a few months Wishing everyone the best for their winter, whether you're heading to Thermal or competing at the great indoor competitions locally!

First day of 2020 #happynewyear

Home after a couple weeks with @elanfarm in Tryon! Had a great time with good people, very nice horses and an unreal show facility. Thankful for the experience! // #showjumping #chaplineq #humiditywasnuts #professionaldevelopment @ Tryon International Equestrian Center

Colorado getting the party started today #tgif #helicopterhorse #equestrian #showjumping

Available for Half Lease: Muxu // Lovely smaller gelding available for in-barn half lease. Amatuer friendly and competitive, Muxu is a lovely partner for anyone to pleasure ride or compete up to 0.90m. DM me for info on this great horse!

Available for Half Lease in barn: Muxu Lovely smaller gelding, suitable for amatuers and children jumping up to 1.00m. Muxu is safe and lovely to work with. Whether you are looking to build skills to compete at shows or just enjoy pleasure riding, Muxu is an exceptional partner! Contact myself or Marie Bolorinos for more information.

The things you see at a horse show... Anyone want to give this a try at the Las Vegas National in November?

Came to Calgary 7 years ago for this place... Never going to not love this view! // #sprucemeadows #showjumping #yyc #chaplineq #nationscup #fei

Mid Summer Classic and Jump The Heat Recap: Chaplin Eq had a fantastic week at BOTH Paramount Equestrian Centre and RMSJ. Major highlights of the week go to Marie Bolorinos winning the 0.80m Mini Prix today! We're so proud of Muxu and how far he's come Levi Stein started her new partnership with Cori Coletta in the CET Mini Medal, coming in 4th out of 11 riders in her very first Jumper Medal. Levi then joined up with Bailee, Olivia and Gillian to form the "Bucking-Hams" to ...place 4th out of 17 teams in the $5000 Nation's Cup. The team fought hard and came back for the Top 4 second round in not so ideal weather! Can't wait until we're back at it in August! // #chaplineq #rmsj #paramountequestriancenter #CET #showjumping #yyc #comeridewithus #jerrymaguirecoaching #helpmehelpyou #wehavefun #muxutheflyingdragondraftcross #havenofearcoriishere @ Rocky Mountain Show Jumping See more

The gang is at RMSJ for the Mid Summer Classic, gearing up for the upcoming medal finals First day in the jumper medals on new mount couldn't have been more fun! // #chaplineq #cet #rmsj #nofearcoriishere #thiskidnailedthatcountercanter #showjumping #welovemedals #horsesarethebest #equitation #juniorrider #goodmare #waytoofun #teamworkmakesthedreamwork

Summer nights with this special guy I haven't saddled him up in well over a year! He's so relaxed in his new home he went for a stroll with his girlfriends like he's world's greatest trail horse... finally acting his age, looking healthy and happy! // #charlie #chaplineq #summertimefeels

#yyc #barnoneranches #sunsouttonguesout

Lickety-Split let's be quick #notaturtle #runbabyrun #goodmare #showjumping #equestrian #justareminder #sometimesigoquick #sometimes #getitbella

Tuesday Topic - When Is It Appropriate To Use Performance Enhancing Boots on Sport Horses? Recently, I've noticed a few more instances where young riders are beginning to use performance enhancing hind boots on young horses more frequently. I'm hoping to open up a friendly conversation on the topic and share some of my own feelings on the subject. These boots, also referred to as 'pinch' boots, aren't technically harmful to horses if used correctly and the rider understands ...Continue reading

Here are a couple photos from this morning at the Learn To Ride Schooling Show! I had a tough job judging, everyone rode so well! It was so fun to see such a great group of upcoming riders. If you know a horse enthusiast who wants to start riding, PM me for more info on this program just south of Calgary!

We're at Rocky Mountain Show Jumping this weekend for the first show of the Calgary outdoor season! Can you tell which one of us grew up in BC rain?

Monday's at Bar None are pretty sweet! We may not be the fastest on the track but it's fun to condition on

Classical foundations built into modern circumstances? #foodforthought

Who's ready for the outdoor season to get started in #yyc? This warm weather is getting #chaplineq excited for the best summer shows coming up! Join the team as we head to RMSJ, Thunderbird Show Park and Spruce Meadows. * Now that winter circuits down south are wrapping up we have space for: - Training horses - Consignment Sales... - New Riders! More info on our new location in Dewinton soon! // #sprucemeadows #tbird #rmsj #showjumping #hunters #jumpers #equitation #YJC #bringinthebabies See more

Professional Development Day Thank you @energyequine for putting on this seminar dedicated to conditioning the equine athlete and improving the mental game of riders. Looking forward to the rest of the afternoon! // #chaplineq #sportpsychology #veterinarymedicine #showjumping #yyc #upyourgame #healthyhorses #healthyriders

Coastlines and Bad Tanlines... // #mondaysbelike #madeitoutofwellington

Made it to the final leg of the winter circuit! Wellington, you are beyond belief... #chaplineq #showjumping #wef2019 #unreal @ Palm Beach International Equestrian Center

HITS Coachella 2019 is complete for our team! We had some great times in the desert and the horses were fantastic

Friday Night Lights!

Literally rode from "Sun up till Sun down" today! Love this view though and pretty happy to have the opportunity to work in the sunshine for the next few weeks. Our horses start showing again tomorrow for the weekend! // #bringiton #hitscoachella #showjumping #chaplineq

Levi killing it on her borrowed mount for the week and also on her trusty partner Carl! Pictured here on warm up day with "Broadway". Thank you @tamarahall2013 for setting us up with your lovely sales horse for the next couple weeks. #hunters #equitation #juniorrider #chaplineq

Ears are up, sun is out and we are getting ready to show next week! #chaplineq #showjumping #hitsshows #palmtrees #jointheteam #itswarmerherethanhome #equestrian #yyc

Here's to dreaming it

What a great weekend of training with Lizzie Gingras at the spectacular Fordville Farm! Thank you to Lindsay Nalezyty and Becky Farrell for allowing me to ride such fantastic young horses with Lizzie. Both mares improved dramatically over the weekend and we can't wait to see what the future holds for them!

After a few busy months of new horses, horse sales and new riders, everyone is starting to gear up for the show season and I have availability for the following: - Full Training Riders - Consignment Sales Horses - Full Training Horses (lightly started youngsters to 1.30m jumpers and working hunters)... Chaplin Equestrian is welcoming riders and horses of all levels to join the program to achieve their individual goals. I offer individual lessons at stables in Okotoks, Millarville, Priddis and Springbank, and Full Training for riders and horses at locations in Okotoks and Millarville. I am available to travel to you if you are interested in lessons or training but board your horse at a stable outside these areas within the Calgary area.

Winter Training Series at Rocky Mountain Show Jumping for this duo! We think it's a great way to keep practicing for the show season(or winter circuit down south ) while we wait for the Spring!

Happy to announce Yaboo has found a new home! This sweet mare is off to teach her new owner the ropes and we wish them the very best Chaplin Equestrian now has some availability for new sales horses and students! Contact for more information. #chaplineq #salehorse #showjumping #yyc #huntersandjumpers #equitation

When you volunteer your friend to own a new mini donkey in a live auction. #daphnethedonkey #mascot #jumpalbertagala @timberleafarm #chaplineq

Should old acquaintance be forgot And never brought to mind? Should old acquaintance be forgot, And long, long ago. And for long, long ago, my dear... For long, long ago. We'll take a cup of kindness yet For long, long ago. And surely youll buy your pint-jug! And surely I'll buy mine! And we'll take a cup of kindness yet For long, long ago. We two have run about the hills And pulled the daisies fine; But we've wandered manys the weary foot Since long, long ago. We two have paddled in the stream, From morning sun till dine; But seas between us broad have roared Since long, long ago And there's a hand, my trusty friend! And give us a hand of yours! And we'll take a deep draught of good-will For long, long ago // Happy New Year to all See more

Calling all Short Stirrup Hunters! Who needs their first horse to teach them the ropes? // #hackwinner #forsale #hunters #chaplineq #prettymare #autoeverything #sweettoo #learntoride

When you want to critique but nobody available to film... #gettingreadyfor2019 #gridwork #christmasbreaksoon #showjumping #wintertraining #noboredom #celebrationswerehadinthecorner #smalljumpsbigquestions

Twinning... Bay buddies being perfect for their first turnout in Canada! A balmy 0 to get them accustomed before it drops to -10

Mornings at the farm #sunrise #brrr #favoriteview #chaplineq @timberleafarm

Having a nice, sit down meeting to discuss the upcoming Yann Candele clinic at Creekside Farm. Inna and I are excited to learn a little something new from such an accomplished rider. #neverstoplearning #chaplineq #nationscup #showjumping #clinicseason #canadianequestrianteam #yanncandele

Happy Halloween! Some last minute costume ideas to start your day

Robert is coming back to Calgary! Sign up for this great clinic by PM'ing me so I can get you set up with Ashleigh.

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