Keep up to date with ongoing events at Grace Equestrian
John Joe Grace on Lough Aidan
Morning Dressage and afternoon Clear Round Show Jumping - Thursday 28th April 2011
For all, young and less young. No need for formal competition dress. Relaxed practice but with judge's comments as per competition.
Dressage tests
AIRC Preliminary 2; AIRC Preliminary 17; AIRC Novice 29.Copies of the test are downloadable by clicking the above link, or you can download copies from www.airc.ie (publications and resources/dressage tests).
Dressage fee
1 test €10. 2 tests €15. 3 tests €20.Dressage pre - entry by Monday 25th April. Dressage times advised by 10pm Tuesday 26th April.Entries
Post entry to Jane Grace, Conicker, Roscrea, Co. Tipperary, or contact Jane on 087 994 3617.Rounds Include
Clear Round Show Jumping Mini, Midi, Maxi. These will start as low as you want with X poles, and up to 1.10m. Entry fee - 2 rounds for €10.
Spring & Summer 2011 at Grace Equestrian
Holiday bookings now being taken for the summer.
Association of Irish Riding Clubs Festival
11th and 12th June
Our facilities are just 1 hour away from Stradbally – why not book in here for the weekend if you and your horses have to travel a long distance to the show.Easter Training
Pre competition dressage practice – Prelim and Novice tests. Run through your tests with judge’s comments.Showing seminar
Get pre-season tips from one of the top show judges on show-ring presentation.Show jumping and/or Cross Country Practice.
Contact us for further details.John Joe and Lough Aidan (Goofy) won the Open Working Hunter 1m class, 2nd in the 1.10m and won the Championship at Gurteen, Ballingarry on Sunday 10th April 2011.
"On A Mission" Award for John Joe!
At the end of the 2010 Eventing Season in October, John Joe was delighted to learn that he and Lough Aidan had won the Owner/Rider section of the On A Mission (Eventers Supporters Group), receiving a beautiful bronze trophy and a training bursary. Both John Joe and Jane were placed in the first 6 of the Sportsman section of Eventing Ireland and each were awarded a free lesson with Captain Geoff Curran and Captain Brian Curran Cournane.
Piper: March 2002 to November 2010, RIP
Sad news to report the death of Piper (Perfect Dreamer) in November 2010 following an accident. Born on 22nd March 2002 Piper was our first baby. She loved being the centre of attention, and was a very important part of our "family".
July 28th 2010 Showing Skills 'Refresher Course' from 7:00pm
Are you planning to take part in any showing or working hunter classes this summer? If so, why not brush up on your showing skills with tips and hints from top showing judges and course designers. Bring your horse, or come on foot. All welcome—young or old.
Some points to cover:
• Preparation
• Ringcraft
• What to wear
• What to do (etiquette)
• What class is right for your horseRiders
Adults :: €10 each
Children under 16 :: €8
Discount for family riders i.e. 2 children riding and 1 parent on foot :: €12
1 child rider and 1 parent rider :: €15Spectators
€5 each (Children under 16 :: €3)Please contact us to reserve your place. Refreshments available.
May 2010 :: Competition Results
Bank Holiday Monday, 7th June, was memorable for Jane when she gained her first placing in the Eventing Ireland Sportsman B Section. Jane was 2nd on Henry at Ballindenisk, County Cork. Just a few weeks earlier, husband John Joe collected 4th place at the same venue in the Sportsman B section on Goofy, following up his 3rd place earned at Ballinaclough, near Tramore.
Showing Seminar in July/August 2010
National showing judge will give tips and hints to help you make the best of your horse and yourself in the showing rings throughout the summer. Please contact us for more details.
Show jumping sessions with Paul McGlone on Wednesday evenings. Please contact us to register your interest.
Pony Camps
Pony camps in the summer. Please contact us to register your interest.
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