Gartmore Riding School Collaboration
Client Overview:
Gartmore Riding School has been a cornerstone of equestrian education and therapy in the Staffordshire, UK area since its inception in 1985. As a registered charity for over a decade, Gartmore is dedicated to providing transformative experiences for children and adults with disabilities, promoting their health and well-being through equine-assisted activities.
Gartmore Riding School holds accreditations from the British Horse Society, Accredited Sports Club, and Association of British Riding School with a Principal Diploma. Moreover, the school has demonstrated its commitment to inclusivity by signing up to the National Deaf Children’s Society (NDCS) Deaf Friendly Leisure Activities pledge.
The school’s mission goes beyond merely providing riding lessons; it is deeply invested in supporting individuals with diverse needs. Staff, instructors, and volunteers undergo extensive training through funded workshops, lectures, and demonstrations covering topics such as equity in coaching, inclusive coaching for the disabled, teaching disabled people in sport, and autism and sensory issues. Furthermore, Gartmore Riding School collaborates with Queens College, Birmingham, to offer coaching for the visually impaired.
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Through its dedication to accessibility, education, and inclusivity, Gartmore Riding School continues to enrich the lives of individuals with disabilities in Staffordshire and surrounding areas, embodying the transformative power of equine-assisted therapy and horsemanship.
Project Objective:
The objective of this project was to provide a series of captivating illustrations that would serve as visual aids for the horsemanship training curriculum at Gartmore Riding School. These illustrations were intended to complement the written materials and enhance the learning experience for students, helping them grasp essential concepts related to horse care, grooming, and riding techniques more effectively.
Results:
The horsemanship illustrations have significantly enhanced the educational materials and learning experience for students. The illustrations have been integrated into the school’s curriculum, accompanying written materials in training manuals, posters, and online resources.
Conclusion:
The Gartmore Riding School Horsemanship Illustrations project exemplifies the successful collaboration between equestrian illustratation and educational expertise. By combining compeling visuals with a deep understanding of horsemanship principles, the illustrations have not only enhanced the learning experience for students but have also reinforced the reputation of Gartmore Riding School as a leading institution in equestrian education.
Testimonial
"Gartmore Riding School would like to thank you for all the beautifully illustrated information boards you have created for us around the school, these have not only enhanced our riding school but offers great learning opportunities for our visitors. All the boards created by you are well received and used by Gartmore staff and visitors all year round as a teaching aid and talking point, so once again thank you from everyone at Gartmore Riding school."
- Tracy Francis
Director
Gartmore Riding School
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