TRAINING

Robert Smith is recognised as one of the most successful trainers in Europe operating from the UK and Holland. He has successfully helped to develop the show jumping careers of many young riders making him a much sought after trainer and mentor.

A variety of training options are available including Training DAY Clinics on specified dates and Individual Tuition / Rider Management for those serious about pursuing a show jumping career.

NEW FOR 2010 - TRAINING DAY CLINICS

Join in Robert’s Training Clinics with your own horse in either Small (1.20m), Medium (1.30m) or Large (1.40m) sessions. These days attract groups of riders who each have a 45min individual training session on their own horse or pony in the category suitable for their experience.

The next dates are:

15,16, 17 March (10am - 5pm with lunch break 1pm - 2pm)
12, 13, 14 April (10am - 5pm with lunch break 1pm - 2pm)
4, 5, 6 May (10am - 5pm with lunch break 1pm - 2pm)

Pre-booking is essential and each session costs £80+VAT.
Overnight stabling available at £35+VAT per horse per night.

Click here to enquire and make a reservation

INTENSIVE TRAINING PROGRAMMES

Training is available with Robert Smith in Holland for pupils to attend with their own horse/s, either on a weekly or monthly basis.

£500 inclusive of VAT per week for rider training.
£200 inclusive of VAT per week per horse for stabling.

TRAINING AND RIDER MANAGEMENT

Seek the very best training and professional advice for a career in show jumping from Robert Smith.

Full Training & Rider Management is available - £20,000+VAT per year.

For General Training and Rider Management Enquiries, Click here to enquire

NOT GOT A COPY OF ROBERT’S TRAINING DVD?

ROBERT SMITH TRAINING DVD
NOW ONLY £9.99 plus £1.50 postage and packing

Training the Rider to Win (2004) concentrates on improving rider technique in preparation for show jumping competitions. Filmed from his Warwickshire home, Robert gives rider tuition on a variety of horses ranging from novice to intermediate level.

Robert stresses the importance of perfecting the basic techniques. He explains how, in time, these techniques become instinctive in show jumping competitions.

From the ground, Robert demonstrates a variety of easy to follow exercises designed to significantly help riders improve their own performance in the competition arena. He explains, "We don't just train for training's sake. We train for the competition."

If you expect hours of grid work from this DVD, you'll be disappointed! This DVD emphasises that training doesn't have to be complicated. Keep it simple, keep it fresh and keep it focused. The results in the competition arena will then follow naturally.

This DVD also includes behind the scenes footage of Robert Smith at the Royal Windsor Horse Show and at the Royal International Horse Show at Hickstead riding his top horses Mr Springfield, Marius Claudius and Gerry Maguire.

In true Yorkshire fashion, Robert tells it 'as it is'. His formula for winning is obviously a good one – and who can argue with a rider who is as consistently successful as Robert Smith?

IF YOU ONLY HAD THE CHANCE... WHAT WOULD YOU ASK?

Ask questions at a rate of £4 each using the buy now button immediately below. (Complete payment and we will email you for your question!)

Robert is unquestionably one of the most knowledgeable professionals in his field and is today recognised as one of the world’s top show jumping trainers.

Previously this first hand expertise was only available to those he could meet personally and advise. Now you can ask a question online.

EXAMPLE QUESTION:

Question: I find it difficult to ‘see a stride’. Are there any exercises I can do at home to help me improve this?

Answer: This takes practice. While others find it comes naturally, some riders find it more difficult. If you can, create a two or three fence layout at home, or use poles on the ground if you prefer, and practice lengthening and shortening. The more you do this, the more you will be able to adjust. It is a very simple, yet effective exercise for educating both horses and riders.