NO PAIN, NO GAIN! Meet my ruthless dressage instructor...

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  • čas přidán 17. 08. 2022
  • Hello everyone and welcome back to my channel. Today I finally introduce you to my new(ish) dressage instructor, and he does not mess about. We run through my tests for Frickley Park horse trials this weekend, and Rich isn't impressed!
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Komentáře • 163

  • @maddy_roses_
    @maddy_roses_ Před 2 lety +67

    As much as Rich is very “savage”, he is equally as constructive and complementary as he his firm and honest, which is a perfect quality in any trainer with your best interest at heart. Also, trainers who speak to you throughout a ride are always the best! Glad to finally meet him!

  • @katherineschuette2361
    @katherineschuette2361 Před 2 lety +91

    He’s a great teacher! Very knowledgeable. I’m a pure dressage rider and my trainer always says something similar: “ride the movement not the test.” Good luck this weekend!

  • @faiththatcher203
    @faiththatcher203 Před 2 lety +59

    We need a rich fan page 🤣🤣

  • @osteophagus
    @osteophagus Před 2 lety +20

    Meg: "What are my Dressage weaknesses?"
    Rich: *gestures broadly*

  • @egeegee7146
    @egeegee7146 Před 2 lety +19

    So good to see a young woman asking for real strong critique in order to work out the problems and improve. No one improves without brutal honesty. We just stay in the same spot. Congrats. He’s a good tutor. He sees the detail and doesn’t mess. Love it.

  • @heatherradford1994
    @heatherradford1994 Před 2 lety +53

    Omg he's a legend lol. We definitely need more Rich for sure. U rode the ponies so well and they really seemed to listen too. Yr whole demeanour changed when Rich was explaining and u looked fab. I love seeing u ride but omg u seemed so confident in this vlog. I can't wait for Frickly xx

  • @pixie706
    @pixie706 Před 2 lety +50

    Would love to see Rich ride them as well to compare . I bet you feel good about that lesson it was really productive

  • @marneymcgovern4285
    @marneymcgovern4285 Před 2 lety +6

    He is a wonderful instructor! Love “Judge doesn’t expect you not to do anything.”

  • @theitherd
    @theitherd Před 2 lety +22

    Loved this! Definitely need to see more Rich. He’s exactly my type of instructor, tells you what you need to know, not to scared to criticise

  • @rachel3591
    @rachel3591 Před 2 lety +15

    Tough trainers are so rewarding when they give you praise, at least that’s what I tell myself 😂 more Rich!!

  • @fantellerhur
    @fantellerhur Před 2 lety +7

    that very last trot with dee at 29:40 was AMAZING. 🤩

  • @sandywar5727
    @sandywar5727 Před 2 lety +8

    Oh I love Rich he’s so animated, what a fantastic instructor. No voiceovers required 😆 Fingers crossed both girls get to Badders this time. Just a great vlog Megs

  • @krisfenner4922
    @krisfenner4922 Před 2 lety +3

    Omg. That trot down the long side near the end, starting at 29:39......she was just floating! Beautiful!!! Well done, Meg and Dee!

  • @loriehyten2294
    @loriehyten2294 Před 2 lety +40

    I really really love watching your videos, especially lessons, and this one was terrific. I have spinal stenosis and after I've finished crying my tears of frustration you inspire me to fight the good fight and keep looking for ways to stay in the saddle. Hope the event went great.

  • @julen2380
    @julen2380 Před 2 lety +12

    I just love Dee so much (or apparently "this one" as she might be known from now on ;)). It really looked as if she too listened to Rich and concentrated so hard. I love how the two of you seem such a team of equals, you and Dee aka this one.

  • @Almost_Normal
    @Almost_Normal Před 3 měsíci

    Richard is a gem! As for his parting words of wisdom? That definitely belongs on a t-shirt!

  • @cavalloalto6631
    @cavalloalto6631 Před 2 lety +12

    Wow, that medium trot on Dee looked beautiful! I hope you’re able to bring that energy with you this weekend.

  • @EmilyJM12
    @EmilyJM12 Před 2 lety +5

    Omg defo more Rich!! 😂😂😂 Amazing dressage work too Meg! I bet Hobbs is loving it 😎 You and your girls are looking so good. Looking forward to seeing how things go at Frickley! 👏👏👏

  • @kristingreene8316
    @kristingreene8316 Před 2 lety +4

    I love how honest, and blunt he is :)

  • @nelly20120206
    @nelly20120206 Před 2 lety +8

    Wow, they both looked so so good, especially in the trot! DDs medium trot at the end was stunning😍 You and Rich seem to work very well together!

  • @hattie2525
    @hattie2525 Před 2 lety +5

    So informative! I could honestly watch videos of lessons all day and he seems a fabulous instructor. Ditch the 'pretty' and ride FORWARDS!!!

  • @patbroekema6721
    @patbroekema6721 Před 2 lety +4

    He is very nice even when he’s pushing you to accomplish a movement. Wonderful instructor. Both lessons were good but Dee’s was very helpful for me and my horse. Thank you for the great video!!!!! 🐴😀

  • @aidanham
    @aidanham Před 2 lety +4

    Ooh I really like him! Sharp but simultaniously incredible constructive aswell as very onboard to celebrate your victories when you ride just right. Firm, just and honest as they come 👌🏼 Very very educational! Really appreciate his insights 💪🏽 well done you guys are a dream team!

  • @isabella2472
    @isabella2472 Před 2 lety +6

    I absolutely love leg yielding, I need to try that exercise down the fence! It looks so fun

  • @heaven77ish
    @heaven77ish Před 2 lety +1

    Awesome. My biggest proble. Is I ride a lovely test and warm up in practice. The moment I am either videoed or a test situation, I ride the test and not my horse. Hearing your coach say ride the horse not the test is great advice for thousands of us all over watching. This coach seems phenominal. I trained with Charlie Hutton for a while b4 he moved to Scotland. Best coach I connected with. These videos are invaluable for so many of us that are similar mistakes. Oh and you sit beautifully and showing warts and all makes it authentic. 👏

  • @sarahrichardson8515
    @sarahrichardson8515 Před 2 lety +4

    LOVE Rich!!!! So useful hearing his advice

  • @lisakovic5256
    @lisakovic5256 Před 2 lety +1

    Wow I love Rich!!! He doesn’t beat around the bush at all 😍😍😍

  • @VIPEqTHud
    @VIPEqTHud Před 2 lety +4

    You are looking class! Riding so well. Interview him about your Badminton ride. He must be just a little bit proud. You right hand isn’t nearly as bad as he makes out. Some physio on your shoulder /upper back and some kinesiology taping to give it some stability pre ride might be the answer to hand stability because your core is already stong

  • @helenhenderson9270
    @helenhenderson9270 Před 2 lety +1

    No Meg you are amazing keep going, good constructive and complementary education is never a negative. Helen from New Zealand

  • @annjohnson8437
    @annjohnson8437 Před 2 lety +5

    Rich is awesome! He keeps it real! More Rich riding lesson videos please. 👍

  • @mcrcequestrianakamoonchase9143

    I love this guy! And his instruction for you was spot on. Great lessons to watch!

  • @kellyloomes7136
    @kellyloomes7136 Před 2 lety +2

    Rich is awesome Meg! Love his sense of humour. My old instructor was vicious but made me ride to the best of my ability. ❤️

  • @emmastrauch2813
    @emmastrauch2813 Před 2 lety +2

    The trot at 29:39 was so beautiful!!!!

  • @laraine2409
    @laraine2409 Před 2 lety +3

    I would love to see more lessons with Rich! Wishing you the best of luck at Frickly!

  • @1daySomeday
    @1daySomeday Před 7 měsíci

    often times to get the best results in this field of interest is exactly what Rich presents in his instruction courses - ya just got to bite the bullet and press on through it and endure it all as part of the process. it truly does work but only when the student is willing.

  • @according2her
    @according2her Před 2 lety +1

    Your dressage has come one so incredibly much over the last year that even I can see it 😍

  • @kippen64
    @kippen64 Před 2 lety +1

    Yes please to seeing more of Rich on the channel!!!

  • @LifeInTheSaddle.
    @LifeInTheSaddle. Před 2 lety +6

    You’re such an inspiration. Absolutely so excited to watch🥰.

  • @annejarvis7002
    @annejarvis7002 Před 2 lety +1

    A great vlog. Rich is an awesome teacher. Meg, you & both ponies looked amazing. Your riding has most certainly become more polished with all the training you have had (no turds in sight, no glitter required🙂). Very best wishes for Frickley. You have everything in your 'tool box'. Go for it & have fun🤗

  • @janegoldstein8110
    @janegoldstein8110 Před 2 lety +1

    Hi Meg,
    That was a very good instructor that you had for dressage, he really does know his business , I so enjoyed watching you and him communicate together. Well Done. 😎👍🐴🐎🧑🏻‍🦰

  • @titanbuck7
    @titanbuck7 Před 2 lety +1

    Jam is working so hard for you and really trying. I can almost hear her grunt with the effort here and there. Good job!!!💕💕💕💕💕

  • @Mollie_Raby_Brown
    @Mollie_Raby_Brown Před 2 lety +8

    Super excited to watch and see who your dressage instructor is!

  • @sparkle.-buggg3610
    @sparkle.-buggg3610 Před 2 lety +1

    meg i love him he's funny and brilliant 2 very gorgous girls my god Jams a totally different pony now wow what massive improvment the difference in your riding now since Lucinda is night and day i am so proud of you x

  • @JenniferJCouch
    @JenniferJCouch Před 2 lety +2

    Wow! How kool is Rich! Love his laugh. Love how he communicates his lessons. Keep him! Now have to check out your scores since you're 8 hrs ahead of my time zone and it's Saturday at Frickley. Stay safe. 🐎💙😎

  • @luciennewallace8668
    @luciennewallace8668 Před 2 lety +1

    Love the Rich already...blunt but supportive...we do like a character. Used to have an instructor who used a loud hailer and would yell "you're riding like a bag of a***holes" at regular intervals.

  • @DrFjords
    @DrFjords Před 2 lety +1

    Hearing Rich’s commentary on Dee’s test was quite informative and helpful! Thanks for including it

  • @prugilbert6201
    @prugilbert6201 Před 2 lety +4

    Your such an amazing rider and so exiting to watch. Have inspired me 🫶🏼❤️

  • @malumadi5534
    @malumadi5534 Před 2 lety +1

    Jam really looks so good in the Dressage now :)))

  • @stinkycretingurl
    @stinkycretingurl Před 2 lety +5

    I would love to see Rich voiceover/critique your tests at Frickley!

  • @lucylillywhite228
    @lucylillywhite228 Před 2 lety +4

    Exited for this one Meg! Surely he can't be that savage 😬 x

  • @janeminwell4395
    @janeminwell4395 Před 2 lety +2

    Great vlog Meg! Rich, the ponies and especially you, were superb. Have full sympathy in trying to “ride” a dressage test. The arena feels like it’s 10 feet square, and the movements come far too quickly! More of your lessons with Rich please, and best of luck at Frickley.

  • @lizgarland2241
    @lizgarland2241 Před 2 lety +1

    Go Rich 💜 lovely riding. Fab 🇮🇪💚🍀

  • @vogelvrouw
    @vogelvrouw Před 2 lety +1

    You fit in that dressage saddle so well, it looks like its perfectly molded to you

  • @leannemcsweeney6761
    @leannemcsweeney6761 Před 2 lety +2

    Great video Meg, watching you can really see the improvements in yourself, and both ponies throughout the lesson.
    I was could feel myself riding there with you.
    Good luck and best wishes for your competition.
    I’m sure you’ll qualify both ponies 💕
    Rich is amazing, his lesson was so informative, it was great viewing.

  • @xXFunkyFillyXx
    @xXFunkyFillyXx Před 2 lety +1

    Loved watching this - it’s brilliant to see how you train and improve! He’s a hilarious instructor but you are such an amazing rider to be able to make all those corrections - my brain would be scrambled!

  • @Paige0557
    @Paige0557 Před rokem

    What a find. Rich is a sweetheart and a wealth of knowledge. Dont lose him Meg

  • @RachOvGlyn
    @RachOvGlyn Před 2 lety +3

    He is fab, very informative!

  • @valeriefergusson269
    @valeriefergusson269 Před 2 lety +2

    Lovely vlog Deedee s mussels were rippling the swimming is suiting her love your trainer good luck

  • @martinfradgley2553
    @martinfradgley2553 Před 2 lety +3

    I love you Meg, I am always so excited to see your videos :)

  • @TaylorParnell
    @TaylorParnell Před 2 lety +4

    OMG YOU TWO ARE AMAZING ❤️❤️❤️❤️ I NEED AN INSTRUCTOR LIKE THAT 😆

  • @amberrose7023
    @amberrose7023 Před 2 lety +1

    Love Rich’s energy! It would be great to see him in more vlogs. Good luck at Frickley tomorrow! 🍀

  • @KMartha22
    @KMartha22 Před 2 lety +1

    Super educational! Thanks for posting. Definitely picked up a couple of interesting bits which I can't wait to try.

  • @VIPEqTHud
    @VIPEqTHud Před 2 lety +1

    Watch out Meg! After this lesson Rich will be fully booked and you won’t get a slot with him!

  • @ano.theart3050
    @ano.theart3050 Před 2 lety +1

    I love this instructor

  • @PPaloma2008
    @PPaloma2008 Před 2 lety +3

    HUGE improvement Meg! great work!!! Good luck girl

  • @smoldinowarlock9123
    @smoldinowarlock9123 Před 2 lety +1

    I really like this instructor! We need to see more lessons with him!

  • @miriamgaliant8172
    @miriamgaliant8172 Před rokem +1

    “You can’t polish a turd but you can roll it in glitter” Rich Hayward 2022

  • @tammykes359
    @tammykes359 Před 2 lety +2

    Rich is fun 😊would love to see more
    You and ponies and your Mom

  • @sarahknight7500
    @sarahknight7500 Před 2 lety +1

    I would just absolutely love to know what goes through horses' minds when we take lesson. With all the raised voices and chaos lol

  • @anapiver1256
    @anapiver1256 Před 2 lety +1

    So informative!! Would love to see more of Rich! Great vlog. ❤

  • @jessicamiller9428
    @jessicamiller9428 Před 2 lety +1

    You both have improved so much, well done.

  • @isabella2472
    @isabella2472 Před 2 lety +4

    22:38 was definitely my favourite, I’d give it a 5 star rating on hobbit’s filming!

  • @AdventuresofMegatron
    @AdventuresofMegatron Před 2 lety +2

    Found this so interesting to watch! Saw lots of similarities in what Rich was trying to get you to achieve to my coach too 👏🏻

  • @Sppoky_Luce6422
    @Sppoky_Luce6422 Před 2 lety +19

    Ooo this is exciting 😂 I love it when people are camera shy on this channel 😂
    Edit: Rich’s famous phrase: “that was terrible” 😂
    And he definitely needs to make a come back on the channel

  • @dh7206
    @dh7206 Před 2 lety +1

    Loved this video. Rich is such a good instructor. Would love to see more lesson vlogs

  • @gemmagranger5354
    @gemmagranger5354 Před 2 lety +1

    Great lesson for both ponies! Best of luck at Frickley

  • @alisonbates5125
    @alisonbates5125 Před 2 lety

    Love Rich!, 😍😍😍

  • @nchorsegirl7
    @nchorsegirl7 Před 2 lety +1

    I love watching your videos!! You are such a good rider I love horses!! I jump 2 feet cross rails and verticles!! I have advanced horseback riding at the upper barn which is more advanced! I have only been riding horses English style for 1 year and 6 months and I love it! I am doing walk, Trott, canter showing this year at the barn I ride at against other people!

  • @whizzywoo582
    @whizzywoo582 Před 2 lety +2

    I shall be committing the 'roll a turd in glitter' comment to memory, brilliant :D

  • @thatsmallgrey5886
    @thatsmallgrey5886 Před 2 lety +1

    29:40 was amazing

  • @alisonhammond4662
    @alisonhammond4662 Před 2 lety

    I can see the glitter sparkling from Australia 😂😂😂..and *the other 1* looked great !! Lol..loved it

  • @kdequestrian5471
    @kdequestrian5471 Před 2 lety +1

    Some of my favorite things my trainer has said was…
    “HALT! You are ruining this horse!”
    “If you do that again I’m taking away your horse and selling him!”
    (This was before I bought my 4 yr old- you want a young horse? You sure aren’t riding like it”
    “We’re ending the lesson if you don’t support him to the fence”
    “STOP STEERING WITH YOUR HANDS”
    Etc etc I could go on forever

  • @VIPEqTHud
    @VIPEqTHud Před 2 lety +1

    Get Rich to ride them ! 😊

  • @jessicahigdon3962
    @jessicahigdon3962 Před 2 lety +1

    Great video Meg. Ride it like you stole it. :)

  • @annacordery98
    @annacordery98 Před 2 lety +2

    This is the first video I’ve noticed how different Jam and Dee are, Jam rides like a pony where as Dee seems a lot more ‘horse’ like! Love them both, well I just love a mare🤣 💞

  • @faiththatcher203
    @faiththatcher203 Před 2 lety +1

    I'm early for once 😂 might be going to see you compete on Saturday can't wait xx

  • @hceventing
    @hceventing Před 2 lety

    He is a great teacher!

  • @catemckechnie08
    @catemckechnie08 Před 2 lety +1

    So excited to watch ❤️❤️

  • @alialhilali9862
    @alialhilali9862 Před 2 lety

    That was really fun

  • @willalexander62
    @willalexander62 Před 2 lety +1

    Megan this is going to seem so random but I was watching the Dancing Queen music video by ABBA and I couldn’t help but see a resemblance between the brown haired one in green Anni-Frieda and you, 😂😂 literal doppelgänger 😂

  • @Erin-dy8yy
    @Erin-dy8yy Před 2 lety +1

    I’m so excited!!!!! x

  • @MeanttobeeventingToby
    @MeanttobeeventingToby Před 2 lety

    Brilliant!!! Thank you !!!🥰

  • @valeriefergusson269
    @valeriefergusson269 Před 2 lety +2

    I also would like to see Rich ride them to feel how good they are xx

  • @adahminogue4530
    @adahminogue4530 Před 2 lety

    My dog loves watching ur videos!

  • @aprilwolski3716
    @aprilwolski3716 Před 2 lety

    well done. your such a good rider either way of any

  • @grace-xt9yx
    @grace-xt9yx Před 2 lety +1

    Very exited for this ❤️

  • @nickirichards7838
    @nickirichards7838 Před 2 lety

    Yes pls more Rich.

  • @Jennifer-kg8gi
    @Jennifer-kg8gi Před 2 lety +1

    Jam is so built omg 😂

  • @freemanfarms2011
    @freemanfarms2011 Před 2 lety

    LOVED IT!

  • @CREventing
    @CREventing Před 2 lety +2

    Early so excited