Had a very productive lesson on Habakatz today. Rode the canter in a controlled, collected manor. Habakatz was not so sure about this at first and bolted to the left making a run for it out of are semi round 20 meter circle. After some convincing, he soon accepted the bit and we were right on track. Tried the Velcro thigh strap Missy suggested and Sarah felt it did provide some stability at the canter. Every little bit helps.
Made a connection with the Pentathlon Olympic Coach , Michael Cintas...a very nice guy. He operates a stable in Palm Springs, and...as it turns out, used to own Legacy Farms, in San Marcos. His sister, Debbie, now owns it. What a small world. I am hoping to enter a show there in March.
Happy to say Pan Pan is feeling better, although he is not big on the new molasses flavored butte. Go figure.
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Adria Di Maria
"OVERCOMING A CHALLENGE BEGINS WITH DETERMINATION, BUT SOMETIMES YOU NEED A LITTLE MORE."
Challenged athlete living the dream of representing the US in the Paralympics. Disability should not impede one from competing.
Bio - Adria Di Maria
Allow me to introduce myself, Adria Di Maria, and the exciting world of Para-equestrian dressage, a sport which has been developing over the past 25 years. Athletes are classified according to their level of disability and compete on a national and international level. I contracted Polio in 1955, and as a result have significant weakness in both of my legs.
My goal is simple: I plan on being the best challenged rider I can be. This means being not only a member of our proud US Para-equestrian Team, but also a respected and contributing member of the community. As a Para-equestrian competitor, I hope to become an ambassador for the disabled athlete and to the world community in the specialty of Para Dressage at the Paralympics in 2012/ England.
My goal is simple: I plan on being the best challenged rider I can be. This means being not only a member of our proud US Para-equestrian Team, but also a respected and contributing member of the community. As a Para-equestrian competitor, I hope to become an ambassador for the disabled athlete and to the world community in the specialty of Para Dressage at the Paralympics in 2012/ England.
Adria Di Maria
Accomplishments
Accomplishments
USEF Para- equestrian Training Session with US Paralympic Team Coach and International Event rider, Missy Ransehousen
First Place in State Championship Horse Show for Disabled Riders 67%
Second Place in State Championship Horse Show for Disabled Riders 63%
Qualified for the United Professional Horseman Association Exceptional Challenged Cup Classs
USEF Para- equestrian Training Session with US Paralympic Team Coach and International Event rider, Missy Ransehousen
First Place in State Championship Horse Show for Disabled Riders 67%
Second Place in State Championship Horse Show for Disabled Riders 63%
Qualified for the United Professional Horseman Association Exceptional Challenged Cup Classs
Sponsorship
Sponsorship
Challenged Athlete Foundation
Mr. & Mrs. Frank Di Maria
Challenged Athlete Foundation
Mr. & Mrs. Frank Di Maria
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"OVERCOMING A CHALLENGE BEGINS WITH DETERMINATION, BUT SOMETIMES YOU NEED A LITTLE MORE."
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Adria, just checking in. We're still in Turkey. Return to the States end of Feb. Unfortunately my mother just passed away, so a very sad beginning to the year. Hope to see you sometime this year. Alan (and Holly)
ReplyDeleteI'm so very sorry to hear about your Mom. I feel very sad to watch our parents get older and pass on. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
ReplyDeleteHave a safe trip back to the States...look forward to reconnecting . love Adria