Equi- Spirit Horse Toys - I am no longer stocking these products due to the high cost of shipping to me. I really appreciate all the business from past customers. I have parachutes still in stock.
Training Parachute - shipping included
$
90.00
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Equine Soccer! Let the Games Begin.
Equine Soccer™ is a great training method to promote horse and rider working together using concentration and focus while having fun.
Once a basic foundation and communication are in place, Equine Soccer™ helps put principle to purpose, allowing horse and human to work as a team.The following suggested rules are just guidelines and this training task can be tailored to suit your individual needs and training level.
The only hard fast rules are:
1. Large, durable ball such as the Equi-Spirit™ 40”
2. Field and Goal markers. We suggest traffic cones which are soft and safe such as our Equi-Spirit™ Rainbow Cone Set
3. Set-up the playing field. This can be an inside or outside arena or even a level, safe pasture.
Once a basic foundation and communication are in place, Equine Soccer™ helps put principle to purpose, allowing horse and human to work as a team.The following suggested rules are just guidelines and this training task can be tailored to suit your individual needs and training level.
The only hard fast rules are:
- BE SAFE. Don’t let competitiveness over-ride safety.
- HAVE FUN! Don’t get too serious-laughter is your best friend.
1. Large, durable ball such as the Equi-Spirit™ 40”
2. Field and Goal markers. We suggest traffic cones which are soft and safe such as our Equi-Spirit™ Rainbow Cone Set
3. Set-up the playing field. This can be an inside or outside arena or even a level, safe pasture.
- Size depends on your need and availability; however 75’ by 150’ is ideal.
- Goals are placed at each end; width depending on needs and experience of players. 12’ wide for advanced teams, up to 25’ wide for newbies.
- PLAYERS. The number of horse/rider players is up to you. It can be just one against one or up to eight on each team. If playing with multiple riders/horses, often one goal keeper for each team is used. DURATION. Again, this is up to your individual needs. Consider: 20 minute game with (2) 10 minute halves 30 minute game with (2) 15 minute halves Ensure you schedule a short break between halves for rest, water and strategy planning Ball can be moved by the horse pushing with his nose or foot or kicked by the rider. STARTING THE GAME. Ball is placed center field and initiated at that point. UPON SCORING, the non-scoring team will be given possession in front of their goal. Once they pass the half-way field mark, play begins.
- OUT OF BOUNDS. If ball goes out of bounds, it is thrown in by an unmounted person or referee.
- Ensure your horse has a good foundation of training before playing. Remember, you are putting principle to purpose which means you must have that principle intact first. Introduce and familiarize your horse with the ball BEFORE attempting to play the game. Do this first on the ground before mounted. Don’t force a scared horse which can result in injury. Make your focus more on the relationship with your horse rather than winning the game. Refrain from aggressive handling which should be grounds for dismissal.
- Remember, you are playing at your own risk. Equine activities are inherently dangerous in any form.