Learning outcomes achieved while doing the
activity over a period of time:
1) [√] Increased their awareness of their own strengths and areas of growth
2) [√] Undertaken new challenges
3) [ ] Planned and
initiated activities
4) [ ] Work collaboratively
with others
5) [√] Shown perseverance and commitment in their activities
6) [ ] Engaged with issues
of global importance
7) [ ] Considered the
ethical implications of their actions
8) [√] Developed new skills
I went to “Hyderabad Polo & Riding Club”- Sy.No. 177, Aziz Nagar Village, Gandipet, Hyderabad., R. R. District- in month of June and July of 2011 (between 23rd of June 2011 and 23rd of July 2011). First three to four classes were spent just riding the horse for an hour. I had to practice lifting my hips up and down in preparation for trotting. By fifth class I received whip and I was taught how to use it. I was constantly reminded to hold bridle tight and attach my lower body to the horse. Posture was really important. Also I acquired knowledge about how to deal with horses, for instance, cautions needed while mounting on the horse back and getting down or moving around the horses. I learnt how to direct horses left and right. When I first went on trotting, I felt the course would be difficult. I kept bumping and had no idea how to deal with the horse. Due to wrong position of my fingers on the bridle, I got blisters on both hands, and my thighs used to hurt a lot. But more and more rounds I did, I got used to riding horse, I acquire know-how of riding a horse. By tenth session, I was really comfortable with a horse, and I could ride horse holding bridle with only one hand. I have learned a lot, and I was happy to find something new that I could enjoy. I also learned the importance of encouragement. I went to the riding club along with my father and my younger brother. We used to encourage each other and tell different know-how we acquired. Sharing different experiences on that day while coming back in the car remains as beautiful memory as well. By doing activity together, we understood each other,- by the way, all three of us got blisters – had something in common to start off conversations.
There were difficulties I had encountered during the project, for instance, being forced to wait even though I have arrived at exact time (which happens in India most of the time-no offence). I have learned to be patient through series of experiences. But one of the most important things I would like to stress upon, is to listen to others carefully and act accordingly. Once, after getting down the horse, I passed the horse from the back. I was reprimanded harshly, because I could have gotten myself killed. Instructor told me before (or I read it while researching) that horse kicks whatever is behind it and indeed a number of riders were injured due to the horses’ habit.
I was not very content with the teachers and instructors, because they did not give us enough information of how to deal with the horse. I was just pushed on the field to learn most of the thing. And also, although I perfectly learned trotting and walking, I am not confident whether I will be able to direct a horse. There was always leading horse for my horse to follow. But other than that, I had amazing experience.
evidence:
This was the card I had to sign on whenever I went to the club. Instructors used to keep bunch of cards. I had to find mine and signed in my name with the date before going to the field to ride a horse.
These photos are further evidences of the project. I am riding the horse in the photos.
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