DABBS Facilities
Indoor facilities - Stay Sheltered and Dry all year round at Dabbs! |
 Facilities at Dabbs include two large indoor arenas, the International Arena measures 100ft x 220ft, with a newly laid Cushion Track Premier Surface supplied by Equestrian Surfaces. The quality of surface has been praised by many of Scotland's leading show jumpers. A covered collecting ring links the Warm Up Arena approx 75ft x 160ft to the International Arena. These two indoor arenas are complemented by a cafe, Function room, viewing gallery and a Tack shop. The cafeteria offers a wide variety of fresh, hot and cold food and drinks throughout the shows. PRIVATE HIRE RATES 2007-2008: International Arena Off Peak- £35.00 (hr) International Arena Off Peak- £20.00 (1/2 hr) International Arena Peak- £45.00(hr) International Arena Peak- £30.00 (1/2 hr) Ladybank Arena Peak- £35.00(hr) Ladybank Arena Peak- £20.00 (1/2 hr) Full Day Hire Price Available On Application. All Rates subject to VAT. |
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Outdoor Arenas |
| Outdoors we have two of the best grass arenas in the country, the Gold arena which is extremely flat and is ideal for all disciplines. The Silver Arena is laid out with undulating ground and includes banks ditches and several permenant obstacles making it the best working hunter arena in the country. These facilities are served by ample car and lorry parking. In the Stable area there is a 22 box livery yard, a 34 box competition yard. This area is equiped with a feed store, three tack rooms and a 5 Horse Walker. These facilities make Dabbs one of the premier centres in the country. |
Gold Arena |
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(Date of Event: 01 Jun 2007) |
Silver Arena |
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(Date of Event: 01 Jun 2007) |
Equine Disciplines at Dabbs Show and Activity Centre |
| Dressage The word dressage (rhymes with "massage") is derived from a French term meaning "training." It is not only a method of schooling, but also a competitive equestrian sport. Dressage is considered "classical training," because it uses gymnastic exercises—a series of movements and figures—which have been studied and developed for centuries. The Spanish Riding School in Vienna, Austria, with its white Lipizzana stallions, is perhaps the most familiar institution dedicated exclusively to the classical art of riding. Once an activity of royalty, today dressage has evolved into a discipline and competitive sport accessible to all horses and riders Show Jumping Riders and horses must negotiate the designated course with the ultimate goal of acquiring no faults. Horses are required to jump 15 to 20 obstacles, with 'faults' (i.e. penalty points) being assessed if a horse refuses or brings down the highest rail of an obstacle (fence). The riders must also be mindful of the ever-ticking clock. Riders need to complete the course within the time allowed to avoid time penalties. There is also a maximum time limit - riders unable to complete the course within the time limit are eliminated. If either the horse or rider falls, the pair is eliminated.The order for each horse and rider combination is determined by a draw prior to the class. |
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