EQUIPARK in Carlow is running clinics on how young riders and teenagers can use sports psychology and mindset in and out of the saddle.

The clinics start next week in half-term and all are most welcome to take part.

Being a successful young rider in the current climate comes with all kinds of additional situations and pressures to navigate far beyond just the art of riding itself.

“Many of our young equestrian athletes are expected to balance school or college with performance pressures, training, selection, peer group pressures and the world of online and social media - a task that many adults would find daunting.

Allowing teenagers to explore performance coaching and mental skills training to help with confidence, focus, motivation, emotions, reactions, mindfulness, and resilience are the key to consistent performances,” said Jacqueline Murphy.

For more information, please see www.aheadforhorses.com or Equipark social media.