As a 2* Instructor I am able to assess Level 1. If you would like to send me your filmed tasks I will be happy to assess them for you. The charges are as follows:-

Cheques should be made payable to Victoria Crofton-Wadham.

Please send your video/ DVD with correct payment, assessment sheets and an SAE to:

Victoria Crofton-Wadham, Llainoleu Isaf, Brechfa, Carmarthen SA32 7RH

If you would like your video / DVD returned please let me know and be sure to place the correct stamps on the SAE.

Click here to download Level 1 Assessment sheets in PDF format from www.parelli.com

Filming Tips

Make sure that you are set up for success by following a few simple guidelines: -

• Ensure that you have read and understood all the tasks so that you know what you are supposed to be doing. Keep the assessment sheet to hand so that you can keep track of where you are if you forget the order of tasks.

• It is advisable for the person filming to use a tripod as an unstable shot makes it very hard to assess. It would be a shame to have to re-submit a task because the instructor cannot see what you are doing.

• It is important that both you and your horse are in view and that the shot is as close as possible. For example, it is impossible to see a student tie the correct knot in the halter if the camera is not zoomed in!

• Don’t worry if you have to make the film over a few days. However, do not split a task over two days. Each task should be filmed continuously.

• Don’t panic if things don’t go according to plan; just deal with it the best way you can. Very often the way that you deal with an issue can show the instructor as much about your Savvy level as a perfectly executed task.

• No instructor expects a soundtrack and funky captions; we want to see you playing with your horse. So don’t worry if you are not a technical wizard.

• Do try to relax and enjoy it. It’s supposed to be fun for you and your horse.

Good luck and I look forward to watching your films!