1 WEEK SHOWJUMPING PROGRESS // Show Jumping Schooling Vlog

[@sincerelyequestrian9460]

I think I speak for everyone when I say that Khal and Dali are such sweet and beautiful and honest horses!

[@lordfarquadiii9437]

Holly’s dad reminds me of that TikTok where it’s like “whose horse is that”

[@kaylawhitfield3747]

Lord Farquad iii omg hahahaha

[@isabellalundgren3986]

i love how gentle of a hand she has but still enough to be supportive and know when to step it back. also love how you let the horse move. no use of harsh bits or extra leather, no crops or spurs. fantastic training and beautiful honest horses😄😄

[@Patti-1962]

Holly, you are such a pro trainer. Both horses are so relaxed and BRAVE. You will be going to your next show as "Holly the VETERINARIAN!" And of course, it doesn't hurt to have your Dad as the horses spiritual coach.... LOL!!

[@angelcolors2759]

Dali has such great movement and rythm even as a 4 year old ! He will probably make an amazing competition horse ( be it showjumping or even dressage)

[@ionacosh9633]

I love how Khal has such a lovely balanced rhythm throughout, and you sit quietly without over interfering 👌👌

[@michellelenaghan9846]

God Dali is such a class looking horse! I remember him being so hairy and thinking oh my I wonder what he'll be like but LOOK AT HIM wow. And as always Khal looking amazing.

[@megblakex]

Dali trying and getting his flying changes is the cutest thing! Also his counter canter looks so so balanced, you’ve done such a fab job so far Holly you should be proud of yourself!

[@andiee4163]

Your dad is a saint 🤣 If only Dali would realize how much easier life would be if he’d do the back end of the flying changes, I know he can because Ive watched you do it! What a goof

[@HollyLenahanSJ]

He will start doing clean changes once he gets more balanced and stronger in the canter ☺️ It’s easy to get those long legs muddled 😉

[@andiee4163]

Holly Lenahan oh 100%! It’d just be wonderful if they magically realized how much easier turns and corners would be if they just did it 😂 He doesnt look so big when you ride him! I know both of them are quite tall though, way taller than Id be able to ride 😂 (or ride well, only 5’2” my legs would barely touch their bellies!)

[@luizafonseca_]

Dali looks so different from a few months ago! He is becoming truly handsome 😍 he is my new favorite now hahahaha cannot wait to see his progress through the years ❤️

[@souders4428]

I love your dads little chuckles! 🤣 brilliant to see your boys doing so well ❤️🐴

[@ellenmay3]

dali has officially become a fave !!

[@annamitchell4419]

I thought they both really learnt from that grid you done with them through the week specially Dali he was really using his body a lot better and jumping more round I love watching your vlogs I’m from Australia and never miss one of your vlogs ever.

[@eleanorbourne2325]

Wow Dali is so stunning 😍 He's going to go far!!

[@alyssaraducie5567]

I wanted to say that I love watching the videos where you go schooling or do grid work with the horses. It's really interesting and not repetitive at all!

[@iluvnaz]

The horses were great, but i live for your Dad in your vlogs! haha

[@thaliajkul9131]

Do you have any advice or exercises to do to get such a nice leg and upper body position like you have?

[@laragrove75]

Dali is such an incredible looking guy! Wow

[@annejarvis7002]

Both boys did you proud - your training techniques are really paying off. They were collected, responsive and thinking about what was being asked of them. Dali could obviously see the 'invisible higher poles" we couldn't see when he first started jumping ☺ - he has talent. He also sorted out the double when his stride was a bit off - as your Dad said "class". Looking forward to what's next.

[@law7897]

Your dad is class. The boys are doing really well. Great work Holly x

[@marionwigzell7334]

So nice to see how eager the boys are to get on the truck. They are both doing really well. The "horse whisperer" is hilarious too (-: Marion

[@Imperfectequestrian1992]

They both look incredible! You could see even in that video where Dali jumped huge over the first part of the double the first time and managed to get up together to jump the second part he then learned from it and the second time jumped both parts so well! Khal just looks effortless as always :)

[@julen2380]

Khal is such a character and Dali seems like such a gentle, sweet soul. Such lovely horses. And as always - love your videos because I know they will be fun and informative and without click-baity drama. Win, win, win. Oh, and did I mention your lovely horses? ;)

[@HollyLenahanSJ]

Thank you so much! ❤️

[@danielabackstrom]

I love both Khal and Dali but Dali's improvement over a week is crazy... He's looking so good and together for a 4 year old 😱😍

[@lucaguitink5782]

Honestly I am so freaking impressed by your work with Dali. He is becoming an exceptional horse all kudo’s to you!! He’s so chilled and relaxed and just wow I am so in love with his jump and movement. I think its so nice to see how much a horse can actually learn as a 4yo when everything is just done in such a calm and thoughtful manner, and I’m really a fan of your training methods for young horses. I love using the grids you post in your videos on my younger horse as well!!! Love these videos!

[@HollyLenahanSJ]

Thanks so much! ☺️

[@melhayley6738]

They have both made improvement's since the last time and Dali's confidence is growing more and he seemed to relax a bit more this time, Khal was making some lovely shapes over the fences and I think if you continue with bounce exercises it can improve even more 🐱

[@jenniferlehman2464]

Great job Holly with both Khal and Dali. Gymnastics work does so much for a horse. It helps them learn where their feet and body are, it help them learn how to listen to the aids better. Overall, I find gymnastic grids a great exercise also to help build confidence and strength both in the hind end and the back especially, as it helps them use everything. Great job!! Best Regards from Ontario, Canada, Jenn.

[@annilionz]

My dad gives Calypso pep talks before I mount up at a competition too !! 😂 bless him !!!

[@fleetskipper1810]

Annie Mclionz Your dad’s peptalk definitely was effective.

[@sena3098]

@@fleetskipper1810 "im giving him positive vibes," theyre so funny 😂

[@davemelrose5848]

Both boys are looking amazing and I think there ready for the show next week can't wait to see how they both get on.GOOD LUCK 🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀

[@equestrianstyle3155]

So pretty! He really improved!!💖😁👍🐴🐎💞🎉

[@melguyot5060]

Your dad is amazing...you are lucky to have a dad like him. Good work, your horses are fantastic, you are too ! Mélanie from France

[@jenniferhoran9311]

You make it look so effortless! Your hands and upper body barely move - an inspiring model of jumping

[@elliepopdragon28]

This might seem random, but in the middle of the vid I turned on captions and when the wind was blowing it said [Applause] and one time it said "hmm" ;). I loved the vid Kahl and Dali did great! They are Super handsome and so sweet!

[@kaylacrone4099]

Dali is so much braver to that red fence from the last time you went out! Khal is just awesome😊

[@tequine4138]

So nice to see the improvement in such a short space of time! ❤️

[@justice4144]

I love how both your horses are so eager to do stuff with you, looking at how they're reacting when the truck comes haha. So cute!!

[@avaj8716]

I love just watching you ride it is entertaining and it actually helps me realize what I can improve on in my riding!

[@elsequine8628]

Its great that your shows are starting up, here competitions have not started yet but you are able to rent out the facilities so at least that is good. Both boys are so good!

[@kesalexander4800]

lovely rounds jumping with both boys , and a Dad cheer squad!

[@lauranavajas354]

I love seeing you do the courses as I can repeat the video and focus first on you as a rider and then on the horse’s movement! It’s a great way of learning ❤️

[@carmenlouw6657]

Incredible rhythm!! Khal and Dali are amazing x

[@canadahouseccelmuelle2855]

You’re such a good rider!! I really like you’re technics ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@equestrianava9065]

Holly I'm a massive fan your such a good rider xx

[@kellyjowang]

Great video! Khal and Dali both looked incredible and Dali looked much more confident this time! Good luck at your show this weekend 😊

[@luisaschoenell]

This vid just made my day haha, thanks for that! I miss jumping so much...

[@Gabihorse]

You and your dad! OMG YOU TWO ARE AWESOMEEE

[@justjacksgirl]

I keep forgetting how big Dali really is until I watch these videos of you riding one after the other. Wow legs for days 😮😀

[@HollyLenahanSJ]

Haha I know right 😂

[@liekevertegaal5600]

Dali in the warmup ring is like: Well i better give myself 30cm to spare, you never know when they will raise the jump XD

[@leeangus1839]

Good Luck on your first show with cal and doli

[@evalowen717]

How cool are your horses, I love your video sooo sooo sooo much 💕

[@AlmaVidaHorseRanch]

I just love watching jumping videos like this! I can't wait to get back into it-- when I find the right horse ;)

[@susantescione8007]

Can't wait to see the footage of the competition.

[@laurenstafford1554]

Khal and dhali are amazing and such such a credit to you!! I tried the grid work exercise before I went sj schooling and it helped so much!! Loved the video 🙈

[@HollyLenahanSJ]

Glad to hear that! Thanks ☺️

[@lidiaegyed9408]

I hope you are making a video of the show that you are going. Your horses are amazing,just as your riding. xx

[@lonia.5283]

I find Khal jumped very well, and Dali improved so much in just a few days👍👍👍👍

[@elodiehatchard4910]

I love the way you ride you horses 😍😁

[@lauradurrant730]

Wow I love your boys they are beautiful. ❤️ Would you be able to do a video on what you feed your horses in summer and winter please. Thanks

[@b0nedad]

I have such a soft spot for Dali🥺

[@aliyah.k9979]

Video Idea: I would definitely love to see you go on trail rides or "hacks" but I still love to watch you school and jump. Take care😄

[@mducrocq68]

You jump so well 😍

[@zollyzelem463]

Great training wishing that i could learn some things from you , GOD bless .

[@robynkelly426]

I can’t get over how beautiful the horse’s are though🤤

[@andystpierre6086]

Dali had come such on long way from being a scruffy 3 years old looking a little odd to this handsome handsome horse. I’m super impressed with him and you’re lucky there’s an ocean between us, otherwise I would have come and steal him from you!!! Don’t worry about being repetitive, your schooling/show vlogs are always very entertaining. I would love to see how they improved with dressage too, maybe do another online dressage class? I know it’s not your primary discipline, but still dressage is the foundation of all riding ;)

[@HollyLenahanSJ]

Thank you ☺️ I like doing the dressage riders online, I plan on doing one again soon!

[@jennaoneill9577]

I was so excited for the video ahah

[@thatcobshadow7114]

Dali is so cute 🥺

[@isobelfinnegan8486]

Do you have any tips about getting a horse back into jumping after a long break. My mums horse got injured and I am getting him back into jumping

[@chaselalonde6131]

First! Love your videos!!

[@MuffinTin36]

Holly I was wondering how old you are? Congratulations 🎈 on graduating as a veterinarian doctor!

[@HollyLenahanSJ]

I’m 23, thank you ☺️

[@jessiccave3667]

Eimhin and them are my friends too xx

[@luizafonseca_]

I'd like to see a vlog preparing for the show, like bathing the horses or whatever

[@miacolleran152]

Why do you have a flash on Dali?

[@skylarmoonstorm3925]

Same but i wonder how the pregnancy is going and about when she is due to foal?

[@annie2187]

Hi fellow equestrians, I’ve been riding for about four years and have jumped up to 3 feet and for a while I did 2 feet pretty consistently, but after a few falls I’ve only been doing cross rails and it’s getting a little frustrating as I see others progress past me and it feels like I’m stuck and will never get better. I feel confident in jumping higher because we’ve really been working on my position and flatwork and I really want to progress more. I also want to show in the future and possibly lease a horse, but I feel like these are impossible to achieve as my trainer won’t let me go higher than a cross rail. I also used to be a working student at my barn before quarantine and my parents and I decided to stay home a few weeks before my barn closed, which meant I missed work and riding, which probably caused the trainers trouble because they didn’t have enough people working the times I was supposed to be there, and I’m worried they won’t trust me again. Now the barn is gradually opening back up again but there’s another girl helping out at the times I usually help, so I don’t know if I’ll get to be a working student anymore, and I also don’t know if the hours that I have worked will still count... I know I probably need to talk to my trainer and the manager about this but I don’t really know how to approach it, especially considering the current situation. Any suggestions would help! Thank you for reading through this!

[@ellenohara2770]

eunoia Hi! You’re probably sick of hearing this but, talk to your trainer! Tell him/her how you feel! And don’t give up

[@izzymcdermott991]

Dail is improving so much and khal lots of petechia can you please do a day in a life starting from the moment you wake up I found you and your dad just so funny love you videos any news on Fiona sorry about asking again just can’t wait it would be amazing if Fiona and welbeck where in foals two little foals next year

[@kippen64]

These two are so nice that I am looking forward to seeing Fiona's next foal when that happens.

[@sashaa678]

4 minutes ago!!! ❤️

[@aidanbecker5101]

wow!! i’m so early lol

[@lynnemorris7516]

You did so well, but I must be honest it was your dad who did it, whisper the sweet nothings how could you go wrong. Just make sure you take him with you to the Olympics.

[@rhiannanroddy216]

I'm so early ahahah 🇮🇪

[@alisonwilks302]

HOLLY !!! I have a video idea - which I think will be the best watched video in the horse world ever !!! How to sit / cope with a nappy / silly /bucking / bolting young horse . I know how to ride but I have never had to deal with youngsters - help me - I am only hacking - I have no arena xxxxxxxxxxxxx

[@akibally6324]

very nice riding you nice

[@lauryncully962]

Early

[@NoThankUBeQuiet]

Khal seems like a little Cadillac

[@katiewebbsj]

Earlyy !!

[@jag01730]

Dali would make the fanciest Hunter.

[@veritasreigns]

Dali is gorgeous. The flash noseband seems to be interfering with him, though.

How about a little x- country with the boys and your Dad can ride Fiona? Welbeck update

[@HollyLenahanSJ]

Fiona is in foal so Dad isn’t ride her and Welbeck is in foal too :)