So a recent article I was writing with regards to the identification of a horse led me to linking to a page on Lipizzaner’s with regards the breed being specifically known for their grey or white stallions. These gorgeous animals are on display at the Spanish Riding School of Vienna which for over 430 years has practiced classical equitation in the ‘Renaissance tradition of the haute école’.
The way the horse naturally moves is studied and the objective of classical equitation as well as the cultivation of the highest possible levels of haute école elegance that the horse is capable of.
For a rider, working and performing at such a school may be the perfect aspiration. There are pre-requisites or requirements when it comes to qualifying for such a position. Those who are successful are invited to an interview and possibly asked to give a riding demonstration.
Requirements for an eleve or cadet:
– Minimum age: 17 years
– Nationality of an EU member state
– Athletic and creative abilities
– Body height should not exceed 170cm
– In relation to the upper body, the legs should appear long
– A slim physique is required
– Fluent German and a good command of English
– A strong affinity to horses and basic riding skills
The successful eleve will then undertake a four year training program. To become a rider the training can cover a 10 year duration. In 2008 the first female cadets were taken in, breaking the all male tradition.
Indeed, qualifying as a cadet sounds like a lot of work but so very much worth it! For the avid horse rider, perhaps such a position is worth looking into.
“A horse is an animal not a machine and is only as good as it’s rider.”
tag: cadetship, horseriding, Vienna, Spanish Riding School
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