Apollo likes to invent his own games. He jumped 1.05m with ease, it's been a couple of years since he did any free jumping. Video taken 25th April 2019
I was saying "shame" to all the negativity. You have a lovely horse and I don't think you shared this looking for training tips. Thank you for sharing you beautiful horse.
Beautiful horse! I can say some people don't understand horses and there trainers and everyone has there own opinion but the owners are not trying to scare the horse but simply trying to let him figure out the course of jumping on his own. Training a horse does take time. You can see he is starting to understand things with a little encouragement! Great job!
He’s saying “Dad save me”. He keeps looking for reassurance outside the ring bless him. Can see why you love his big personality. He’s such a noble beast.
Tara, I just want to give you some serious praise for making sure your boys have lots of active mental stimulation. Under saddle, for sure, but especially when they're free from any tack restraints and choose to interact with you. So often we see the heartbreak of horses living a tied down and repetitive existence. With Apollo and Farouk , over the time of your videos , we can see their characters , intelligence and personalities emerging and blooming . And their love and trust in you. It's as it should be.
Lol, 5:02 cracked me up. "Wait, this is new. Should I jump it? Naw, I'll stop. Oh wait. Mom wants me to go over it." just barely steps over "On second thought, nope!" XD
Apollo is so majestic, and his movements are just beautiful! I love the way you talk to him so reassuringly... he really understands you! It is such a pleasure to see you both working together in such harmony!
That’s a lot of jumping for a Friesian horse. He wants to show off so eagerly even if he is breathing so heavily. What a great horse you have Tara! You both are very blessed to have each other! 💙🐴
Watching this more than 2 years later and enjoying it! Apollo is mesmerising. Your partnership with him is beautiful. Loved when he stopped to check out 'dad's' opinion..'how am I doing?'.
Tara I Loved hearing apollo's daddy' giggle the Camara man very cute lol 💞😁 When he wanted to play... such a good boy he loves his mummy, he wants to please His daddy an mum so much" A joy to watch.. Thank you for sharing this video
That was FUN TO Watch, this is a nice arena. And he tackled those jumps beatifully. That rain was making me shiver LOL. No rain here in California fora LONG Time. Apollo listens well to commands while he runs that course. Love to see more
Tara, the bond between you and Apollo is amazing and even when he's being a bit of a wildie he moves with so much beauty. This was such a beautiful vid, thank you xx
Good workout for both of you 😄 For not jumping like that in quite a while, he did an excellent job. What an intelligent animal. And those poses he strikes--simply gorgeous.
Again 💘 love Apollo. He's a sweet gentleman. And he wants to do good so bad. I watched these backwards, with you riding him his legs matched up beautifully. I think it is harder without a rider to push and give him tempo. Bravo Tara. 🐎
Wow he’s stunning and was loving having a pop and for a fresian he was more than capable and was even over jumping, but then he was the perfect weight, muscular and was a great fitness level. It was so obvious that he was loving his job cos his ears were forward the whole time except when he was listening to you. He seems a very playful pony and it’s so good for them to play games in-between schooling, I think that must be why you have such a good bond xxx
I love hearing Rens chuckling with Pride. Very sweet. And 👑Apollo coming over and asking "did ya see me?" Haha, love this video. Tfs Tara + Rens 🐎 What a clever lad ❤👑❤
Apollo is absolutely stunning! You can truly see the connection you all have! Thanks for sharing! Give Apollo a big hug from a Virginia, USA horse lover, please!
Good workout for you both ! Apollo is amazing, to follow your instructions so well when he's not on his home turf. Like how he went over to Rens, " think l 'll stop here for a break !"
I’ve just spent a lovely few days with my aunty in headingley. Had my first ever side saddle lesson at acrecliffe and the instructor said I did really well being my first time. I even got a “well done” rosette
Frisians have the most beautiful gait. I an in love with them… It takes a lot of trust from the horse to go free jumping. The won’t do it if they don’t want to.
Oh how cool! Now you and Steve can run and Rens can ride! lol I was beyond thrilled watching this. I can only get mine to come back to me and or follow. Jumping, We may have to include that in our training! Good job, Tara. Oh, and to Apollo, too. How majestic he is. A pure joy to watch. Hugs
Oh, lovely to see this video of our majestic steed! He is truly magnificent and with each experience he becomes more confident and self assured!🙏🐎🐴👍👍👍♥️🇺🇸
OMG, I love Apollo, the first higher hurdle he tuck it looked like he just wanted to step over it and got stuck. It did not quite work. But after that he caught on and jumps happily now. He even followed you to the treats Tara. Apollo is so sweet. How lucky were you Tara to get Apollo. He is such a beautiful King of a Horse, and he clearly is attached to you. It’s happiness just to watch him !! 💖
He is such a good learner and mostly so willing! You do such a good job with him! Xo PS Re-watching the video on TV instead of phone. Apollo seems to be united after his jumps. And once treats started coming he seems to jump more willingly. A great video, fun to watch. And what a team effort!!! Xo
Not bad for a breed that can't jump apparently! You should have put the treat bucket just after the fence. 😁 Love the look he gave dad near the start. Looked like he was asking to be saved from mum who was gone a bit nutty 😂
@@miamason8024 I’ve heard “they can’t jump” about lots of breeds, especially Arabs, I just think it’s weird lol. It’s probably more a rider issue that gets perpetuated so much people end up thinking the breed is the issue. Some breeds probably shouldn’t be jumped, because of welfare/biomechanical issues that would cause, but in a lot of cases “it can’t jump because it’s a...” is unfounded.
I love him , I love him , I LOVE him ! He reminds me of my eldest son, Andy ! What a character What a bright boy and a scamp ! Lol ... looks like he's stopping at the snack shop for a popcorn in between jumps … :-D My heart goes out to beautiful Apollo . And his wonderful Mom and Dad.
The thing that people don’t understand is he’s this horse looked slightly confused at the start but the horse obviously has a special bond with everyone in the ring and knows it will be safe as she said in the description he hasn’t free jumped in around 2 years therefore will be a bit sticky but this horse is a very intelligent stallion and soon found his feet! I’m in love with Apollo and he’s such a gorgeous well mannered horse I admire the obvious hard work you have put into this horse who only has brilliant things to come in the future keep going!
Tara you were doing such a great job with my good boy Apollo. Apollo responds more to your voice than the trainer. Once he figured out what you wanted from him he soared. I laughed continuously, while he was playing his own game.
Oh simply GORGEOUS that boy of yours!!! He is truly magnificent. Loved watching this. Thanks Tara. Apollo is just a dream horse. Such a kind manner. Love that he went to hubby during ‘get me out, get me out’ 😆 and I liked seeing him be a little bit naughty for a change. It’s usually Farouk in the naughty corner 🤣
you have two (or maybe more, just know about the arabian and the frisian) amazing looking horses - and very different in their looks, and probably in their character. You can see how much trust Apollo has in you, lovely to watch.
Oh, he looks so upset and confused when he missed the first double jump. Bless his great big heart! But when he makes it, he looks pretty good. 💜 And then, "DAD did I do it right?" He worked so hard. 💜💜
Oh Apollo, bless your huge heart! Trying so hard to please mum and dad.💕 Tara, I see what you mean about his inventing his own games but he seemed to be starting to enjoy the "real" game perhaps just a bit (?) toward the end.😏 You are so handsome Apollo.🐴💖
You guys thought you were training him, he was playing with you. 😂 He’s so freaking smart. I laughed so hard my dog looked up from her nap to see if I was breathing.
I was saying "shame" to all the negativity. You have a lovely horse and I don't think you shared this looking for training tips. Thank you for sharing you beautiful horse.
many thanks Catherine Ferrari 🥰
Beautiful horse! I can say some people don't understand horses and there trainers and everyone has there own opinion but the owners are not trying to scare the horse but simply trying to let him figure out the course of jumping on his own. Training a horse does take time. You can see he is starting to understand things with a little encouragement! Great job!
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He’s saying “Dad save me”. He keeps looking for reassurance outside the ring bless him. Can see why you love his big personality. He’s such a noble beast.
He really loves Rens!
bless his heart, he tries so hard to be a good boy. 😊
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Such a lovely lad. Once he got the idea of what was required he was so eager to please. He is beautiful.
Tara, I just want to give you some serious praise for making sure your boys have lots of active mental stimulation. Under saddle, for sure, but especially when they're free from any tack restraints and choose to interact with you. So often we see the heartbreak of horses living a tied down and repetitive existence. With Apollo and Farouk , over the time of your videos , we can see their characters , intelligence and personalities emerging and blooming . And their love and trust in you. It's as it should be.
many thanks Jody 🥰
Lol, 5:02 cracked me up.
"Wait, this is new. Should I jump it? Naw, I'll stop. Oh wait. Mom wants me to go over it." just barely steps over "On second thought, nope!" XD
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That’s such a Friesian-y thing to do. 😂
@@alexismuermann9603 Alexis, that is so true. They are intelligent, calm, obedient, But - sometimes would just rather Not!
@Brooke Eckstein Brooke, all that beauty makes it somewhat hard to believe. . But they do have spirit!;
Next morning. ..
Had to have more of Apollo!
He is such a willing boy- and beautiful . Lisa in L A 🌏🇦🇺🐨
😊. ☮️💞🐎🐎. 😷
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His trot is beautiful, beautiful those knees so high. 😍😍
Every Frisian Horse.
That's one of the reasons why I love frisian horses so much 😍😍
Waldo chasing a horse for 14 minutes
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And 57 seconds🤣
Omg 😂😂😂
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Apollo is so majestic, and his movements are just beautiful! I love the way you talk to him so reassuringly... he really understands you! It is such a pleasure to see you both working together in such harmony!
Thank you so much!
That’s a lot of jumping for a Friesian horse. He wants to show off so eagerly even if he is breathing so heavily. What a great horse you have Tara! You both are very blessed to have each other! 💙🐴
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He looked like he wanted to play a game of chase ;-;
It was so sweet! ^-^
Watching this more than 2 years later and enjoying it! Apollo is mesmerising. Your partnership with him is beautiful. Loved when he stopped to check out 'dad's' opinion..'how am I doing?'.
omg anyone else mesmerised by his jumps
Dad get me out of here!!!!
What a lovely boy! Hard headed but obedient after so much loving encouragement ❤
Tara I Loved hearing apollo's daddy' giggle the Camara man very cute lol 💞😁
When he wanted to play...
such a good boy he loves his mummy,
he wants to please
His daddy an mum so much"
A joy to watch..
Thank you for sharing this video
That was FUN TO Watch, this is a nice arena. And he tackled those jumps beatifully. That rain was making me shiver LOL. No rain here in California fora LONG Time. Apollo listens well to commands while he runs that course. Love to see more
Tara, the bond between you and Apollo is amazing and even when he's being a bit of a wildie he moves with so much beauty. This was such a beautiful vid, thank you xx
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Nickey Walker thats pretty chill for a friesian
Good workout for both of you 😄 For not jumping like that in quite a while, he did an excellent job. What an intelligent animal. And those poses he strikes--simply gorgeous.
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Love love LOVE all the praise in this video😍
This horse is poetry in motion - 💕
That was beautiful. He wanted to play first, so cute 😍❤️
I just love this horse and inner action with you....lol he wants his daddy after a while :-)
He looked so embarrassed when he flubbed the jump. Did you see his lips moving afterward. That's how horses say "Sorry".😊
lol😊
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Do you actually have proof of that or nah
@@stanlytherobot4933 that is actually true. It's a horse "apology" or it's a sign they are processing information.
Which part ?
It was endearing that he stopped to stand with Dad.. "What the heck Dad? Apollo was saying! lol
Again 💘 love Apollo. He's a sweet gentleman. And he wants to do good so bad. I watched these backwards, with you riding him his legs matched up beautifully. I think it is harder without a rider to push and give him tempo. Bravo Tara. 🐎
He's so smart! Once he understands what you want. So graceful..Thanks for sharing!
What a confidence builder! Apollo is looking magnificent. Job well done Tara! Hope that you all had heaps of fun x
yes we all did 👍😊
I love the fact he is loose jumping! And when he stopped in front of his dad 🥰
Bless him, he is having laugh! He looks very lush and fit. That is my favorite breed of horse hands down.
Wow he’s stunning and was loving having a pop and for a fresian he was more than capable and was even over jumping, but then he was the perfect weight, muscular and was a great fitness level. It was so obvious that he was loving his job cos his ears were forward the whole time except when he was listening to you. He seems a very playful pony and it’s so good for them to play games in-between schooling, I think that must be why you have such a good bond xxx
many thanks Steph. He does love jumping and playing, he is very playful 🥰
I love hearing Rens chuckling with Pride. Very sweet.
And 👑Apollo coming over and asking "did ya see me?" Haha, love this video. Tfs Tara + Rens 🐎
What a clever lad ❤👑❤
Apollo is absolutely stunning! You can truly see the connection you all have! Thanks for sharing! Give Apollo a big hug from a Virginia, USA horse lover, please!
yes will do 🥰
Well done Tara for keeping up. Apollo was wonderful to. X
Good workout for you both !
Apollo is amazing, to follow your instructions so well when he's not on his home turf. Like how he went over to Rens, " think l 'll stop here for a break !"
It was like he was looking for backup against the "2 mad women chasing me with sticks and the best you can do is just stand there!"😃
He has a nice jump and he seems to enjoy it.
Oh love him. He was trying so hard! What a gentle and biddable boy he is, even though he's enormous.
Loved every minute of this, proves he’s only human with a big heart!
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That is one exquisite boy! And look at YOU! I've said it before, you're living my dream life!
I think Apollo was having fun. But I think you got as much excerise. Thanks for sharing.
more exercise than I bargained for lol 🥵
@@Tara101 The new Running Woman! ;-)
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If you mean stressed out and anxious by having fun.
I’ve just spent a lovely few days with my aunty in headingley. Had my first ever side saddle lesson at acrecliffe and the instructor said I did really well being my first time. I even got a “well done” rosette
great to hear, I would like to have a go with a side-saddle on Apollo 🥰
Tara you’ll have to break Apollo to side saddle as it’s very different to riding astride and also very different feeling to the horse.
That cheeky devil❣️😘
He's smart, he knows how to get out of work LOL
I don’t think she posted this for training tips.... Love Apollo! He’s so majestic and beautiful! Such a beautiful way of moving!
Wow he’s a quick learner very good awwww he’s adorable I think he enjoyed that in the end he’s a beauty.🥕🥕🥕🥕🥕🥕🥕🥕🥕🥕🥕
Yes, thank you
Tara, he is so amazing and so are you❤️
His game, let's see how much I can make Tara run! LOL, he is so gorgeous and moves so beautifully and smooth.
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@@Tara101 you sure got your exercise 😂
Frisians have the most beautiful gait. I an in love with them…
It takes a lot of trust from the horse to go free jumping. The won’t do it if they don’t want to.
Looks, like Apollo thought, you all should do a little running as well 😄
He looked very pleased with himself in the end, though.
he likes jumping 😊
Oh how cool! Now you and Steve can run and Rens can ride! lol
I was beyond thrilled watching this. I can only get mine to come back to me and or follow. Jumping, We may have to include that in our training! Good job, Tara. Oh, and to Apollo, too. How majestic he is. A pure joy to watch.
Hugs
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Apollo is sure having fun with everyone🐴
What a sweetheart he is! He certainly tries to please. Beautiful!
Oh, lovely to see this video of our majestic steed! He is truly magnificent and with each experience he becomes more confident and self assured!🙏🐎🐴👍👍👍♥️🇺🇸
We agree! 😊
I absolutely love Apollo, I would LOVE to have a horse like him xxx
He like mother this so much fun the bond you both have amazing xx
OMG, I love Apollo, the first higher hurdle he tuck it looked like he just wanted to step over it and got stuck. It did not quite work. But after that he caught on and jumps happily now. He even followed you to the treats Tara.
Apollo is so sweet. How lucky were you Tara to get Apollo. He is such a beautiful King of a Horse, and he clearly is attached to you. It’s happiness just to watch him !! 💖
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He really has the mind to be a great jumping horse!
I love your channel so much Tara!! I'm so lucky what I can learn from your videos 😢❤ Apollo is strong and big boy
He is such a good learner and mostly so willing! You do such a good job with him!
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PS Re-watching the video on TV instead of phone. Apollo seems to be united after his jumps.
And once treats started coming he seems to jump more willingly.
A great video, fun to watch. And what a team effort!!!
Xo
So beautiful to watch him move naturally, he has lovely confirmation and your connection with him is a joy to see! :)
If I could own a horse it would be a Friesian. They are magnificent horses!
He's got such a lovely temperament, what a trier!
Apollo so beautiful he's got a personality all his own and it's a cute one I just love it
Apollo is such a good, clever boy. :D
I love how responsive he is. And also a bit naughty when he thinks he can get away with it.
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I really enjoyed watching this. Apollo is such a good lad.
He is just the best. I adore him.
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Not bad for a breed that can't jump apparently! You should have put the treat bucket just after the fence. 😁 Love the look he gave dad near the start. Looked like he was asking to be saved from mum who was gone a bit nutty 😂
Jess M yes, they can jump!
@@miamason8024 I’ve heard “they can’t jump” about lots of breeds, especially Arabs, I just think it’s weird lol. It’s probably more a rider issue that gets perpetuated so much people end up thinking the breed is the issue. Some breeds probably shouldn’t be jumped, because of welfare/biomechanical issues that would cause, but in a lot of cases “it can’t jump because it’s a...” is unfounded.
ShintogaDeathAngel I think it might depend on how the horse is built
Now I've seen it! At about 7:30, steam rising from Apollo's neck. He is so lovely to watch. Working hard for you and having fun.
Good boy. He's so beautiful
He is wonderful. What a horse!!
I love him , I love him , I LOVE him ! He reminds me of my eldest son, Andy ! What a character What a bright boy and a scamp ! Lol ... looks like he's stopping at the snack shop for a popcorn in between jumps … :-D My heart goes out to beautiful Apollo . And his wonderful Mom and Dad.
🥰💜🦋❤️
The thing that people don’t understand is he’s this horse looked slightly confused at the start but the horse obviously has a special bond with everyone in the ring and knows it will be safe as she said in the description he hasn’t free jumped in around 2 years therefore will be a bit sticky but this horse is a very intelligent stallion and soon found his feet! I’m in love with Apollo and he’s such a gorgeous well mannered horse I admire the obvious hard work you have put into this horse who only has brilliant things to come in the future keep going!
that's so nice of you, thanks very much 💜❤️💚💙
Good boy Apollo. What a delightful thing he is. ❤️
Tara you were doing such a great job with my good boy Apollo. Apollo responds more to your voice than the trainer. Once he figured out what you wanted from him he soared. I laughed continuously, while he was playing his own game.
What a beautiful horse Apollo is!
Beautiful beautiful horse, always have loved Friesians
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Oh simply GORGEOUS that boy of yours!!! He is truly magnificent. Loved watching this. Thanks Tara. Apollo is just a dream horse. Such a kind manner. Love that he went to hubby during ‘get me out, get me out’ 😆 and I liked seeing him be a little bit naughty for a change. It’s usually Farouk in the naughty corner 🤣
Wow what a well behaved horse and always tries his best !
he loves do different things and makes up his own games 🥰
I really want Rick to see this.. such a lovely bond you 2 have
Beautiful horse,and the lady is so funny, chasing the horse and saying good boy 😀
That was fun to watch! Apollo made it look so easy. That was quite a workout for you too! 😊 well done!
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How old was Apollo ? Look at him, he is so gentle and mature.
Definitely a good looking boy.
Such a beautiful horse 🐴 🐎
you have two (or maybe more, just know about the arabian and the frisian) amazing looking horses - and very different in their looks, and probably in their character. You can see how much trust Apollo has in you, lovely to watch.
thank you Billie, yes they are very different, but both breeds are very people oriented 🥰
Beautiful boy! He's very handsome and so smart! ❤
Mega good boy
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What a beauty. I just love that lovely, springy trot.
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More and more I love Apollo
Apollo, What a guy!
Now I see why Apollo is laughing at kiddie jumps in your may 2021 jumping videos , he has some experience I had not seen . I envy you guys .
I think I will tip toe over this one!
Oh, he looks so upset and confused when he missed the first double jump. Bless his great big heart! But when he makes it, he looks pretty good. 💜 And then, "DAD did I do it right?" He worked so hard. 💜💜
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Oh Apollo, bless your huge heart! Trying so hard to please mum and dad.💕 Tara, I see what you mean about his inventing his own games but he seemed to be starting to enjoy the "real" game perhaps just a bit (?) toward the end.😏 You are so handsome Apollo.🐴💖
What a beautiful horse!
You guys thought you were training him, he was playing with you. 😂 He’s so freaking smart. I laughed so hard my dog looked up from her nap to see if I was breathing.
Bravo Apollo 👏👏👏
Beautiful Boy!
Apollo is so beautiful 😍
Beautiful horse!!!
Really enjoyed this video Tara. Nice to see you and Apollo playing together :).
it wasn't quite the game I had planned at the beginning lol😂
@@Tara101 haha. I adore Apollo's personality.
Great job Tara. Your doing so good with your horse. I enjoy your video’s !
many thanks😊
Cheerio and keep on spoiling that gorgeous horse wich we don’t know the name,best of lucks and bye bye!
Apollo 😊