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PERFORMING and TRAINING
Performances include a wide range of horsemanship, specializing in Equestrian Acrobatics. Beauty and strength emerge from acrobatic feats on a powerful cantering draft horse. Based on a theme, traditional equine performance techniques are taken to the next level by artists pushing their theatrical sides to the creative edge. Big Horse Productions' innovative styles range from their raw, dynamic equestrian skills to breathtaking elements including dance, fire and aerial arts. BHP has a solid foundation, with a lifetime background in competitive and performance vaulting. They have reinvented these equestrian arts by adding the elements of theater and performance into an already impressive show of equine stunts. They have taken what they know and combined it to create their one-of-a-kind acts. You won't see it anywhere else!
**Photo (Left and Right) : Matthew J. Martens, M & A Photography**
*Photo (Center) : Forrest Bliss Photography*
Our 18+ hand draft horses provide a solid foundation for Roman riding. With thundering hooves below, performers build with balance above, defying gravity in every stride. As riders take flight in perfect synchronicity with their horses, they display a powerful expression of freedom. BHP has created a new twist in the equestrian world by successfully taking our acrobatic skills and put them atop teams of stunning horses. One of Big Horse Productions' signature Roman Riding moves is a two man high (one person standing on another's shoulders) at a free canter in an open arena! This is definitely a rare sight and is one of the factors that sets them apart from the rest. Big Horse Productions is also proud to announce their newest accomplishment: An 8 horse ROMAN RIDING act! 2008 will be the best year yet!
**For your next event, choose from some of our more memorable acts below. These serve as an example, as we have many more themes and styles to select. We are also happy to customize new acts to fit your specific event needs or theme. Remember: we can perform in or outside of a ring, indoors or outdoors, and in most types of lighting and effects.. Contact Us for more information**
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"8 Up...Horsepower!" Let us entertain you with our newest twist in Roman Riding. Erik Martonovich has taken 8 (count 'em...8!) of his 18+ hand Belgians and made them into a Roman Riding Team. Unlike most draft hitches, however, Erik's not sitting down! He's standing on the wheel team, steering his one-ton friends on his own! If that's not enough, BHP has put an innovative spin on this performance by adding their flare and acrobatics as the horses thunder by, filling the act with choreography and style. You won't see this anywhere else! Click HERE to see a video of this performance.
*Photo: Primo Ponies Photography* |
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"Black & Gold" BHP will take you away to a dream world where Roman Riding and Aerial Artistry come together. Magnificent horses gallop as Monnya Silver displays a mesmerizing dance above, in her aerial silks. Dramatic Music and exotic costumes link the earth to sky as performers connect in a most unforgettable way. This is truly a magical performance. Click HERE to see a video of this performance. *Photo: Daniel K Photography* |
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“A Touch of Spain” An awesome display of Ultimate Balance on a cantering horse! Our Equestrian Acrobats are accented by authentic costumes and Spanish style and flair. Watch us combine our strength, balance, grace, harmony and teamwork into one awe-inspiring performance. The most graceful of all in our acrobatic performance, however,is our amazing horse, Comet. The power and strength of his stride in perfect cadence with our movement is a true display of perfect harmony. This is one you don't want to miss! Click HERE to see a video of this performance. **Photo: M&A Photography** |
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“American Rock” Choose your favorite American-themed music for this fast paced Roman riding piece. We have entertained thousands with various choices, from western to classic rock. Whatever your pleasure, this act is one of a kind. These equestrian stunts defy gravity and take flight with three colors: red, white and blue! *Photo: Jason Kaylor* |
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..AND MANY MORE!
Other services offered upon request include: Dressage, Drills, Trick Riding, Acrobatics and Stunts.
We offer many diverse arts mixed with our love for horses. A lifetime of work and experience has led us here.
-CLASSES-
**Photo: Lee Thomas**
~WEEKLY CLASSES IN LAS VEGAS!~
*Classes are Wednesdays and Sundays, 7pm in NW Las Vegas. Contact Us for directions!*
Join us In Las Vegas for Vaulting/Equine Acrobatics Classes! :
Classes are drop-in. In this class you will learn skills including:
- Basic techniques that will improve overall riding skills.
- Vaulting and balance techniques taught by professionals in a safe enviornment on experienced horses. It's loads of fun!
- Roman Riding on 2 horses for the people that are interested.
- Stretching, Conditioning, and Performance...and MORE!!!
All ages are welcome! No expererience is necessary. This is a fantastic way to get you or your children or yourself out of the crazy city and onto a horse. Take advantage!!!
Please email Alethea @ alethea.shelton@yahoo.com for more information.
$25/class...family/sibling discounts available! ($20/class if doing both classes)
~CIRCUS/VAULTING CAMPS!!!~
Big Horse Productions, Sandou Prductions, and Flip for Me Acro School is offering a Equine acrobatic and circus Camps in Las Vegas. In this camp, you will learn:
- Vaulting, Roman Riding, and Equestrian Performance art on our 8 Belgians.
- Aerial Arts, Circus Skills, Tumbling, etc...taught by the professionals over at Sandou Productions and Flip for Me Acro School.
- Stretching, Conditioning, and Performance...and MORE!!!
This is sure to be a blast for anyoe involved!!! We are limited to 10 participants so please contact us for more information, as well as a schedule...
If interested, please express by email and we will release the dates as soon as we can!
Contact Us for more information!!! All camps are limited to 10 participants so early registration is encouraged.
~ONGOING CLINICS AND WORKSHOPS NATIONWIDE~
"Ultimate Balance" Series
Ultimate Balance for Riders Clinic:
This workshop is designed for riders of all levels looking for ways to find the balance, harmony, and synchronicity between you and your horse. Through basic Vaulting Skills, participants will:
- Learn basic techniques that will improve overall riding skills.
- Have the opportunity to overcome the common fears associated with riding.
- Be given tools to develop a more harmonious way to approach everyday riding.
- Learn methods of falling from their horse as well as how to avoid it.
- Find ways of being "light" on their horse.
- Develop a synchronicity with their equestrian friend that common riding skills rarely touch upon.
This clinic is not designed to teach the actual sport of vaulting, rather it is for any equestrian wishing to develop more harmony with their horse!
No maximum number of participants required; Designed for large or small groups.
Location: World-wide. (Horses can be provided in the US.)
Contact Us for more information.
Introduction to Equestrian Acrobatics:
This workshop is designed for people of all ages who have had no or limited exposure to the sport of vaulting.
Participants will improve in:
- Basic acrobatic techniques
- Balance
- Their ability to “fall safely” off of horses
- Facing fears
- Team building
- Confidence with horses
- Posture and presence on horseback
GUARANTEED to have a BLAST!
Maximum number per group: 15 (if interactive), No maximum number if educational Presentation
Length of workshop: Half day and full day available (if interactive), educational
Presentations maximum one hour
Location: Worldwide (if in the United States, horses can be provided)
Check Events to see when we are in your area.
Contact Us for further information.
Advanced Vaulting Techniques:
This clinic is designed for people with prior vaulting experience who are interested in unleashing their creative expression.
Participants Will:
- Take their vaulting to a higher level
- Learn how to work with an audience
- Become more fluid in their freestyle
- Express their music
- Learn the importance of choosing music to match their expressive statement
- Gain stage presence
- Have FUN!
**Participants need to provide personal music and a basic freestyle routine**
**We can accept freestyle for individual, doubles and teams**
Maximum number per group: 10
Length of workshop: Half day and full day available
Location: Worldwide (if in United States, horses can be provided)
Check our Events to see when we are in your area.
Contact Us for further information.
Training the Vaulting/Roman Riding Horse:
This workshop is designed for those who own a horse or are looking to buy one to be used for vaulting and/or any other sort of equestrian acrobatics.
Participants will learn how to:
- Evaluate potential vaulting horses.
- Start beginning horse.
- Build endurance on your horse so they can maintain a solid canter.
- Introduce vaulters to a green/intermediate horse and increase the horse's tolerance for movement on their backs.
- Maintain the important consistent work outside of the longe line/circle.
- Find their horse's unique traits and needs and develop an individualized program.
No maximum number of participants
Length of workshop: Half day and full days available, or one hour for educational Presentation
Location: Worldwide (if in United States, horses can be provided)
Contact Us for more information.
Conditioning Riders: Getting fit for Equestrians!
This class is created for any equestrian wanting to get in shape! It's not always easy to stay fit as a rider and at BHP, we know how rewarding it is to work hard and see results.
Participants will:
- Learn exercises to benefit their body and health (with and without their horse).
- Work on developing a personalized program, step by step.
- Learn the benefit of staying in shape as an equestrian, performer, or human!
- Learn the value of consistency, setting high goals, with small steps.
- Set goals and start to achieve!
No maximum number of participants.
Length of class: Half day and full days available; Maximum one hour for educational presentation.
Location: United States
Contact Us for more information.