Performance Profiling

Performance Testing for you and your horse

Have you ever wondered how well you and your horse are performing in your chosen equine discipline. Do you wish you could have the answers to the following questions?

What effect do you as a rider have on your horse’s stride characteristics?
Is your horse symmetrical and is it altered when you ride?
Is your horse moving correctly in all gaits for your discipline?
What is the most suitable music for your horse’s gaits?
Have your horse’s gait characteristics changed during training?
Are you training as you have been instructed to do?
Am I really lengthening my stride?
Is your rehabilitation training programme helping your horse to recuperate after injury?

By having a Pegasus Performance Test you will have answers to the above, but also the following;

Identify early loss in performance.
Improve rider/ horse performance by monitoring training.
You can ascertain your horse’s potential for a specific equine discipline.
Understand how you are affecting your horse’s limb movement.
Carry out a pre-purchase performance check.
Monitor the progress of your horse after injury, is it back to its previous performance.

Having a test is easy, we come to your yard or school. Our qualified equine professionals will give you a complete report on the day covering your analysis along with expert advice regarding what to do next.

How do I book?

To book a Performance Test for you and your horse please click here.

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Some Frequently Asked Questions that people have asked before booking are shown below. If you have a question that is not covered please email Performancetest@etb.co.uk where we will get back to you with an answer.

Q. I have had a gait analysis test done before and it took ages to set up?
A. To set up the Pegasus Performance Test takes no longer than tacking up your horse.

Q. What is the point of only having a couple of strides tested?
A. Pegasus Performance Test uses the latest technology, so that EVERY stride is measured.

Q. What equine disciplines do you carry out performance tests for?
A. We cover all equine disciplines.

Q. How do I pay?
A. There are numerous ways to pay, cheque on the day, cash, or Paypal. If you want regular performance tests we can set up an account.

Q. Does the test have to be conducted on a hard surface?
A. No, with our technology you can have a performance test in your arena, ménage, up a gallop or even cross country. Distance is not a problem.

Q. Will my report just give me figures that I don’t understand?
A. The report has information that you will be able to understand and relate to. Our Equine Professionals will take you through the report and develop a future work program for you to discuss with your trainer or vet.

Q. How long does a performance test take?
A. A test approximately takes 45 minutes from arrival to depatrure, this includes around 20 minutes riding and discussions with you about your results.

Q. Can I have more than one test?
A. Yes, you can book in advance for regular monitoring over time, it gets more cost effective that way.

Q. I would like to carry out another test straight away after my first test, can this be done?
A. Yes, just let us know when you book and we will give you the price.

Q. I do endurance riding, if it is raining can you still carry out the test?
A. We can perform a test in any weather, if you can ride, we can test.

Q. How much does it cost?
A. Please see our web site for current prices.

Q. I am part of a school, can you come and test all of our horses?
A. Yes, just tell us how many horses and we will be able to give you a price. This is the most cost effective way of doing tests, it makes it cheaper for each person.