Read what the press are saying about the Jive Pony display team

Press Coverage

Jive Pony's thrilling performances which showcase stunt riding and fast paced gymnastics on horse-back are always guaranteed to leave audiences across the UK speechless at the skill on display. These action packed shows often catch the eye of the media too.

Here are just some of the newspaper reviews and features that Jive Pony have received as the girls continue to entertain appreciative crowds with their unique style of gymnastic skills, dance and balance on horseback, humour and above all, beautifully controlled horsemanship.

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Jive Talking

Jive Pony was one of the star attractions at this year's Suffolk Show. Angela Stagg went along to meet Rebecca Townsend, the originator of Jive Pony and a world class vaulter.

Editorial and pictorial press coverage featuring an interview with Rebecca Townsend in their bi-annual Equestrian supplement with a double page spread on Jive Pony's appearance at the 2008 Suffolk Show.

"Rosie and I are great friends. We competed internationally and at world level, myself vaulting in three World Equestrian Games in teams and as individuals..."

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East Anglian Daily Times News Article [1.00MB]

15,000 visitors have a muddy good time

Communication is secret of success for the hoofers.

Editorial and pictorial press coverage featuring Jive Pony. Both Rebecca and Rosie are interviewed during the North Devon Show.

"The reaction you get from people is great, they seem to love it when they are watching. It is something we work really hard at and it's so rewarding to see people enjoying it..."

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North Devon Journal News Article [6.27MB]

Turning Heads

Dogs, Jive Pony and Claudia Schiffer all added to the magic of this year's Suffolk Show.

Pictorial press coverage featuring Rosie riding both Tinker and Ronan as they performed in front of the huge crowds that attended the Suffolk Show.

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East Anglian Daily Times News Article [4.07MB]

Something for everybody at annual event

Families were today enjoying a fantastic Suffolk Show, with many arriving early to beat the heavy traffic.

Pictorial press coverage featuring both Rebecca and Rosie riding Tinker and Ronan as they practice their routines to be performed in front of the public attending the 2008 Suffolk Show.

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Evening Star News Article [3.52MB]

Town and Country Show

Royal showground in Warwickshire.

Pictorial press coverage featuring Rebecca and Ronan performing at the Royal Showground at Stoneleigh, Warwickshire.

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The Birmingham Post News Article [1.36MB]

It's Ronan and Rebecca

Jive Pony's Rebecca Townsend grew up surrounded by more animals than people - especially animals of the equine sort.

Jive Pony receive both pictorial and editorial press coverage in advance of the Herefordshire Country Fair.

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The Hereford Times News Article [2.91MB]

T4midable Party Weekend

Front cover featuring Jive Pony and Elton John!

It's not everyday that we can say that. Three Counties Show and Weston T4 Beach Party pictorial press coverage.

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Western Daily Press News Article [3.71MB]

Rebecca runs away from the circus to start afresh

Rebecca Townsend, sparky and full of fizz, ran away to join the circus and canter round the ring, vaulting acrobatically on her horse, Ronan.

Reporter Jack Reedy interviews Rebecca. "In the circus I used to do a Swan Lake routine with Ronan as the spirit of my prince. More like Duck Lake, though, if I'm honest! But it's great to be working towards something to make people feel it's good to be alive..."

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Stratford-upon-Avon Herald News Article [3.10MB]

Rebecca's gymnastics show is more than a horse laugh!

For one Chastleton woman a bit of horseplay has turned into serious business.

"I have attended many agricultural shows and events with my six year old Highland pony, Ronan. It's a bit of light-hearted fun and looks absolutely spectacular..."

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Worcester News Article [1.28MB]