Transforming Lives One Trot at a Time: Memphis Students Showcase Equestrian Skills at GiddyUp Spectacular 3.0

Experience the thrill of equestrian excellence at the GiddyUp Spectacular 3.0! Hosted at the Southern Blues Equestrian Center, 1707 Quinn Rd. in Collierville, TN, this event on Saturday, November 9, 2024, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM, highlights the achievements of the SchoolSeed Foundation’s Bridge Up Giddy Up program. It is the only initiative in Memphis that introduces inner-city students to the equestrian world, providing extensive hands-on equestrian training, character-building activities, and life skills development.

These young riders will demonstrate their newly honed skills alongside dynamic artistic collaborations featuring Ekpe & the African Jazz Ensemble, Playback Memphis actors, and LYE Academy dancers. The program has seen participants show significant improvements in school attendance and behavior through regular riding lessons and comprehensive horsemanship education.

The Bridge Up Giddy Up program is a pioneering initiative by the SchoolSeed Foundation, uniquely designed to introduce inner-city students in Memphis to the equestrian world. This distinctive program provides students with extensive hands-on equestrian training, character-building activities, and life skills development, all conducted at the Southern Blues Equestrian Center in Collierville.

Participants engage in regular riding lessons, care and maintenance education for horses, and learn about various aspects of horsemanship. This exposure not only fosters a new set of skills but also instills confidence, discipline, and a sense of responsibility. The outcomes for the students have been profoundly positive, showing marked improvements in school attendance, behavior, and overall engagement. The GiddyUp Spectacular serves as a platform for these young riders to demonstrate their achievements and the profound impact the program has had on their lives.

Join us to support these incredible young riders and enjoy an unforgettable day of music, theater, and horse riding! Tickets are available for $40 plus a small fee, offering covered seating for comfort in any weather. This is a perfect family-friendly event that celebrates community, resilience, and the transformative power of supportive programs like Bridge Up Giddy Up.

For more details and to purchase your tickets, please visit the event page at https://ticketbud.com/events/29ddcf14-8003-11ef-9b4d-42010a717038