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85Bending Around the Inside Leg
Applying the leg in dressage can cue many things ranging from asking the horse to lengthen the stride, collect or move off the leg. Moving off the inside leg is pivotal for lateral flexion, or bending the...
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84British equestrian dressage team for the 2012 Olympics
Team GB includes some of the best dressage riders in the world and are widely tipped to take a string of gold medals at the 2012 Olympics in London. The dressage team riders are Carl Hester, Laura Bechtolsheimer, Charlotte Dujardin and Emile Faurie.
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80How to treat your horse
I find that treats are an enjoyable way to socialize a horse to have a reliable character and willing attitude in his performances. Offering treats to horses may be the surprise answer to creating a magical...
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80‘Pet Him,’ Properly Releasing with the Inside Rein
What happens when you ride your horse and give with the inside rein? Next time you ride, try it out. At any gait, establish contact and softness and then reach your inside hand forward towards his ears to release pressure. Does your horse’s head...
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81How can I sell my horse in this economy?
The economy stinks. But if you're realistic about your expectations and do your research, you can still get top dollar for your horse, even in this economy!
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80Quiet Hands
We soften, half halt, support with, play the reins. What is all this and how do we create an even steady feel in riding dressage? Here is an article that touches on these techniques.
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80Western to Dressage
With no contact on the reins (and no training in the western 'headset') Diago carries his head in an upright position and with little impulsion, moves on short, slow trot steps. With an appropriate amount of...
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80Bend in the Half Pass
When learning to ride the half pass, think of it as haunches-in on a diagonal. The horse points his forehead at the end letter on the diagonal and bends his whole body around your inside leg. Ride 10 meter circles in the corners to establish the...
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80Horse Shows: Preparation and Competition Tips
I like to think of a horse show as a stage on which a horse and rider team can display all the things they've learned, and have fun doing it. Whether you're trailering to your local horse park's Thursday morning dressage show or shipping horses...
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80Different Types of Horse Saddles
When choosing a horse saddle, it can be a very important decision that typically requires a bit of looking around and window shopping before you actually pick the saddle that you're looking for. You want to understand what you're buying and what...
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