Part 10: Yogi discusses the sport of 3 Day Eventing as a whole and its requirement that riders be competitive across all three events, versus single event sports. He talks about rider adaptability, to be able to have a solid dressage position as well as a more forward seat for jumping, and the crucialness of this versatility to being successful in the sport.
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ICP Clinic - Cross Country | David O'...
Part 5: David explains the benefit of having a clear and effective galloping and preparation position, in that the horse's shape can be changed without using the hands. The riders continue to finesse their position, and David explains the importance of them bringing their body back in the saddle ...
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ICP Clinic - Cross Country | David O'...
Part 4: Davis discusses the three positions used across country, galloping position, preparation position and jumping position. He gives examples of well known riders to help illustrate the different styles these can take, and how they may change depending on the individual horse or rider. The r...
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ICP Clinic - Cross Country | David O'...
Part 3: David O'Connor continues discussing the responsibilities of the rider by asking the group why they might change a horse's speed going into a fence. The riders then introduce themselves and their horse and what level they are working at. David makes some thoughtful observation about tack, ...
