PART 8: Jimmy works with a rider after her horse ducks out of a fence to remind them of the importance of the leg aid and the difference between gripping and actually kicking. When the horse does jump, even though it's erratic, Jimmy emphasizes that they must be praised for giving the correct ans...

PART 7: The riders tackle the course as Jimmy offers feedback. He works with one rider on not supporting her leg by falling back on the horse. Though this creates the illusion that the horse sped up, it doesn't change the speed and instead the rider should focus on keeping the horse out in front ...

PART 6: JImmy continues to work with the riders on jumping around without touching the saddle, and carrying the whip atop their hands. Some develop new issues as they move their focus to their seat. He discusses the importance of having a strong upper body that can stay out of the saddle, but mai...

PART 5: Jimmy continues to give the lesson, reminding one rider to be adjustable and willing to work with his horse when things don't go precisely to plan, to make a cleaner looking jump by feeling what happening. Jimmy ups the ante by challenging the riders to set their reins and put the whip ac...

PART 3: Jimmy Wofford answers a question from a rider about instructing young riders who have issues getting out of the saddle, where he reiterates his personal belief that riders should not be restricted or stiff and shares an exercise he uses to help. As the riders continue to warm up, Jimmy re...

PART 4: Jimmy Wofford continues his cross country lesson by talking to the riders about the importance of not overjumping. He explains that their jumping position doesn't need to put them out of the saddle any more than regular posting trot would. Jimmy prefers this lower position with a still bo...

PART 2: Jimmy Wofford continues his cross country lesson by setting up the expectations for the session and beginning with a warm up. He discusses the stirrup length and speed he would like from the riders, and talks about how the pool of competitors decreases in size at Prelim level due to the i...

PART 3: Jimmy Wofford answers a question from a rider about instructing young riders who have issues getting out of the saddle, where he reiterates his personal belief that riders should not be restricted or stiff and shares an exercise he uses to help. As the riders continue to warm up, Jimmy re...

PART 10: Jimmy Wofford sends the riders into the water, reminding them that the horses are likely to be sticky, and so they need to make sure they ride stronger without going faster. He encourages them to have soft reins so the horses can explore the water with their head and neck. Jimmy works wi...

PART 10: Jimmy Wofford sends the riders into the water, reminding them that the horses are likely to be sticky, and so they need to make sure they ride stronger without going faster. He encourages them to have soft reins so the horses can explore the water with their head and neck. Jimmy works wi...

Karen O'Connor works with students on the flat, focusing on their positions.

Part 3: Phillip explains the use of landmarks while out on the course, and how these make it easier to find and stay on the line into a fence. The challenge increases with the introduction of the water jump while still navigating tough corners, and the addition of a bounce jump. Phillip encourage...

Part 2: Phillip continues to challenge riders to allow their horses to make mistakes and self correct coming into the jumps. Working up and down hill, Phillip discusses choosing the correct gallop for the fence and terrain, and the importance of being able to adjust the stride. He helps the rider...

Part 4: Jon works with the riders to add the ditch into the course. He emphasizes the importance of an event horse having quick feet which allows them to manage imperfect terrain. He ends the session by reminding the riders to sit taller through the complex and put everything they have worked on ...

Part 3: Jon talks about knowing your horse and understanding what to expect from them in a competition or schooling session. He explains how this allows a rider to set them up to succeed. He challenges the riders with a bounce into the water, and explains that at this level most horses will peek ...

Part 2: Jon works with the riders to help prevent their horses refusing the more difficult elements. He stresses the importance of keeping the horses feet moving and being prepared for trouble going into the water. He explains the proper use of the artificial aids and encourages them to use their...

Part 1: Jon demonstrates riding a difficult corner then gives the riders feedback as they attempt to do the same. He reminds them of the importance of holding the line into the fence without rushing the horse off its feet. As the horses grow in confidence, Jon shows the riders how being committed...

They return to the water, and since they have already walked through it they do a short course with two water questions. Sharon explains why she built the session the way she did because it was their first school in Florida after a long trip. When you start the season with a confidence-building s...

Sharon White continues this cross country school with ditches, Trakehners and water. Watch for how these exercises build confidence in both the riders and horses.

Sharon White leads a wonderful first cross country school with two amateur riders. In the first two segments of five, watch them gain confidence through the water and systematically approach banks so the horses stay relaxed.

Sharon has the riders complete a short course of fences, including a Trakehner, with gallops in between the jumps. She doesn't want the riders to overthink what they are doing. She wants them to look up, steer and ride to the fence in a steady rhythm.