Part 1: Buck introduces the clinic and explains that although it is a jumping lesson, it will have somewhat of a dressage focus. He points out that if a rider can ride their dressage figures, and their jumping lines accurately, and they are able to choose the canter they want for each fence, then they will get the jump they want also. Buck explains the concept of rhythm, involving not changing the feel of the gait while the riders begin an exercise working over small verticals on a circle. He encourages the riders into a forward canter, and has them use their outside rein to balance the horse while keeping forward with the inside leg.
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Keeping A Rhythm While Riding An Accu...
The riders continue around the exercise. Buck explains how even a momentary loss of focus, which happens when one rider gets in another's way, can majorly interrupt the rhythm, and change the whole line. As the horses gain confidence, Buck switches the focus on adding and taking out strides betwe...
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Keeping A Rhythm While Riding An Accu...
The riders have more success in transitioning from a forward to a slower canter between fences. Buck encourages them to let their horses go and ride more from their body and less from their reins to avoid breaking the rhythm. He works with one rider to get deeper into fences to make a nicer shape...
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Jumping Fundamentals - Trailer
Trailer for William Micklem's two-part Jumping Fundamentals Session. Highly regarded international coach, breeder and speaker William Micklem puts his spin on the fundamentals of a successful jump. With years of knowledge garnered around the globe, William's perspective is unique and his instruct...
