Part 3: The riders work on a line of two fences, riding them first in eight strides, then lengthening to seven, and then six. As the strides get longer, Leslie reminds one rider to work more on lengthening using her lower leg rather than pushing with her seat. The group works on automatic release, or floating hands, over fences, with Leslie demonstrating the correct position and how this gives more control on landing. They jump the fences again, with a focus on having the correct canter to achieve the right number of strides, and offering this release over both jumps.
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On The Aids For Show Jumping | Leslie...
Part 4: As one rider has a much better jump over the Liverpool, Leslie points out how the horse was tight behind and through his back at first, and how through repetition of the jump he has loosened up and is able to perform better. He explains the Liverpool is a fence that often comes down in co...
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On The Aids For Show Jumping | Leslie...
Part 5: Leslie takes to the saddle to help a rider whose horse drags her down on the way to the fences. He explains how he bumps the horse's head up on the flat, and then gives and softens as soon as he comes up. Leslie explains how he is being sure to give and stay light and in the rhythm with t...
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On The Aids For Show Jumping | Leslie...
Part 6: Leslie sets up a course and challenges the rider to apply what they have learned thus far. He has them jump a challenging bending line, with fences including oxers, verticals and a Liverpool. He encourages the riders to make accurate turns and give coming out of the turn to let the horse ...
