Part 1: Boyd explains the session goals and what rideability means to him. The riders warm up at a walk and trot. Boyd works with them on some counter canter, using opposite flexion to loosen up the horses necks and test how secure they are in canter. Boyd sets up a grid using cavalettis, working on shortening the stride to add at the trot. One rider with a very exuberant horse works on jumping through the grid and then slowing down and keeping control of her horse. Boyd coaches the riders as they work on adding and taking away strides between fences.
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Part 2: Boyd raises the jumps and the riders continue to improve their skills. He works with two of the riders to use the power of their eyes and make sure they are looking for their next fence to give the horse subtle cues on direction. One rider continues to work on the rideability of her horse...
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Part 3: The riders jump around the course and Boyd gives them individual feedback. He concludes the session by reminding them of the power of their mentality on course, as he points out most of their mistakes happen when they get a little bit nervous, as all of them are strong riders. Boyd acknow...
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Related Lines Bending Lines | Gina Mi...
Olympic medalist Gina Miles gives a lesson in the show jumping arena focusing on related lines and bending lines. Gina works with a group of riders to control the stride to create cleaner distances and more efficient lines. his creates a better quality jump, and more overall flow on the course.
