Part 4: Jimmy has the riders focus on rhythm and balance. He introduces a spooky jump and coaches the riders to expect the green horses to look and ride forward. The riders focus on softening the reins and softening the heel, to have a more elastic seat. Jimmy helps one rider who struggles with her horse cross cantering, and reminds her it's okay if the horse makes the mistake, but not if she lets him continue to cross canter.
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