Janet points out that there are a lot of fine points to riding the test, and Debbie adds great insights into where her training should go next. They both talk about how the rider must be able to independently use the various parts of their body to influence the horse. They have an interesting discussion about how this affects whether she should be using a double bridle. The second horse then rides the test with commentary and scores by Janet.
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International judge Axel Steiner guides a pair new to Third Level through the Third Level Test One.
