Breakdown of Riding Aids and Body Balance | Ronny Riemer
Ronny Riemer
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Ronny considers the riding aids as the natural ones we have – the rider’s body (which should receive the biggest emphasis), the rider’s leg and the rider’s hand (which should receive the least emphasis). The rider’s body balance is the strongest aid on the horse.
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