Sven Rothenberger shares his expertise with J.J. Tate riding the Oldenburg gelding Romeo. He advises J.J to be more conscious of riding Romeo over the back to compensate for his conformation. She also needs to maintain control with the outside rein through the outside leg in canter. Sven also has her keep the canter engaged and jumping through during shoulder-in and half pass. He asks her to give the reins to check for self-carriage, holding the horse in front of the leg. Other suggestions include: Do less with the contact in one time changes to stop Romeo from leaning back and develop the quality of his changes. Focus on rhythm, straightness, and activity in the piaffe.
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Prix St. Georges—Endel Ots and Lion K...
Olympic medalist Sven Rothenberger continues his work with Endel Ots and the Dutch gelding Lion King. Praising the horse and offering a short moment of relaxation helps avoid tension. Sven wants Endel to make clear transitions between medium and collected gaits. It's important to warm Lion King u...
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Prix St. Georges—Endel Ots and Lion K...
Sven Rothenberger coaches Endel Ots and Lion King. The horse needs to feel confident about himself, so Sven advises Endel to relax and encourage him: Slow him with the seat, not the reins. Don't accept shortcuts from the horse, and sit big in the saddle. Lion King has a beautiful uphill canter. ...
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Prix St. Georges—Tanya Rennie and Fal...
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