Part 2: Boyd sets up another exercise with three small jumps on a curve. He challenges the riders to come in a slower, rounder canter in order to jump them all correctly. The exercise helps the riders get a very deep distance and encourage the horses to be quicker in their shoulder while to jumping up through their withers. Boyd works with one rider to slow down her horse who gets fast, and reminds all the riders the end goal is to have more adjustability using less rein aids.
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Improving the Jumping Technique of Th...
Part 4: Boyd adds V poles to the fences and makes them wider in order to help slow the horses into the jump. This allows the riders to ride in without worrying about holding back, enabling them to focus on their position while the horse has a nicer jump. As the horses start to jump using their wh...
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Warm-up Over Fences for Event Horses ...
Liz helps riders warm-up over fences for stadium jumping. She emphasizes keeping leg on into, over and after the jumps and that the riders need to make sure they release enough over the fence. They do several different lines to work on balance, rhythm and straightness.
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Using Corners In Stadium Jumping | Sh...
Part 1: Sharon uses a combination of dressage movements to bring attention to bend and stride control. Progressing to working down lines of gymnastics, Sharon emphases the value of moving the horse's feet. She provides thoughtful critique and supports the riders as the fences are raised.
