Tip/Quote of the Day # 939
One of the biggest reasons riders meet resistance when attempting to control their horse's canter is that they stop following the motion of the horse's head and neck with their elbows.
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 4660
Always sit the trot for a least a few strides before asking for a transition to canter or walk.
Tip/Quote of the Day # 4659
It is common for riders to accidentally teach their horses undesirable behavior by releasing the pressure of an aid at the wrong time. Be mindful of only rewarding behavior that you actually want.
Tip/Quote of the Day # 4658
"Incorrect training is as if you buttoned a sweater wrong. In order to fix it you must unbutton it and start over again." ~ Reiner Klimke You cannot just add another layer over the top and expect it to be right!
Tip/Quote of the Day # 4657
Horses speak through actions. Try to listen to what they are telling you.