Tip/Quote of the Day!
Tip/Quote of the Day # 4343
In order to do successful lateral work, a rider must have an independent seat, so their aids can work precisely and independently.
Tip/Quote of the Day!
Tip/Quote of the Day # 4342
"A good horse should be able to sort out his own feet." ~ William Fox Pitt
Videos
Video # 103: This is Kayla doing Novice level Show Jumping!
Tip/Quote of the Day!
Tip/Quote of the Day # 4341
Test your horse's balance with a half halt and a test for self carriage before asking for any transition.
Tip/Quote of the Day!
Tip/Quote of the Day # 4340
"You have to constantly refine your program and train with the best people that you can find so that you’re always growing and staying competitive." ~ Jessica Phoenix
Videos
Video # 315 and Question # 340: Kaley has a question (with video), about his horse's jumping form, and whether or not his horse might still have upper level potential, despite the form he shows now as a green horse.
Lesley's Corner
The Corridor of Aids
Tip/Quote of the Day!
Tip/Quote of the Day # 4339
The halt (and half halts) must come from the body of the rider, not the reins.
Lesley's Corner
Help to Ensure That Your Horse LIKES His or Her Job!
Tip/Quote of the Day!
Tip/Quote of the Day # 4338
To improve your security over jumps, think about sinking into your ankles as you land.
Tip/Quote of the Day!
Tip/Quote of the Day # 4337
Think of your brain as a densely wooded area with paths running through it. Whenever you are trying to learn how to do something new, you have to blaze new pathways in your brain.
Tip/Quote of the Day!
Tip/Quote of the Day # 4336
If you need to use a double bridle to keep your horse in a frame, your work is very incorrect.