Tip/Quote of the Day # 1829
A strong back is necessary for the horse to be able to achieve and maintain self carriage and collection for any length of time under a rider. Make sure you are not asking for too much too soon.
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 4573
You have to have the ability to ride in "neutral", with no aids whatsoever, for your horse to be able to feel, recognize, and respond to your lightest of aids.
Tip/Quote of the Day # 4572
Allow with the reins when approaching a drop into water. Holding too much in the last strides can cause the horse to not use his body fully over the fence into the water - which can cause a stumble or fall on landing in the water.
Tip/Quote of the Day # 4571
"Effective aids are not exhausting to the rider and not souring to the horse." ~ Charles de Kunffy
Tip/Quote of the Day # 4570
The sign of a good rider is that their aids are so subtle and smooth that you can hardly see what they are doing.