Discussion # 54: Lets discuss clinicians focusing on the horse rather than rider flaws.

I have noticed that many clinicians don't address rider position and balance when teaching clinics. They tend to keep their focus entirely on the way the horse is going, and performing the exercises that they have planned. And I would love to know if this is a conscious decision when teaching clinics, or if so many trainers don't put an emphasis on the rider's position and aids being correct and accurate. What do you think?

If you are a trainer, are you purposefully avoiding making position changes in a clinic situation in the interest of time, and to avoid potentially offending riders? I know when I teach clinics that some riders seem to really appreciate the feedback I give them about their position. Yet others seem to not want to work on themselves, and only want to have fun and do challenging exercises in clinics (that they may have little hope of doing well with, because they are lacking balance and a good position.)

As a rider, do you like it when clinicians address your position or not? (Click on Discussion Title above (in blue) to read this educational discussion)