Tip/Quote of the Day # 831
Make sure there is a slight time lapse between a light aid and a correction. This gives the horse a chance to respond to the light aid - and it gives him a chance to LEARN from the correction.
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 4561
If you have short arms, you will have to be especially careful to make sure that you keep at least a little bend in your elbows at all times when riding. If your elbows become completely straight, you will lose your ability to follow your horse's movement with
Tip/Quote of the Day # 4560
The quieter you become with your aids, the more detail you can hear and feel in your riding.
Tip/Quote of the Day # 4559
Practicing transitions on a circle allows you to utilize the bend and increased engagement from the circle to improve the connection in your transitions.
Tip/Quote of the Day # 4558
"In every sport, life goes in waves, up and down, keep rowing the boat and you’ll meet the next wave coming up, but don’t jump out of the boat!" ~ Chris Bartle