What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- Understand what resistance is in your horse Start with taking steps back to simple Realise the importance of rewarding every little positive element Know how far to take each ride Most riders have been there, some more regularly than others… You are mounted up, in the arena with…
What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- Sitting straight in the saddle Allowing your legs to ‘drape’ Understanding an active aid versus an inactive one Supporting your horse when he needs support Remember back to when you were first learning to ride. You possibly saw your legs as being a ‘go button’ of sorts. Go…
What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- Identify the types of artificial aids Know when you need to back up your natural aids Understand the relationship between your inside leg and inside hand when using a whip Follow through and allow your horse to respond Hands up if your communication with your horse, using your…
What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- Become more respectful with your legs & how it will help the overall conversation Understand why how you apply the aid is so important The difference between ‘loud aids’ and ‘quiet aids’ Develop your leg aids as a guide – not a crutch Your legs make up such…
What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- Understand why your aids are always a work in progress Start on the ground and work up Transitioning groundwork to under the saddle Application, pressure, timing and sequence Have you ever noticed how you feel when you walk away after participating in a good conversation with someone? There…
What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- Begin noticing where the ups and downs are happening Take responsibility, rather than looking for a quick fix Learn to Balance Your Aids Correctly Using a Split Second to Smooth Out Your Riding Do things feel a little ‘touch and go’ when it comes to your riding? You…
