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Basic Exercises Using Ground Poles

Basic Exercises Using Ground Poles

Do you find yourself shying away from using ground poles in your riding because you think they are ‘only for jumping’?  Perhaps you know all the benefits of using ground poles, but are completely unsure about how to use them effectively? Many riders want to include ground poles in their schooling, but are unsure about how to get started in…

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Improving Rider Coordination

Improving Rider Coordination

Coordination; It’s always a wonderful feeling when you can do something effectively without having to put too much thought or effort into it. Being able to cultivate this skill, regardless of what is being done, takes a large number of hours invested in practice. However in order for that practice to be beneficial, it must be correct or perfect practice.…

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Exercises to Improve Your Horses Coordination

Exercises to Improve Your Horses Coordination

Have you ever experienced moments when ‘lack of coordination’ seems to be the best description for you while in riding  your horse?  It often leads to feelings of clumsiness and a general lack of confidence in your abilities, right?  Well, imagine how it feels when your horse suffers a similar lack of coordination; lack of balance leading to an uncomfortable…

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Using Ground Poles in Schooling

Using Ground Poles in Schooling

Have you used ground poles in your schooling before?  Do you perhaps think ground poles are only really useful for jumpers or competition horses? Ground poles are a fantastic tool for horses of all disciplines.  They help to improve self-control, balance, focus, suppleness, elasticity, coordination (including hoof / eye) and strength in both the horse and the rider. Another added…

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