Finessing the Ride - Part 2
Boyd Martin
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10m
Part 2: Boyd coaches the rider to work more on the approach to fences. They focus on being consistent in setting the horse up, making a correct turn, and maintaining straightness right until take off. The rider continues to work on not rushing the horse into the jump. Boyd helps her relax and try to jump out of the flow of the canter. They jump around a course with oxers, verticals and a Liverpool.
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