Which Canter Do I Need? - Part 3
Boyd Martin
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10m
Part 3: Boyd discusses the sue of the artificial aides on the approach to a fence. He encourages the riders to choose an appropriate stick, and learn to use it properly in both technique and timing on the last stride. The group works over a difficult fence where the ground drops away. The riders focus on riding forward and supporting their horses to help them jump confidently.
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