Focus on Straightness Over Cavalletti
Cavalletti Work
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13m
USDF Bronze and Silver Medalist and USEA ICP Level 2 Certified Instructor Michele Wellman works with riders through a series of ground poles with the focus on straightness, consistency of tempo and length of stride. It is important to let the horse figure out what he needs to do while the rider makes small adjustments with half-halts.
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