Individual Cavalletti Exercises
Cavalletti Work
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8m 59s
As the final exercise with this group, Michele coaches riders through individual patterns each one wanted to try again. They were able to continue to focus on balance and accuracy, but also realized when the horse was getting tired. At that point it is important to be successful and then quit for the day.
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Single Pole Under Saddle
Monique takes the ground exercise of moving laterally over a pole to under saddle. Often it shows which side is more difficult for the horse. When the horse is moving easily, the challenge becomes moving a few steps one way, stop and then move a few steps the other direction.
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Square Exercise Under Saddle
Monique explains how a box made from four poles can be very useful in practicing halt transitions. This can be done on the ground as well. The poles give a visual and physical barrier to an exact spot for the transition.
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Maintaining Steady Rhythm Over Poles
Chelsea demonstrates a circle exercise over ground poles that helps teach a horse where his feet are, how to maintain a steady rhythm and carry the rider all while managing themselves over poles. They then do the circle, go down a line and back to the circle all while trying to maintain a relaxed...
