Chelsea demonstrates how to manage a less sensitive horse on the ground. She shows how to add pressure to get a forward response. It is important to give corrections quickly, so the horse associates the stick and string with the aid she just gave. Downward transitions should also happen promptly, which shows the horse is relaxed and attentive.
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Working at the Mounting Block | Chels...
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Riding the Sensitive Horse | Chelsea ...
Chelsea talks about the aids she uses to ride a sensitive horse. The most important thing is that the horse responds to a light aid. Her focus is on light leg aids, getting a response and sending her horse into a steady, relaxed contact. She goes over the basics of walk, trot and canter and leg y...
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Riding the Less Motivated Horse | Che...
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