Part 1: Bruce explains that the horse is wearing German reins as the rider is a younger less experienced student who only gets to ride once or twice a week, and the horse is a fit fresh horse. They warm up, focusing on developing the canter and working on some half pass. Bruce gives constant feedback on the rider's position and aides as they work to get the horse engaged and straight. Turn around the haunches allows them to work on the exercise while keeping the horse moving forward. Bruce coaches the rider to develop and maintain an even contact down both reins that stays constant.
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Balance - Part 1
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Balance - Part 2
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At Least A Seven - Part 1
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