Part 4: Kim works with a rider whose horse is running out, and reminds her of the importance of supporting the horse with the aids. She then brings the riders to the ditch where they begin working over it in trot. As the horses gain confidence they progress to a canter. Kim discusses the importance of a straight approach and managing the landing.
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Novice Galloping Ditches - Part 3
Part 3: Kim emphasizes the importance of having a plan. She coaches the rider to choose the angle of the jump to facilitate the corresponding turns. The riders jump around the course again and Kim offers individual feedback. Many of them need to work on quieter hands and better shoulder position,...
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Novice Galloping Ditches - Part 2
Part 2: Kim alters the time available and has the riders adjust accordingly. Many find the course easier to jump while riding more forward, but they also have more difficulty in gauging their time at a higher speed. As the riders jump around, Kim offers insights into their position. They again re...
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Novice Galloping Ditches - Part 1
Part 1: Riders tackle a novice cross country course. Kim challenges them to keep pace in additional to having safe and effective fences. Viewers and onlooking riders can weigh in on each riders round and the speed they think they're going, before Kim reveals their actual time.
