Robin helps the rider improve her horse’s rideability and accepting of the aids on the flat so that the horse is more adjustable on the cross-country course. He wants the horse’s canter to be more uphill especially when preparing for a jump. The quality and balance of the canter must remain as speed increases. Rideability becomes crucial when the jumps get bigger and come up more quickly in combinations.
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Cross-Country Demonstration
Robin Walker starts by talking about the role trainers, instructors and riders must take especially during the cross country phase. The perception of eventing that people outside the industry isn't always a positive one, and those in the sport must be aware of how they conduct themselves. Then Wa...
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Introducing Ditches
Emily Beshear and Robin Walker discuss how to positively introduce a horse to jumping a ditch. Rider position and staying committed to going forward are important components for the horse not being fearful of the ditch.
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Introducing Water and Mounds
Robin Walker and Emily Beshear lead a conversation about rider fitness necessary to be able to competently complete a cross country round. It is important to keep everyone safe. Then they go forward with helping riders introduce the water and mounds, emphasizing changes in grade and terrain. It i...
