John Michael talks about the decision a rider has to make when there is an object such as a bush in the middle of a line. He stresses that there is no wrong answer and explains the pros and cons of each while Colleen demonstrates them.
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Introducing a Water Jump – Part 1
John Michael talks about getting into and out of water. Especially for beginner novice and novice level riders, he encourages thinking of the edge of the water as a jump. It is important to protect the balance of the canter going in and out because the water will change the horse's rhythm.
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Introducing a Water Jump – Part 2
John Michael explains how to introduce jumping a fence in water with a horse and rider that have never done that before. He stresses to ride the edge of the water like a jump, make sure the horse sees the fence in the water, and then ride the edge of the water coming out like a jump. Since how t...
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Tips on Riding Water to Water Jump
John Michael talks about factors to consider when riding and jumping through water on cross country. Colleen demonstrates how to school the water with a focus on the edge of the water, a jump in the water and the edge of the water on the way out.
