Part 2: The session moves on to more difficult fences where the horse can't see the landing. Boyd explains how this can be dangerous and how easily a horse can chip, stop, or choke in mid air and catch a leg. He discusses the importance of opting for a more defensive position over this type of fence, with longer reins and a taller upper body. With this in mind, the riders work around a series of fences at a gallop, focusing on riding forward while being more careful in their position so they are able to recover if needed.
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Which Canter Do I Need? - Part 1
Part 1: Boyd has the riders jump three fences individually. He challenges them to land lightly and be soft and smooth in their riding. When a rider has a tough distance, Boyd opens the discussion on how to react when coming into a fence and not finding a good distance. He explains that he always ...
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Warm Up & Banks, Preliminary - Trailer
Trailer for top level international eventer, Jonathan Holling's Warm Up & Banks, Preliminary session. Jonathan takes to the saddle to demonstrate his philosophies for warming up and working on banks at a preliminary level. He reminds the riders of the importance of believing in the horse and havi...
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Warm Up & Banks, Preliminary - Part 5
Part 5: The group works through a line of fences including a bounce bank, and a show jump. Jonathan rides through first, and again discusses his ride and uses it to help set objectives for the others. The riders have to focus and fight hard to maintain their line while riding through he almost gy...
