Part 5: Jimmy explains how being in harmony with the horse is key. Even if mistakes are being made, as long as the horse and rider are on the same page and making the same mistakes together, he believes that's okay. Rather than focusing on being long or short into a fence, Jimmy focuses on the horse and rider being together, as they work around the course. He then discusses slopes and riding up and down hill.
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Stadium Jumping - Part 6
Part 6: Jimmy discusses the importance of learning skills appropriate for each level and building those up as the education of the horses and riders progress. He creates an exercise with a tight turn after a fence where riders must land their horses on the correct lead to be able to face him and ...
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Stadium Jumping - Part 7
Part 7: The riders work around a course. Jimmy offers advice as many of the young horses spook at a shadow on the gate. Working in circles and uphill terrain, riders school their horses over the fences. Jimmy works with them to refine their position and aids to facilitate the best jump.
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Stadium Jumping - Part 8
Part 8: Jimmy continues to coach each rider as they attempt the course. He explains the power of the riders line of sight, and also the importance of letting the horse have his nose so he is able to see the jump. He works on establishing a better landing for a smoother journey to the next element.
