Part 2: William introduces the idea of taking fences at lower gaits, and explains that his goal for the session is to have riders come to a fence, be able to wait and see what happens, and then react to it. By coming in walk and trot, riders have more time to practice waiting, rather than expecting, and the horses have to work harder to jump from a trot while having more time to process the questions and learn.
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Trotting & Walking Fences, Two Star H...
Part 3: William discusses the merits of riding into a fence with connection, versus on a looped rein. He explains that he feels horses should be able to jump with either initially, but as the questions get harder with tight turns and narrow fences, they will need to be able to move forward with m...
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Trotting & Walking Fences, Two Star H...
Part 4: As they progress over the fences, the horses begin to take them seriously at the walk. William supports the riders in staying straight and getting comfortable not knowing exactly how each fence will go. He encourages them to keep a wide hand, and use this to funnel the horses straight to ...
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Trotting & Walking Fences, Two Star H...
Part 5: William works with rider whose horse is having issues knocking down the fence with the water tray. They discuss water trays in depth and William reminds the group to pick their battles. The horse in question does jump water trays well in competition, though he isn't relaxed over them. He...
