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 the jump as they encourage them to draw them in on approach. The group tries some spooky fences and a water tray at the trot, working to keep an efficient position that's secure should something go wrong.
Up Next in Stadium Jumping
-
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...
-
Trotting & Walking Fences, Two Star H...
Part 6: The group picks up the pace and works around a course of fences in canter. William reminds them to ride forwards and be confident. He works with one rider to close her thumb on the reins, and reminds the whole group to keep their hands forward but sit back, this creates a more secure posi...
-
Trotting & Walking Fences, Two Star H...
Part 7: William notes that some of the riders get in a hurry at related distances which leads them to rushing the horse and breaking the rhythm. He encourages them to focus on riding on a more forward stride between fences, without sacrificing rhythm to achieve it. When on rider is throwing her h...
