Basic Gymnastic Work
Jumping
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3m 49s
Bliss does not regularly jump her horses much, but she does like to do gymnastics to help keep them fit and sharp. Here she is riding her 5* horse Antidote de Mars through a simple gymnastic pattern. It is also an exercise that can help the rider focus on position, rhythm and straightness.
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