Third Level - Flying Changes
Laura Graves
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15m
When working on a single flying chance, Laura first wants the canter quality to be there before even thinking about the change. In the change, she talks about starting the new lead, but also having to stop the old lead, which many people dont think about. Unlike other movements, the flying change either happens or it doesnt so Laura wants to make sure she teaches her horses to only do it properly.
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