FEI 5* Judge Janet Foy explains the importance of the free walk. The nose should be out in front of the vertical. She explains that riders often keep the horses too low, and they curl, losing shoulder freedom. A judge will look at both the legs and the topline when giving a score for the free walk.
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Hunter Ring to Dressage Ring - Part T...
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Hunter Ring to Dressage Ring - Part F...
With Allison help they improve their departs and keep a better connection in the canter. She instructs her on stretching in the trot and then returns to the canter departs from that relaxation.
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Intro Level
Isabelle helps a rider who has a tendency to override.
