They start with some walk canter transitions, and Laura explains that the horse needs to be hot on the hind legs, not hot running off and getting long. The horse struggles a bit in the very collected canter, which is the canter needed for the pirouette. Laura has the rider do leg yield and haunches-in in that canter so that he builds more strength and suppleness behind until the slower canter feels easier.
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Grand Prix Movements Canter Zig Zag
In the canter zig zag, Laura reminds the rider that in order not to feel rushed, the horse must start moving sideways immediately. She has the rider work on getting the horse sharp off the sideways leg. The horse has to get hot and sharp without charging forward.
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Grand Prix Canter Pirouettes
In the canter pirouette, Laura wants the rider to get the horse sharper in the movement. That will help him carry himself within the pirouette. When he gets a little stuck, she can go out a little bit and then come back to staying on the spot. By changing the size of the pirouette, it helps him s...
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Grand Prix Canter Zig Zag
Laura suggests they start with canter half pass to test the bending and sideways movement. Then they move on to the zig zag. She wants the rider to make sure she understands the difference between moving sideways and going straight to help make sure they cover the same amount of ground and keep t...
