Janet discusses the movements involved in the First Level test, offering great insight into how the movements should be ridden. She starts with the lengthening and covers the entrance and halt, and gives tips on where to place the transitions. The demo rider comes out and Janet explains that you should see more thrust but not an uphill balance at this level, leg yields, counter canter and change of lead through the trot.
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First Level Test 2 run through and ho...
Janet has the demo rider ride the test while she scores her and gives comments. She helps her with getting a better balance in the trot resulting in a much improved trot lengthening.
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First Level Test 2 run through and ho...
When they go to the canter they work on going straight, using the renvers and counter flexion while regulating his speed. Janet gives a great explanation of the implications of your horse being crooked and how important it is to be straight.
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First Level Test 1, Test Demonstrated...
First Level Test 1, Test Demonstrated with commentary. Riding forward.
