In Part 5 of the Training Scale series, Felicitas von Neumann-Cosel looks at Connection from the horse's point of view. Felicitas shows that after the horse found rhythm and tempo and was relaxed, he then searches for the connection. She explains that connection should be something the horse is seeking, like he wants to hold hands with the rider.
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Training Scale - Connection | Felicit...
In Part 6 of the Training Scale series, Felicitas von Neumann-Cosel looks at Connection from the rider's point of view. She explains how the rider's ability to have a stable upper body with a soft feel in the arms and hands is what helps makes connection possible.
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2019 First Level Q&A
Janet takes questions from the audience about the 2019 First Level tests.
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2019 First Level, Test 3
This rider works through First Level, Test 3. Janet admits that she's not fond of this test--she believes that there is too much canter. But the serpentine was added to the test to promote more balance before the lengthening.