Scott Hassler starts this pair out by asking the rider to direct the trot she wants, using a definite post to communicate to her horse. With consistent, clear riding this youngster relaxes more, and they work on getting him supple in his body with serpentines. In the canter Scott stresses that the transition to canter isn't done until the horse is through. When they return to the trot Scott makes sure that when he asks her to bring the trot back that the tension does not increase. Scott asks for the stretchy trot and explains why he asked for it at this point. He rushes after the down transition to the trot, and Scott has them slow the tempo a bit. He really reaches in the stretch trot.
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They continue with the stretchy trot, showing great use of his lower back. Scott reviews the ride so far, and brings up interesting points about when to use the half halt to avoid increasing the tension. Scott has her increase and decrease her canter by one mile an hour at a time, resulting in a ...
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Scott gives a great explanation of what being in front of the leg entails and what to expect from the horse When the mare returns to the trot she shows improvement with more uphill balance while being in front of the leg They work on the canter departs to keep her balanced beforehand and stepping...
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On the second day of the clinic Scott works to help this horse on the right side to make it equal on both sides He gives a great explanation of how riders get into trouble with a young horse when trying to get them straight on the long wall after a turn offering a very workable solution to this p...
