Introduction to Western Dressage
Western Dressage
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4m 36s
Western Dressage is one of the fastest growing disciplines in the horse indusrty and is being offered by many associations. This unique style of riding combines the traditional Western gear with the elements of traditional dressage. Multiple world champion trainer Tim Christensen introduces the discipline and explains how it came to be. He also talks about his transition from the all-around discipline to Western Dressage and what he will cover in this unique series.
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Getting to Know X
Tim Christensen introduces the letter X and explains how it is used in Western dressage. He shows how it helps break the arena up into three separate parts and where X actually is in the arena.
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Introduction to a 20x40 Arena
A full size dressage arena is 20 meters wide by 40 meters long. Tim explains how X, which is in the center of the arena, can help you shape and place your 10 and 20 meter circles.
