Trotting & Walking Fences, Two Star Horses & Riders | William Fox-Pitt | PART 01
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Part 1: The riders jump around a course including a barrel, wall, oxers and skinnies in canter. William encourages one rider to keep her reins longer and jump in a relaxed contact, with good results. He works with another who tends to bring her hands too wide to create a better angle with her arms. William reminds both riders of the importance of being able to react if something goes wrong, and how their position is vital to this.
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