This course is designed for the rider who wants to become more proficient in advanced Dressage. It will provide practical experience in learning skills necessary for riding successful advanced level dressage movements and tests. Topics will include knowledge and observation of the training pyramid; conditioning/training of the horse needed to compete in upper-level dressage; health and safety issues related to dressage. Lab skills will include improving riders balance; position; seat; effectiveness of aids and ability to train horses to perform increased engagement in their movement as well as more refined transitions between gaits. (Every term)
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Semester Offered
Every Term