In this video Karen shows you a simple leading exercise that will help prepare your young horse for riding. It introduces the outside rein and helps you position yourself closer to where you will be when riding. It’s a simple exercise, but it requires preparation. Quora does a good job of showing how easily things might get tangled up, and Karen does a good job demonstrating how to quietly get back on track.
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A Reflex To Reset - Sept 2023
In This video, DN Instructor Shelby Hume shares an exercise called Reflex To Reset. It is an alternative to escalating pressure that uses patience and rhythmic repetition. This technique gives the horse time to think, and helps the rider stay as soft as possible while still keeping the intention ...
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Bridling in Partnership - Quora -July...
In this video you’ll see me practicing bridling in partnership with 3 year old Quora. This is the third time putting the bridle on. You’ll see how I think through what I am doing and will gain some general principles.
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Preparation Of Young Horse For First ...
In this video, DN Instructor Michelle Young collaborates with DN Instructor Shawna Lewis with a 4 year old Arabian to help prepare her for her first ride. Shawna has been playing with her on the ground and asked Michelle for her input on specific preparation for riding.
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