Transitioning To Bitless - Sept 2017
Connection With Reins - Riding
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Karen answers a very common question: 'How do you transition to riding bitless?'. Karen explains why you may want to try it, and how to set yourself up for success doing it. This video is excellent for anyone who has wanted to explore bitless but wasn't sure how to begin.
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