2 Ways To Ride A Serpentine - Developing Counter Canter - Feb 2020
Gymnastic Patterns & Exercises - Riding
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11m
Karen coaches two riders through two different ways to ride a shallow loop serpentine at the trot and the canter:
With changes of bend
Without changes of bend
This shallow loop pattern is a great way to really refine your and your horse's skills for more advanced work, but it can be done at the Working Gaits. It requires precision and concentration of the rider, and is a great flexibility and balance challenge for the horse.
This video is great for anyone with solid Working Gaits who wants to increase their horse’s coordination, balance, and suppleness.
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