Corners Quick Tip For Building Gymnastic Confidence - Dec 2018
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Karen and Natilla demonstrate a very simple exercise that is highly effective. This is one of Karen’s "can't live without it" exercises. It helps horses develop the skills and confidence needed to build collectibility in corners. Corners can make everything better, but often horses fall apart in them. This exercise gives horse and rider the time to build their skills together and keep corners a happy, balanced place!
This video is for everyone. It can be done on a very basic level, and can also develop higher levels of collection for more advanced horses and riders.
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