HORSEMANSHIP SKILLS
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The development of the rider’s position, balance, and use of aids in a manner appropriate to the task being communicated to the horse.
EQUITATION
The equal transfer of energy between the horse and human, where both feel equally seen, heard, felt and understood.
CONNECTION
The development of the horse’s response to the rider’s aids through established connection, which advances the horse’s skill, utlity and versatility.
APPLICATION
The display of the harmonious relationship shared between the horse and human, which serves to emphasize the accomplishment of once desired goals.
PRESENTATION
The essential care management of the horse, which maintains the horse’s physical, mental, social and emotional well-being.
HUSBANDRY
Skill Category
VERSATILITY RANCH HORSE
Ranch Conformation
Ranch Riding
Ranch Trail
Ranch Reining
Ranch Cow Work
Ranch Cutting
RANCH PLEASURE
Ranch Conformation
Ranch Rail Pleasure / Working Western Rail
Ranch Riding
Ranch Trail
ENGLISH PLEASURE
English Equitation / Hunt Seat Equitation
English Pleasure / Hunt Seat Pleasure
VITAL SIGNS
Taking a Horse’s Temperature
Taking a Horse’s Heart Rate
Taking a Horse’s Respiratory Rate