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
BASIC GROUNDWORK
Lateral Flexion / Vertical Flexion
Shoulder Yield / Hindquarter Yield
Crab Walk
PROPER LEG POSITION
Finding the Right Stirrup Length
Removing / Replacing Feet in Stirrups
Stretching the Leg Back and Down
PROPER HAND POSITION
Holding the Reins
Shortening / Lengthening the Reins
Shortening Reins Before Use
STANDING STILL AND PRESENT: PRESENT BUT NOT STILL
Creating Energy to Establish Personal Space
Stepping Back to Draw Attention
Engaging with Muzzle
STANDING STILL AND PRESENT: NOT STILL AND NOT PRESENT
Creating Connection Through Change In Focus
Matching Steps
Left/Right Exercise In-Hand
STANDING STILL AND PRESENT: STILL BUT NOT PRESENT
Mirroring Energy
CAT-H
Scratching for Connection