01/26/2022
I always come back to these. I created this list in the notes on my phone and come back to it every now and then to make sure my training stays in line with what I believe.
š« āIsolate your core- ride from your core- not your legsā
š« 'Allowā the horse to be in natural self-carriageā
š« 'Let go of tightness and restriction- allow energy to āflowā
š« 'Always aim to make a positive change every session. No matter whether that's your horse being happier, more supple, more relaxed or more understanding of what's expected of themā
š« 'Donāt just think of riding forwards- ride the horse with up-hill energy into his elevated shoulders - āride a mountainā
š« 'Inspire and encourage the horse. You want to create a horse that wants to do what your asking; not one you have to forceā
š« 'Any restriction will create tension.ā
š« 'Ride the horse- from back to frontā
š« āConverse with tact- the hands connect with the mind and mouth of your horseā.
š« āConsistency is key'
š« āBe prepared to receive and listen to your horse as much as you expect them to listen to you'
š« āIn order to experience success, we experience failure - for every failure there is a lesson to be learnt that is a stepping stone to success'
š« āBalance and harmony ā on every level ā is the keyā
š« āEvery few minutes ride on a loose rein- breathe and relax (that's you and your horse!)
š« āJust ābeā with the horse- have fun ā aim for harmony and lightness. ENJOY each momentā
