Equitation Exercises to Build Balance, Softness & Strength
with Katie Schaaf
In riding, skill development is closely related to strength and balance. Riders must develop correct fundamentals in order to learn and execute more advanced skills. This session utilizes equitation exercises to improve a stable lower leg foundation, balance, softness, and ability to move with the horse. Exercises for beginners to advanced riders will be discussed as well as tailoring exercises to specific rider needs. Viewers of this video will be challenged with fun, effective exercises to try on their own or to teach their students to build their riding core while making the most of their riding time.
Running time: 52 minutes
Katie Schaaf believes in a learning environment that is warm and friendly, while structured and disciplined. She is an Interscholastic Equestrian Association Coach (IEA), a United States Equestrian Federation Judge (USEF), and United States Hunter Jumper Association Certified Trainer (USHJA). She has served as president of IEA and coached multiple middle and high school IEA teams, many to national championships. In addition to continuing to ride and train, Katie spends a significant amount of her time judging and teaching clinics.
