Shoulder Control
Showing how the rider can lift and square the horse’s shoulders as part of softness and collection.
Presenter: Terry Myers
Strength and Balance Exercises
Building rider strength and balance through specific exercises at all gaits.
Presenter: Jennifer Eaton
Teaching and Riding the Rein Aids
Transitioning students from beginner hands with loose reins to effectively using connected rein aids.
Presenter: Susan Berger
The Posting Trot
Using exercises to improve not only the rider’s body in the posting trot, but the horse’s as well.
Presenter: Cheryl West
Timing of the Aids
Correctly timing the use of the aids to communicate effectively with the horse.
Presenter: Cheryl West
Travers; What, When, How, and Why
Mastering this movement to further a horse’s balance, power, and elasticity to lighten the forehand and drive from the hind end
Presenter: Jo-Anne Young
Understanding the Half Pass
Grasping the steps and correct use of the aids to execute the half pass.
Presenter: JoAnne Young