Riding on circles and executing turns are time-tested exercises in horse training, crucial in almost all equestrian sports that keep on surviving all advancements of the equestrian training. They are used to develop balance, strength and flexibility, and they serve an important role in straightening and collecting the developing horse and maintaining these physical aspects
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Warmest Welcome to the 4th Module of Anna’s Riding Method: Turing & Riding Circles Below you can find links to the English and Polish language version of the Module 4 of Anna’s Riding Method. The 4th Module of Anna’s Riding Method is the most comprehensively prepared release so far, delving deeply into the nuances of
Welcome to the 4th Module of Anna’s Riding Method: Riding through the turns and circles! At the heart of Anna’s Riding Method lies a fundamental principle: riding in harmony with the horse, not against it. Our method of riding transcends traditional techniques, offering a unique perspective that emphasises the horse’s natural movement and the natural
It is crucial for every rider and horse trainer to understand the movement based on tendons. This occurs when a horse uses the energy stored in the elastic tendons, similar to rubber band but harder, instead of the energy produced by the muscles. Movement based on tendons is similar to throwing a ball on the
When teaching and giving clinics around the world I have noticed something quite remarkable. When a skilled rider with passive, relaxed hands mounts a horse, the horse’s movement improves drastically. This phenomenon occurs without any specific training or preparation. It’s fascinating to witness how a simple change in the rider’s hand position can alter the
It’s important to recognise common mistakes and misconceptions related to using hands during horse riding. Let’s take a look at a few of these errors that you may encounter during your riding career. Firstly, pulling on the reins with excessive force is a common mistake. This practice is not a proper technique in horse riding
Let’s discuss exercises that can help you to maintain relaxed hands during riding. Most of these exercises can be done when standing in place. It’s important to avoid riding for extended periods and keep your hands from tensing up. You should frequently stop, stand still, and repeat the exercises to correct your hands and keep
As a rider, you know that having a relaxed upper body while riding is crucial to having good contact and a shared movement with the horse. To achieve this, you need to start by looking at the whole construction, which includes the bit inserted into the horse’s mouth and the reins attached to it that
Now let’s talk about how to have relaxed hands while horse riding. It may seem easy at first. Of course, it’s not complicated because there are no complicated elements here. But it’s not super easy either, because riders have many different habits and tendencies, and these habits and tendencies will need to be changed. You
Now we will discuss the first technical detail related to contact and the use of hands during horse riding. It is about how to hold the reins and how to use your fingers to hold them. This may seem commonly known and unimportant, but it is absolutely the most important element when it comes to
