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  1. Horse Breeds, Registrations and Brands
    I am going to compete in a horse competition this summer that involves judging 2 halter classes and 2 other classes (picked from reining, western horsemanship, western pleasure, equitation flat class, hunter under saddle, trail, ranch riding) I have been trying to find practice that has only a...
  2. Jumping queries, competing & jumping in training
    Hey, guys! I know I've had this problem off and on, but when it happens, I can never tell. I throw my upper body down at the horse's neck as I'm going over the jump. And then sometimes I snap up too quickly. In this video, am I throwing myself down at my pony's body? Am I comming up too quick...
  3. Ridden Showing, Hunter/Jumper, Equitation
    Mod note (Jaydee) The photograph in this post is being flagged by my forum view as being ‘unsuitable for under 18’s to view. If you are also seeing this please ignore - it’s just a girl on a horse! End of Mod note. I have recently moved barns from a hunter jumper to an eventing barn. I have...
  4. Ridden Showing, Hunter/Jumper, Equitation
    Hey all! I have been searching for a replacement helmet for my Charles Owen Ayr8 helmet. I'd be using it occasionally for schooling, but mostly for any shows. I'd love a new Charles Owen, but they are a bit pricey. I am absolutely in love with the One K Defender helmet with rose gold accents. If...
  5. Jumping queries, competing & jumping in training
    Hello! Long time reader, first time forum post! I recently got a few videos of my riding and I need some constructive advice. Horse is 16 year old, 16.2h Oldenburg/appy. He gets body work done but I know he has more trouble bending left than right. Tracking right I have to think of counter...
  6. Ridden Showing, Hunter/Jumper, Equitation
    Does anyone know of any really good hunt seat equitation show barns near the Findlay, Ohio area? I'd be willing to travel up to an hour, but would prefer to stay close. I just want the opportunity to work with a really awesome equitation trainer who will challenge me as a rider. I'd also be...
  7. General English Riding Queries
    Wondering if any of you had any suggestions on exercises to help with equitation. I feel like I'm pretty sound on the flat..though I tend to over-arch my back and look stiff. I do a lot of no stirrup work, but I'd like to know if there are any other exercises you guys may do that help as well...
  8. General English Riding Queries
    So, I've noticed this when I go to shows and generally when I watch different riders. I see posting to the trot done in two ways. The first way I see people stand up and down, and move their upper body with them. The second way I see is mostly done with the hips, moving them forward each post...
  9. Training, Performance Problems advice & queries
    As someone who is passionate about ethical equitation I am amazed at the lack of robust scientific evidence available to support both sides of the bit Vs bitless debate that is rife amongst the horsey folks. Do you think more research is needed? and if sufficient evidence for better welfare was...
  10. General English Riding Queries
    My favorite part of riding is refining the relationship between myself and my horse until it is seamless. My goal is to work on giving direct, subtle cues with expertise and training my horse to respond. This is just a personal preference, but I don't want to pursue jumping. My question is...
  11. General English Riding Queries
    What is the difference between these two boots, other than price? Is one for the show arena v.s. everyday riding? Which would look more professional for Hunt Seat Equation? General opinions, other than the ridiculous prices? What boots have the most professional appearance for Hunt Seat...
  12. General English Riding Queries
    So I recently got back into riding after a year off due to university, and when I went back to my old barn, my instructor told me to try something new, which will make my legs more stable. Instead of the usual heels down thing, she told me to keep my leg (technically foot) straight in the...
  13. General English Riding Queries
    Hello everyone :-) If you wouldn't mind, could you critique this photo of myself and my previous mount? It was taken during a Hack division at a past show although I cannot remember which class. Critique equitation, horse and turnout! Thank you! (Click photo to enlarge)
  14. General Riding queries
    So today I rode English for the first time since the summer, and although I felt natural up on the horse, I felt slightly off. As though I had lost some of the experience I once had. It was amazing to be back in the saddle, but I need some help with my equitation, and to be quite honest, I need...
  15. General Riding queries
    I have a problem with my eq, my lower legs swing forward. I know you are supposed to keep your shoulder, hip, and heal in line for good eq, but my lower legs are always forward and It's really hard for me to keep them straight underneath of me so my heal will be in line. What kind of exercises...
  16. Jumping queries, competing & jumping in training
    Hi Guys!!! Here is my 6 year old APHA mare, Jazz or Ultimate Showoff. I've had her since she was 2 with 45 days on her. Recently I have started wanting to get into jumping and start showing the Hunter Over Fences at the APHA shows and maybe start going to some local hunter shows. I've been...
  17. Jumping queries, competing & jumping in training
    We're ba-ack! :lol: This is Cowboy and I back at it, Child/Adult 3'-3'3" division. Two rounds shown here, one from Day 1 and another from Day 2. Both rounds shown are my speed round, so I was trying to get around as quick as possible while being safe and leaving the rails up. We got Champion...
  18. General English Riding Queries
    So I posted a video of Finny and I a couple weeks ago. I got a lot of responses saying that I was pumping too much, which I definitely agree with. I have been working really hard on be a lot quieter in the saddle, so I hope the video reflects that. I've added polo wraps and a martingale to his...
  19. Western Riding General Queries
    Hey there. I was wondering if you guys had any tips or tricks for riding Western? I can w/t/c but I'm always looking to improve my equitation ect. So I figured that this could be a thread for any tips you have.
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