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Focus on the fundamentals

 A solid, balanced seat

 Independence of seat from hands

 Sensitivity to the horse's movement

 Safe, well mannered control of the horse on the ground and in the saddle

Stay mentally balanced even under stress

Use clear and timely aids

Improve horse handling skills

 Flexibility and Lightness

 Standing Still

 Quiet trailer loading

 Lunging quietly

 Crossing obstacles

 Stop head tossing and pulling on the bit

 De-Spooking

 

My goal is to develop the thinking and feeling rider- with relaxation, balance, poise and suppleness in both you and your horse.

Come by and audit a lesson - call ahead for dates and times

 

 

Troy van Gorder is a top riding lesson instructor in the Westford, Massachusetts Horseback Riding Lessons guide on NewHorse.com.

Calm

Patient

Focused