Fourth Level
At Fourth Level, the horse and rider must exhibit a high level of impulsion, suppleness, thoroughness, lightness and be on the bit.
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First Level
Improve Body Awareness for a Better Seat
Self-image and body awareness help any rider understand how her body works as she rides and give her tools to control her body in a relaxed way.
Fourth Level
How Can I Keep My Horse Bending in the Walk Pirouette?
Kristina Harrison answers this reader question.
Fourth Level
How Can I Keep My Horse Bending in the Walk Pirouette?
FEI
Charles de Kunffy’s 3 Principles to Create a Dancing Partnership with Your Horse
Ride your horse's hindquarters to create impulsion, suspension and balance, without confining his movement and rhythm.
FEI
How to Improve Dressage Basics
Delving into the Training Scale
FEI
Let the Leg Yield Work for You
This exercise helps horses become more flexible in the shoulders, back and hips and develops the connection through the horse’s body.
Fourth Level
Are You Ready for a Double Bridle?
When introducing the horse to the double bridle, there are some important factors to keep in mind.
FEI
Christine Traurig: “Pushing Away from the Bit”
This sophisticated term describes the epitome of throughness, perfect connection and ideal self-carriage.
FEI
Volker Brommann: The Why, When and How of Transitions
A USDF Certified Instructor at the FEI levels talks about his favorite training tool.
Fourth Level
Heather Blitz: Keep Your Horse’s Shoulders Upright
This professional explains why your horse's balance is at the root of the problem.