Basics - Dressage Today

Basics

Credit: Jerry Morris 1. The rider uses a combination of the lower back, seat and leg to bring the horse’s energy evenly into both reins without changing the rhythm or tempo of the gait. This step brings the horse’s energy forward toward the bit.

Kathy Connelly teaches you simple steps to practice and perfect the half halt.

By Kathy Connelly with Annie Morris
Jan 4, 2017

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This USEF “S” judge offers her view on what she wants to see from dressage riders and their horses.

By Marilyn Heath
Mar 22, 2015