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About Classical Principles

2024-05-21T19:37:18+00:00

Classical riding methods develop your horse’s suppleness, balance, impulsion, & straightness Over the centuries, starting with Xenophon in 350 BC, classical horsemanship training principles and methods have developed that successfully maintain the mental and physical health of the horse.  First and foremost, classical principles encourage the rider to maintain the natural movement of the horse and to develop a willing partnership between horse and rider.  The goal is for the horse to be able to carry the rider without the loss of natural movement. To be able to do this the horse needs to carry themselves in a [...]

About Classical Principles2024-05-21T19:37:18+00:00

Advanced and Refined Groundwork

2024-05-15T13:06:32+00:00

Groundwork Introduction to Groundwork Conditioning and Schooling the Equine Athlete For an equine athlete to remain healthy, the horse needs to have its body and mind strengthened and conditioned over a significant period of time.  To perform to its highest level of potential, the horse needs to be encouraged into a ‘healthy frame’ or ‘position’ that allows it to develop the necessary muscles for balance and throughness.  When these muscles have been developed through a careful and complete conditioning program, the equine athlete will be able to enjoy moving [...]

Advanced and Refined Groundwork2024-05-15T13:06:32+00:00
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