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n our last issue we got off to a flying start (hopefully not flying off the horse but over jumps!) when we
BRISTER’S BRIEF
talked about a vital stage of a horse’s education: introducing your youngster to
Being progressive Part 2
jumping. Now, this isn’t solely for show jumping horses or eventers. There are lots of benefits to jumping small fences with your dressage or trail riding horse too. So read on.
Recap In the January/February issue we focused on introducing a horse to jumping for the first time using a small jump and guide rails. It is vital to start
In the final part of his teaching young horses to jump series, CHARLIE BRISTER moves on to combination fences and related lines.
small with these exercises and gain confidence before progressing, so let's go over some key points from Part One to jumpstart your memory: