ASKHQ: THE SITTING TROT

Q: I just can't sit the sitting trot. How can I improve this? Answered by Elena Jankowitz A: The sitting trot is challenging for everyone and there are numerous factors that can make it difficult to sit. The important point to remember is that the trot has a moment of suspension when none of the hooves are…

BylizzieDecember 1, 20190Comments

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ASKHQ: LOSING MARKS FOR LENGTHENING

Q: Why do dressage riders often lose marks for lengthening? A: You need to show the judges obvious changes between your gaits. Marks are often allocated for this your test. We often lose marks here due to not showing enough difference from movement to movement. For example, the movement may say 'HP lengthen the canter, P…

BylizzieOctober 10, 20190Comments

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ASKHQ: RIDING A CIRCLE

Q: How can you keep a horse straight and balanced on a circle? A: Oddly enough a circle is actually a very good tool for assessing the straightness of your horse. It highlights if a rider has the horse between the outside rein and inside leg aids. In order to be 'straight', and therefore balanced,…

BylizzieOctober 2, 20190Comments

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BECOME A PLAITING PRO

Text: Jan Tucker A neatly plaited horse looks professional when he enters the ring, and in many disciplines plaiting is compulsory. But is it always necessary and what constitutes the perfect plait? Certain styles, for example the use of white tape for dressage, go in and out of fashion, but for showing classes in particular, very…

BylizzieAugust 12, 20190Comments

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ASKHQ: FOREHAND FRUSTRATION

[Q] What is the best way to get a horse who is very on the forehand onto his hind end? He sometimes snatches the reins forwards. He has been checked by the saddle fitter and physio and we have ruled out any pain. Asked by Adri Alberts [A] A horse who is very on the…

BylizzieMay 28, 20190Comments

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NISSAN EASTER FESTIVAL: 10 YEARS OF EQUESTRIAN EXCELLENCE!

Calling all horse lovers from far and wide! Kyalami Equestrian Park will proudly host the country’s premier horse show with world class competition on offer across all disciplines as well as entertainment for the whole family. Now in its 10th year, the Nissan Easter Festival is an equestrian extravaganza - a calendar highlight that welcomes professional as well…

BylizzieApril 5, 20190Comments

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WHAT IS A WARMBLOOD?

A Warmblood is the result of cross-breeding between pure-blooded horses such as English Thoroughbreds and heavier farm horses to produce a horse for a specific function and purpose such as showjumping or dressage. Careful breeding programmes are carried out to produce a horse ideally suited to the breeders' needs. Much of the world's Warmblood…

BylizzieJanuary 23, 20190Comments

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A SWINGING LOWER LEG

HQ answers your questions Q: Where does swing in the rider's lower leg come from? Asked by Maree Lamorne A: Swing in the lower leg comes from a leg that grips, so the first thing you need to do is to stop gripping with your knee. Your lower leg needs to hug your horse, but…

BylizzieJanuary 19, 20190Comments

Horse Channel Horse Training Lifestyle

FORWARD PLANNING

7 tips for organising the competition year The beginning of every year is an excellent time to reflect on your horse and your riding and ask yourself, “Why do I do this sport?” Whether you’re a happy hacker, an amateur or a professional, you will have no doubt experienced ups and downs in your journey…

BylizzieJanuary 8, 20190Comments

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WHAT IS A GOOD WAY TO TEACH A HORSE THE FLYING CHANGE?

Asked by Ben du Toit Before you start with teaching the flying changes, it's important that you teach your horse the basics, namely relaxation, rhythm, contact, impulsion, straightness and collection. Before teaching the flying change, ask yourself the following: Is the quality of the canter good (always maintaining the three-beat rhythm)? Is the horse straight…

BylizzieOctober 9, 20180Comments

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