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Post by indie on Nov 11, 2014 19:10:02 GMT
Hi! Does anyone know at what level of dressage your horse needs to work in an outline because I am going to a show the weekend after next and I am trying to decide whether to do prelim or intro and my pony doesn't work in an outline. Thanks
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Post by indie on Nov 11, 2014 19:39:56 GMT
Oh and by the way, what is the horse marked on? Is it just straightness, bending on circles and even rhythm? Thanks!
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dis
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Post by dis on Nov 11, 2014 21:12:58 GMT
Prelim is entry level and the critique should be most encouraging and the horse only expected to be working towards working in a consistent outline and softening in the contact. Accuracy, forwardness and an even rhythm should all be counted highly. So at either of those 2 levels accuracy, straightness and forward will get good marks. Horses are marked by scales of training.
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smalley
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Post by smalley on Nov 12, 2014 18:39:39 GMT
At all levels the horse should work in an outline, as you move up the levels the outline changes - at prelim horses are expected to work in a longer, looser outline and higher up classes they are expected to have higher levels of engagement and so the poll is carried higher.
At the lower levels you will be marked on straightness, accuracy, rhythm, impulsion and also how well you do transitions and movements such as circles. If you ride in a good rhythm with plenty of impulsion, the correct bend/straightness and ride as accurately as possible then you should get positive comments. If you can get a balanced canter then try a prelim, especially if it's a simple one. You will probably get comments about your pony not working in an outline, especially if he resists the contact or gets tense but you can learn from the comments.
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Post by indie on Nov 13, 2014 17:33:41 GMT
Thanks everyone! While I am here: how do I train my pony to work in an outline? (preferably without the technical jargon). I know she needs to be working from behind, but how do I know she's doing that? Thanks again
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Post by indie on Nov 13, 2014 20:03:48 GMT
I've decided to do the intro test (intro B) seen as it's only my first show. Does anyone have any tips?
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Post by indie on Nov 15, 2014 14:09:48 GMT
Also, can the horse wear overreach boots as I read somewhere they weren't allowed to wear boots. Thanks
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Post by smalley on Nov 15, 2014 15:02:02 GMT
You can wear boots to warm up but make sure you take them off for the actual test! Also make sure you're in a snaffle bridle (no wilkies) with a only a flash, drop or cavesson noseband.
If your pony is working in a proper outline she should feel 'light' in your hand - so basically your pony will stay in the shape without you having to hold their head in. The pony's ears should also be floppy to the sides so he's relaxed and listening to you. To get this you have to use lots of leg into a soft contact, to encourage their head 'in' without stopping them going forward you can try gently moving your fingers (not your hands). It may be worth having a couple of dressage lessons to get some tips and advice that suits your pony because they're all different. You can look at the British Dressage rulebook which will tell you any other technical things you need to know.
Remember to ride accurately, not use your voice and most importantly smile at the judge and enjoy yourself! The more you do the more you'll learn so don't worry about being perfect your first time out.
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Post by indie on Nov 16, 2014 11:57:28 GMT
Thanks Smalley! I don't think I'll be going to that show because my friend (who was going to take me) needs to get her horsebox fixed - probably a good thing because I ordered a showjacket online and I can't move my arms in it, but I've found some more dressage shows coming up (the wonders of google!).
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