Dressage helps the naturally gaited horse develop long striding pushing gaits and engaged carrying gaits that improve the former to form full range of motion. If you are like me, training your naturally gaited horse using humane methods appeal to you. No mechanical devices. No artificial enhancements. No pads or heavy shoes. No harsh bits. […]
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Does rider position effect smooth gaits? There are many ways to ride a naturally gaited horse. The video below captures moments of me and my naturally gaited Tennessee Walking Horse, Makana, at ages 6-19. You’ll see a variety of riding positions and their effect on the quality of her smooth gait. Video: Rider Position and
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Transforming a hard trot into a smooth gait using dressage. Second Chapter of Naturally Gaited: Lady In the depths of winter 2012, I received a panicked call from a friend who needed to move her grade gaited horse, Lady. When Lady arrived, she had two gaits: a walk and hard trot. Over progressive steps of
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The first chapter of Naturally Gaited Horse began in 2007 with a 3-year-old Tennessee Walking Horse filly named Makana, a Hawaiian word for ‘gift’. That’s when our “Dressage is More than Trot” journey began and continues today. First Chapter of Naturally Gaited Horse: Makana In 2007, my introduction to naturally gaited horses began with Makana,
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Yes, I rode bumpy, trotting horses for decades. I have been an avid student of dressage since 1988: taking lessons, riding and training a variety of horses. Then I learned about naturally smooth gaited horses. My aging body longed for a comfortable ride and that’s when I began my search. The breed wasn’t important as
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All horses have natural gaits. So, what is the difference between a horse with natural gaits and a naturally gaited horse? What is a Naturally Gaited Horse? By Jennifer Klitzke As a dressage rider, I help my horses develop their full range of motion and symmetry for quality gaits in a state of relaxation and
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Are you aware of the various riding positions that exist? Have you considered how your riding position can impact your horse’s smooth gait? Did you know that by adopting the right riding position can give you confidence to navigate through unexpected spooks? Riding Position and its Effect on the Gaited Horse By Jennifer Klitzke As
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