Introduction to the Western Dressage Walk
Western Dressage
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Western dressage trainer Tim Christensen explains the importance of transitions in a dressage test. He walks you through the basics of transitions and demonstrates riding a correct downward transition.
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An Introduction to Transitions
Watch as Western dressage trainer Tim Christensen demonstrates his technique for working your horse through a distraction.
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Working Your Horse Through a Distraction
The rhythm and cadence of every footfall is important in dressage. Tim Christensen explains the origin of dressage and why you need to pay attention to your horse's footfall in Western dressage lower-level gaits and maneuvers.
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Lower-Level Gaits and Maneuvers
In this video, Tim demonstrates the left/right drill that he had his non pro riders do in the last video. He shows you exactly what the circles are supposed to look like, and explains why this is a great drill for warming up your horse.
