Introduction to Western Dressage
Western Dressage
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4m 36s
Western Dressage is one of the fastest growing disciplines in the horse indusrty and is being offered by many associations. This unique style of riding combines the traditional Western gear with the elements of traditional dressage. Multiple world champion trainer Tim Christensen introduces the discipline and explains how it came to be. He also talks about his transition from the all-around discipline to Western dressage and what he will cover in this unique series.
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Stephany starts by watching the rider moving on the horse at a walk in both directions. This rider is a Western Dressage rider on a 15-year-old grade gelding. Stephany said that one challenge facing Western Dressage riders is that in older Western saddles, the stirrup bars are placed more forward...
