The
Model of Progression puts the working relationship between horse and handler
into a practical context from ground work through riding. The model provides a framework
for assessment of the application of skills and understanding of the
natural
equine laws.
Riding
Mounting and Moving
Preparing to Ride
Leave / halt
Free up feet
through 4 gaits, (up/down)
180/360 Change of
direction (front/hind quarters)
Back
Front/hind
quarter yields during walk/trot
Ground Work
Mounting
Lateral and poll
flexion
Moving each foot
independently at request
Leave / Halt
Change of
direction (front and hind quarters)
Free up feet
through 3 gaits
Presentation of
articles to horse
Response to
slicker, tarp, flag, others
Handler in upper
plane
Pick up feet
Walk through
obstacles
(tarps, strips, puddle)
Saddling
Flexion (lateral
and poll)
Loose rating with
saddle/girth
Orientation horse
to handler
Leading
Lateral yield
(front / hind quarters)
Backing
Circle around
handler
Loose rating all gaits (up/down)