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Model of Progression

Home 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)

 


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