10547-1 Sarah

	A	B	C	D	E	F	G	H	I	J
1				PURPOSE: Tests provide an introduction to the discipline of Western Dressage; the horse performs only at the walk and jog. The rider should demonstrate correct basic position, use of basic aids, and understanding of the figures. The horse should show relaxation; and harmony between horse and rider is important. The horse accepts the aids and influence of the rider. The jog should be a natural gait within the horse's scope and should demonstrate a swinging back.			RIDER #	10547-1	Link:	https://youtu.be/1UoImT0Mtv0?si=1nDgaOlmRSjlP3Hx
2							NAME:	Sarah Bitzer	Notes:	requires extra
3							JUDGE:	Janice Mumford
4							Max Pts:	200
5							Final Score:	64.750%
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7	2022 WDAA INTRO LEVEL TEST 3
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9			TEST	DIRECTIVES	POINTS	*	TOTAL	REMARKS
10	1	A X	Enter working jog Halt through the working walk, salute Develop working jog through the walk Proceed working jog	Straightness; regularity and quality of the jog and walk; straight, balanced, immobile halt with smooth transitions.	6.5		6.5	straighter into halt
11	2	C H - X - F	Track left, working jog Change rein, working jog	Balance and bend in the turn and corners; straightness on diagonal; regularity and quality of the jog.	6		6	neck overbent in corner causing outside shoulder to escape in turn at H, maintain steady tempo F-A
12	3	A	Circle right 20m, working jog	Size and shape of circle with inside bend; regularity and quality of the jog; straightness; balance and bend in the corner.	6		6	tension in contact 1st 1/2
13	4	K - X - M	Change rein, working jog	Straightness on diagonal; regularity and quality of the jog; balance and bend in corner.	6	2	12	slight right drift, tempo could be steadier 2nd 1/2
14	5	C	Circle left 20m, working jog	Size and shape of circle with inside bend; regularity and quality of the jog; straightness; balance and bend in the corner.	7		7	fairly steady tempo
15	6	Between C & M	Develop working walk	Willing, smooth transition; balance and bend in the corner; regularity and quality of the walk.	6.5		6.5	keep poll steady at withers height
16	7	E - B B	Half circle left 20 m Working walk	Horse willing to freely stretch the neck forward and down; relaxation; swing through the back; ground cover; straightness; willing, smooth transition; regularity and quality of the walks	6.5	2	13	stretch could be steadier
17	8	M	Halt 4 seconds, proceed working walk	Balance in transition to square, straight halt; immobility; willing, smooth transition; regularity and quality of the walk; balance and bend in the corner.	6.5	2	13	open stance in front
18	9	Between C & H	Develop working jog	Willing, smooth transition; balance and bend in the corner; straightness; regularity and quality of the jog.	6.5		6.5	retracting inside rein
19	10	E - F	Change rein, working jog	Straightness on diagonal; balance and bend in the corner, regularity and quality of the jog.	7		7	fairly steady tempo
20	11	A X	Down centerline Halt through the walk, salute	Balance and bend in the turn; straightness; regularity and quality of the jog and walk; balance in downward transition to square, straight halt; immobility.	7		7	almost straight
21	Leave arena in free walk. Exit at A.
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23		COLLECTIVE MARKS			POINTS		TOTAL	REMARKS
24		1	Gaits	Freedom and regularity	6.5		6.5
25		2	Impulsion	Desire to move forward with suppleness of the back and steady tempo.	6.5		6.5	steadier tempo
26		3	Rider’s Position, Seat, and Hands	Well-balanced elastic seat demonstrating vertical, centered alignment, with light independent contact from hand(s)	6.5		6.5	hands closer together
27		4	Rider’s Correct and Effective Use of the Aids	Evidenced by the horse's responsiveness; steady elastic connection cultivating athletic expression. Accuracy - precise placement of the figures and transitions, the effectiveness of the rider's aids determines the accurate fulfillment of the required movements of the tests	6.5		6.5	improve bending aids, wide hands restrict
28		5	Harmony	The horse accepts the aids and influence of the rider with attention, relaxation and confidence; and demonstrates a willing partnership between horse and rider resulting in a free flowing performance	6.5	2	13	steadier in connection
29		Work to improve lateral suppleness with hands closer together making better use of seat & leg aids. Much potential with improved basics
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34		POINTS:	129.5
35		ERRORS:	0
36		SUBTOTAL:	129.5
37		SCORE:	64.750%
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39		On a diagonal line put 2 cones about 4 feet apart on either side of X & 1/4 lines so you have to ride between them for a K-X-M line. You will have to looke ahead in the turn and turn the shoulders at K. Keep both legs on and ride from your legs straight between the quarter line, centerline the the last quarter line cones/poles. Concentrate on making better use of steering from your legs. Keep your hands closer together, when wide one tends to retract them. Practice riding down the centerline and focus on A and see if you can keep your horse straight from your legs. Practice the medium walk and don't let the poll drop below the withers, this is tending towards free walk. Try riding several 10m circles in the corner at K then turn up the centerline to improve accuracy. Repeat at F several 10m circles then turn up the centerline. This will improve lateral suppleness and develop a straighter centerline at the start. When approaching a corner remember keep your legs on so he doesn't slow. This is a natural inclination of a horse so to keep a steady tempo one as to anticipate and put your leg on.
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