9240 Sebastian

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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 #	9240
2							NAME:	Sebastian Palmer
3							JUDGE:	Lillian Evaniew-Phelan
4							Max Pts:	200
5							Final Score:	64.500%
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7	2022 WDAA INTRO LEVEL TEST 4
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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		6	more bal and stability in halt
11	2	C M - F	Track right, working jog One loop 5m off the track	Balance and bend in turn and corners; balance and correct bend on loop; regularity and quality of the jog.	6.5		6.5	cld have clearer bend
12	3	A	Circle right 20m, working jog, proceed working jog	Size and shape of circle with inside bend; regularity and quality of the jog; straightness; balance and bend in the corner.	6.5		6.5	regular jog, nds more supple bend
13	4	E B	Turn right, working jog Turn right, working jog	Balance and bend in the turns; straightness; regularity and quality of the jog.	7	2	14	fairly fluid in turns
14	5	F - A - K	Continue on the track, working jog	Balance and bend in the corners; regularity and quality of the jog.	7		7	regular maint bend
15	6	K	Working walk	Willing, smooth transition; straightness; regularity and quality of the walk.	6.5		6.5	maint connection
16	7	E - M M	Free walk 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; balance and bend in the corner	5.5	2	11	nds to show more reach in topline and swing
17	8	Between C & H H - F	Develop working jog One loop 5 meters off the track	Willing, smooth transition; balance and correct changes of bend on loop; regularity and quality of the jog; balance and bend in the corners	6.5		6.5	quiet trans, more stdy connection and bend
18	9	A	Circle left 20 meters, working jog	Size and shape of circle with inside bend; regularity and quality of the jog; straightness; balance and bend in the corners.	6.5		6.5	more fluid bend
19	10	B E	Turn left Turn left	Balance and bend in the turns; straightness; balance and bend in the corner; regularity and quality of the jog.	6.5	2	13	cld be smoother in turn at b, fluid at E
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 transitions; square straight halt; immobility.	6		6	str8 to x loosing bal into halt , haunches left
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		6
26		3	Rider’s Position, Seat, and Hands	Well-balanced elastic seat demonstrating vertical, centered alignment, with light independent contact from hand(s)	7.5		7.5
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
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
29		very nicely turned out pair, a very well positioned rider with much potential! I appreciate the snaffle bit and no spurs. Extra feedback: first off practice your halts first impression is important. Your halts are worth at 20 percent of your score and in some tests more. Have someone spot you from the ground to help square your horse if you dont have mirrors. Practice halts throughout your every day rides and end your rides at x with a square halt then dismount when the horse gets it right, and reward with treats if you can,,,if you are still having trouble dismount and square your horse from the ground like in a showmanship pattern. Also your horse is very busy with its mouth , I like the snaffle you are using, check to see the bit is correctly fitted and your horses teeth have been floated, with a busy mouth it makes the horse appear not willing, unhappy and lacks harmony. Looking at your leather chin strap, looks a bit tight and needs to be properly positioned thru the keepers. Work towards a supple clear bend from head to tail not just in the neck through your turns corners and circles, think of a banana your horse needs to be in the shape of a banana, not 2 x 4 plank. You have a lovely quiet vertical riding position , however try to achieve riding more through your seat and seat aids helping your horse to swing more thru its back. I hope that helps, Western Dressage and Dressage is a long journey , and you never stop learning :)
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34		POINTS:	129
35		ERRORS:	0
36		SUBTOTAL:	129
37		SCORE:	64.500%
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