8339 Olivia

	A	B	C	D	E	F	G	H
1				PURPOSE: To introduce the rider and/or horse to the sport of dressage. To show understanding of riding the horse forward with a steady tempo into an elastic contact with independent, steady hands and a correctly balanced seat. To show proper geometry of figures in the arena with correct bend (corners and circles).			RIDER #	8339
2							NAME:	Olivia Smutniak
3							JUDGE:	Robyn Nunally
4							Points Possible:	160
5							Final Score:	60.938%
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8	USDF INTRODUCTORY LEVEL – TEST B
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10			TEST	DIRECTIVES	POINTS	*	TOTAL	REMARKS
11	1	A X	Enter working trot rising. Halt through medium walk. Salute - Proceed working trot rising.	Straightness on centerline and in transitions; clear trot and walk rhythm.	7		7	fairly straight
12	2	C	Track left, working trot rising.	Balance and bend in turn.	6		6	reins long; could be more forward and supple
13	3	E	Circle left 20 meters, working trot rising.	Roundness and size of circle; clear trot rhythm and bend.	6		6	show inside bend and more energy
14	4	Between K & A	Medium walk.	Willing and balanced transition; walk rhythm.	6.5		6.5	prompt; sluggish walk steps
15	5	F-E	Free walk.	Complete freedom to stretch neck forward and downward; clear walk rhythm, straightness on the diagonal; ground cover.	5.5		5.5	should show active/deeper reach to the bit with march
16	6	E-H	Medium walk.	Willing and balanced transition; clear walk rhythm.	6		6	clear but slow steps
17	7	Between H & C	Working trot rising.	Willing and balanced transition; clear trot rhythm.	6.5		6.5	well placed but sluggish steps
18	8	B	Circle right 20 meters, working trot rising.	Roundness and size of circle; clear trot rhythm and bend.	6		6	be more forward and supple
19	9	A X	Down centerline. Halt through medium walk. Salute.	Straightness on centerline; willing, balanced transition and halt.	6		6	overshot C line
20	Leave arena in free walk. Exit at A.
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22		COLLECTIVE MARKS			POINTS		TOTAL	REMARKS
23		1	Gaits	Freedom and regularity	6		6	tight steps
24		2	Impulsion	Desire to move forward with suppleness of the back and steady tempo.	6		6	should be more active
25		3	Submission	Acceptance of steady contact, attention, and confidence.	6	2	12	more bend and elasticity
26		4	Rider’s Position and Seat	Keeping in balance with the horse	6		6	reins long, encourage more energy
27		5	Rider’s Correct and Effective Use of the Aids	Correct bend and preparation of transitions	6		6	ask for bend
28		6	Geometry and Accuracy	Correct size and shape of circles and turns	6		6	Straightness on C lines
29		What a wonderful, confidence building horse! Work on developing more energy throughout your test.
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34		POINTS:	97.5
35		ERRORS:	0
36		SUBTOTAL:	97.5
37		SCORE:	60.938%
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39		I love this wonderful horse! Give some extra treats from me 😊 As you learn and become more confident, practice trying to walk and trot a little faster. Maybe just half a circle add some energy, try to post a little quicker. Even in the walk, encourage a little more with your legs and seat. Practice posting on the correct diagonals. Although not required in dressage, correct diagonals influence balance and improve the overall picture. Sit 2 beats down to change the diagonal. As your balance and confidence develops, also practice riding with your reins shorter and hands down more. As you rise up in the post, think of pushing your hands down. Shorter reins will also help you ride the circles and turns more accurately. Prepare earlier for your turns onto C line…it takes your horse a couple strides to turn his whole body and get straight again. Check to be sure your saddle is well centered and your stirrups are even. Ensure that your weight is evenly distributed to each side – the same amount of pressure on each stirrup. Work on sitting up taller and keeping your elbows closer to your ribcage. Good luck as you progress!
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