10123 Pamela

	A	B	C	D	E	F	G	H	J	K
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; 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.			JUDGE	Patti Thompson
2							RIDER #	10123	Link:	https://youtu.be/AVNcxf1FTnw?si=Ey8zSoyAt4IQ4o8V
3							NAME:	Pamela Smith	Notes:
4							Max Pts:	220
5							Final Score:	60.455%
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8	2022 WDAA INTRO LEVEL TEST 1						Horse	Ginger
9						Aug 2024	WDAA Show ID	24-379
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11	1	A C	Enter working jog, proceed down center line without halting Track left, working jog	Straightness; regularity and quality of the jog; balance and bend in the turn.	6		6	Started straight then drifted to the right of centerline. Could use corner between C and H better. Ask for more suppleness and bend.
12	2	E - B B	Half circle left 20m, working jog Proceed straight ahead, working jog	Balance and inside bend on the half circle; straightness; regularity and quality of the jog.	6		6	Steady tempo on circle. Horse could reach better over topline to connection, head a bit too high.
13	3	Between M & C	Develop working walk	Willing, smooth transition; balance and bend in the corners; regularity and quality of the walk.	6.5		6.5	Obedient transitons but try not to cross hands over horse's neck on the inside. (Left hand)
14	4	H - B B	Change rein, free walk Working walk	Horse willing to freely stretch the neck forward and down; relaxation; swing through the back; ground cover; willing, smooth transition; regularity and quality of the walks.	6	2	12	Clear stretch out. Encourage horse to stretch more down as well. Lower hands for a more direct line to the bit.
15	5	F	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.	7	2	14	Well maintained and fairly well balanced
16	6	Between A & K	Develop working jog	Willing, smooth transition; straightness; regularity and quality of the jog	6		6	Jog is slow to develop. Rider's hands could be quieter in connection.
17	7	E - B B	Half circle right 20m, working jog Proceed straight ahead, working jog	Balance and inside bend on the half circle; straightness; regularity and quality of the jog.	6		6	Half circle is shallow and started early. Should start a E and end at B.
18	8	Between F & A	Develop working walk	Willing, smooth transition; balance and bend in the corner; regularity and quality of the walk.	5.5		5.5	Counter bending in corner. Make sure your shoulders match the horse's shoulder position to help with proper bend and balance.
19	9	K - B B	Change rein, free walk Working walk	Horse willing to freely stretch the neck forward and down; relaxation; swing through the back; ground cover; willing, smooth transition; regularity and quality of the walks.	5	2	10	Shows some stretch out. Could show more difference and encourage stretch down. A little wiggy on Diagonal line.
20	10	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	2	12	Reins are too long and halt not maintained for 4 seconds. Prepare earlier for transition.
21	11	Between C - H H - X - F	Develop working jog Change rein, working jog	Willing, smooth transition; balance and bend in the corners; straightness; regularity and quality of the jog	6.5		6.5	Better promptness in transition here. Could use corners better to show better bend and balance.
22	12	A X G	Down centerline Working walk Halt, salute	Balance and bend in the turn; straightness; regularity and quality of the jog; willing, smooth transition; regularity and quality of the walk; balance in downward transition to square, straight halt; immobility.	6.5		6.5	Over shot the centerline. Prepare for turn onto centerline sooner. Somewhat corrected but halt still to the left of centerline. Obedient but not quite square.
23	Leave arena in free walk. Exit at A.
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25		COLLECTIVE MARKS			POINTS		TOTAL	REMARKS
26		1	Gaits	Freedom and regularity	7		7
27		2	Impulsion	Desire to move forward with suppleness of the back and steady tempo.	6.5		6.5	Could show better suppleness. Tempo was fairly well maintained
28		3	Rider’s Position, Seat, and Hands	Well-balanced elastic seat demonstrating vertical, centered alignment, with light independent contact from hand(s)	6		6	Rider is following movement of horse in hips. Must work on core strength and balance to help with connection and for better independent, quiet hands. Reins get too long at times.
29		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	5.5		5.5	Rider could be more accurate and use corners better. Also watch placement and size of half circles. Working on a steady but elastic connection will help improve this.
30		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	5.5	2	11	Getting a more steady and elastic connection with more core strength will help this become a more harmonious picture.
31		Well suited pair. Rider has a correct and following seat which is very important. Today, I would like to have seen a steadier and more elastic connection from lower and quieter hands. Core strength is a key to this. Accuracy will also help show true potential of this horse and rider. (When showing the bit at the end of your test, for safety, keep the reins around the horse's neck)
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36		POINTS:	133
37		ERRORS:	0.000%
38		SUBTOTAL:	133
39		SCORE:	60.455%
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