8577 Kelly

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1				Tests confirm that the horse is building on the elements from lower levels and is developing more engagement to show sufficient impulsion as the lengthened jog and lope are performed. The horse demonstrates a more consistent light contact with the bit. These tests introduce some collection, lateral and longitudinal balance, suppleness and emphasize harmony and ride-ability.			RIDER #	8577
2							NAME:	Kelly Gribauval
3							JUDGE:	Joann Williams
4							Max Pts:	310
5							Final Score:	64.355%
6							Show ID: 22-204
7	WDAA LEVEL 1 TEST 3
8			TEST	DIRECTIVES	POINTS	*	TOTAL	REMARKS
9	1	A X	Enter working jog Halt, salute Proceed working jog	Straightness; balanced, square, immobile halt with prompt, smooth jog transitions; regularity and quality of the jog.	7.5		7.5	failty straight and nicely forward
10	2	C	Track left, working jog	Balance and bend in the turn and corner; straightness; regularity and quality of the jog.	6.5		6.5	nds bend in turn.
11	3-4	H - X - K	One loop, working jog with 10m right circle at X
12	3		(Score for circle)	Size and shape of circle with inside bend; regularity and quality of the jog.	6	2	12	nds to push equally with both hind legs to maintain impulsion, show more consitency in bend
13	4		(Score for the loop)	Balance and correct changes of bend on loop at quarter lines; regularity and quality of the jog.	7		7	after the circle, stay on same posting diagonal until the QL. show a little more change of bend
14	5	F - S S	Lengthen the stride in jog Working jog	Moderate lengthening of stride and frame with same tempo as working jog; balanced transitions; balance & bend in the corners; regularity and quality of jogs.	5.5		5.5	very little difference in lengthening, bend horse with leg aid instead of crossing the rein over the neck toward the outside.
15	6-7	M - X - F	One loop, working jog with 10m left circle at X
16	6		(Score for circle)	Size and shape of circle with inside bend; regularity and quality of the jog	6.5	2	13	nds more left bend
17	7		(Score for the loop)	Balance and correct changes of bend on loop at quarter lines; regularity and quality of the jog.	7		7	show clearer changes of bend at QL, watch when you change your posting diagonals
18	8	A	Working walk	Willing, smooth transition; balance and bend in corner; regularity and quality of the walk.	7.5		7.5	fairly balanced with active walk strides
19	9	K - R R	Free walk Working walk	Balance and bend in the corner, horse willing to freely stretch the neck forward and down; relaxation; swing through the back; ground cover; willing, smooth transitions; straightness; regularity and quality of the walks	7	2	14	active with some overstep, show more difference in outline at R
20	10	Before M M	Shorten the stride in walk Half pivot or turn on the haunches left; Proceed working walk	Willingness to shorten stride; response to rider's leg with forward intention and correct bend; turn around the inside hind; willing, smooth transitions.	5	2	10	hind legs stepped out
21	11	Before R R	Shorten the stride in walk Half pivot or turn on the haunches right; Proceed working jog	Willingness to shorten stride; response to rider's leg with forward intention and correct bend; turn around the inside hind; willing, smooth transitions.	6.5	2	13	left hind stepped out in last step
22	12	M	Working lope, left lead	Willing, smooth transition; balance and bend in corner; regularity and quality of the lope.	7		7	could be more uphill
23	13	C Between C & H	Circle left 20m lengthened lope Develop working lope	Moderate lengthening of frame and stride with consistent tempo and balanced transitions; regularity & quality of the lope	5.5		5.5	needs a lot more ground cover, fell to inside shoulder near end
24	14	H - X - F X	Change rein, working lope Change of lead through 2-3 strides of jog	Straightness; willing, smooth and balanced transitions; regularity and quality of the jog and lope.	6		6	on forehand first half, show more clear strides of jog,be straighter in rt lead depart
25	15	A Between A & K	Circle right 20m lengthened lope Develop working lope	Moderate lengthening of stride and frame with same tempo as working lope; balanced transitions; balance & bend in the corner; regularity and quality of the lope	6		6	some difference, needs more
26	16	K - X - M X	Change rein working lope Change of lead through 2-3 strides of jog	Straightness; willing, smooth and balanced transitions; regularity and quality of the jog and lope.	7		7	could be more uphill in balance
27	17	M - S S	Continue on the track working lope Working jog	Balance and bend in the corners; willing, smooth transition; regularity and quality of the lope and jog.	7		7	keep poll highest point of neck
28	18	E Before E	Circle left 20m free jog Gather the reins; working jog	Stretch forward and down over the topline; moderate lengthening of stride and frame; maintaining balance and tempo; smooth, willing release and retake of the reins; size and shape of circle with inside bend; balance and bend in corner; regularity of the jogs	6	2	12	show more difference in stretching between FJ and WJ, keep circle round- fell out last quarter
29	19	A X	Down centerline Halt, salute	Balance and bend in the turn; willing, smooth transition to square, straight halt; immobility	6		6	slightly off CL, crooked in halt
30	Leave arena at A in a walk with looped or long reins.
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32		COLLECTIVE MARKS			POINTS		TOTAL	REMARKS
33		1	Gaits	Freedom and regularity	6.5		6.5	sometimes shortens stride behind with inside hind
34		2	Impulsion	Desire to move forward with suppleness of the back and steady tempo.	7		7	steady and active tempo through more of the test, shortens stride in smaller turns
35		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	Keep each hand on it's own side of neck and stay on the correct diagonal for each bending line, changing when bend changes
36		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		6	maintain activity eaually from both hind legs, use your legs to help him bend. half halts with forward driving aids will help uphill balance
37		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	7	2	14	horse and rider communicate well
38		continue to work on correctness of bending and balance by keeping both hind legs working equally and using half halts to help with balance. For the tack check, remember to run your fingers under the curb chain. Stand a little father away so we can watch you remove the bridle more clearly. thank you for showing both sides of the bit. Best of luck in the future
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41		POINTS:	199.5
42		ERRORS:	0
43		SUBTOTAL:	199.5
44		SCORE:	64.355%
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46		#8577, 8577-1 Kelly Gribauval Your horse has a lovely long stride most of the time, and you are a well balanced rider. I think that perhaps he is struggling a bit on slightly uneven footing and could use a little more engagement to help him stay balanced through the entire test. You present a very nice picture and harmonious partnership. At this level we want to see "more", more uphill balance, more engagement, more throughness, more consistency in the connection. I also school and show on grass, and school in my hay field and pastures. It's good for the horse and rider to work on varied terrain. The training opportunities are endless, To improve those qualities, clear transitions between gaits and within the gaits need to be done often. One of my favorite exercises to help with bend, balance, suppleness and connection is lengthening and shortening on a large circle. Put the horse in jog or lope,with a clear bending around your inside leg and seat bone, When the tempo is steady, use both of your legs to ask for a longer stride, keep the contact soft and following but enough that he stays on the bit, the frame should lengthen slightly as the stride lengthens, but don't throw the reins away. Get a quick response from your leg aids, then follow the motion with your seat and arms, but be passive with the legs. Lengthen half the circle, then sit taller while still following the motion with your seat, and think of making the lope or jog shorter and quicker so that he doesn't slow down. Try to use your hands as little as possible, a soft opening and closing of the fist to help the horse come together is fine, a passive contact with the inside rein at the same time will help keep the bend the same. You will find that it takes a quicker leg aid to shorten the stride than to lengthen .This will keep the hind legs coming under while you change the length of stride. Try to get response within the first 2 or 3 strides, then be passive with your legs, but ready to give reminders if he falls apart. Use the same concept with transitions from one gait to the next, use both of your legs to help him keep both hind legs working equally. Do jog-lope-jog while keeping the same bend and connection (frame). Half a circle or 3/4 of the circle in each gait to start with, then transition more often. An eventual goal would be 6 strides in each gait keeping bend and impulsion. That's an end product, and should only be done for a few minute. While doing these exercises, keep the contact as soft as possible with half halts as needed. In the Half halts, stretch tall, hug with your upper calves, close your fingers and then release all your aids a half stride later. Think about the hind legs coming under and the front end lifting. As the balance shifts to the hind legs, the neck will become rounder, the poll slightly higher and the contact even softer. then you know he's carrying himself.
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