10547 Sarah

	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; 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	Link:	https://youtu.be/HS38YIS-WnE?si=_0p3xLKMaYBkor22
2							NAME:	Sarah Bitzer	Notes:	requires extra
3							JUDGE:	Janice Mumford
4							Max Pts:	200
5							Final Score:	61.250%
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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.	6.5		6.5	straighter in & out of 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.	4.5		4.5	counter bent in turn at C, very shallow loop
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		6	circle flat on open side, some loss of straightness K-E
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.	5.5	2	11	too much outside rein at E causing counter bending, needs better balance around inside leg at B
14	5	F - A - K	Continue on the track, working jog	Balance and bend in the corners; regularity and quality of the jog.	6		6	maintain steadier tempo F-A, fussy in contact after
15	6	K	Working walk	Willing, smooth transition; straightness; regularity and quality of the walk.	6.5		6.5	march could be more consistent
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	6.5	2	13	willing stretch, improve swing in back, medium walk starts at M not after
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	5.5		5.5	slightly shallow, neck getting overbent 2nd 1/2 arriving at rail before K
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		6	neck overbent causing circle to flatten on open side
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.	7	2	14	fairly balanced
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	overshot turn on centerline, shoulders right in halt
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 & more supple in back
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	wide hands
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		6	improve bending aids, correct placement of figures
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	2	12	fussy in contact at times
29		Work to develop a more even connection in both reins to improve suppleness over topline. A more supple topline line improves swing in back. Pair has potential
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34		POINTS:	122.5
35		ERRORS:	0.000%
36		SUBTOTAL:	122.5
37		SCORE:	61.250%
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39		At E & B put cones 1/2 way between the rail & the centerline then move it 3 feet towards the rail. Now ride a 5m loop to the rail & back and just skimming the outside of the cone. You & your horse will be on the centerline on the cone. This will place you in the correct placement. Ride up the centerline towards C & turn left or right then ride several circles in the corner. This will give you a feel for the turn at C with correct bend. Think of using both reins not a more dominant outside rein which causes the horse to be counter bent. At a put cones at the A & centerline points of the 20m circle. Going right start at the A cone ride 4 feet past K touching the rail, ride to the centerline cone then 4 feet before F touch the rail finally back to the A cone. Keep looking ahead towards then next point of the circle. During the free walk approaching M just past the quarter line first pick up a little bit on the inside rein then the outside rein then repeat until you have gathered the reins up at the letter M. Remember don't lift the inside rein, turn the key to improve lateral suppleness.
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