Arlene, this pair is actually taught by a local dressage trainer whose work I really respect. If you watch closely (it's hard to stop looking at that pony's cute forelock trim as he goes through the test!) you will see the little rider's hips moving with the pony's back during the walk, esp. the free walk. I also love how the little girl combs the reins as she comes in to halt at X.
What I love was the pony's expression and pricked forward ears. He is certainly eager to please his young rider, moving forward with bounce and spring and not soured at all. I think he is actually enjoy this exercise.
Cindy Sydnor and her daughter Eliza (who is working with this adorable young pair) train and teach classical dressage with a focus on harmony between horse and rider. It tickles me that that shows up in such a small/young pony/rider team.
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That was adorable, what a cute little pony! Actually, I thought the rider was pretty good too, considering how young he/she looked.
Arlene, this pair is actually taught by a local dressage trainer whose work I really respect. If you watch closely (it's hard to stop looking at that pony's cute forelock trim as he goes through the test!) you will see the little rider's hips moving with the pony's back during the walk, esp. the free walk. I also love how the little girl combs the reins as she comes in to halt at X.
What I love was the pony's expression and pricked forward ears. He is certainly eager to please his young rider, moving forward with bounce and spring and not soured at all. I think he is actually enjoy this exercise.
A "fall in love" moment for me !!
Cindy Sydnor and her daughter Eliza (who is working with this adorable young pair) train and teach classical dressage with a focus on harmony between horse and rider. It tickles me that that shows up in such a small/young pony/rider team.
Beth, I think a lot of folks are having that reaction. I would have loved to have seen that test in person. :)
Very cute, and you rarely see a pony who's so engaged and willing in the work!
Kate, I agree. This little guy is not a Thelwell!
Cute as anything & not a sign of rollkur. Just as it should be !
No spurs or whip! No double bridle! No bleeding tongue! Isn't it amazing?
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