Half-turn and counter-shoulder-in

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Created by Appaloo Equestrian

Type of session

Dressage Medium

Work area

Arena

Necessary equipment

None

Goal(s)

Good exercise for suppling the horse.

Process

On the track, start to perform a half-turn. When you reach the track, maintain a slight angle relative to the rail to perform a counter-shoulder-in.

Difficulties

The horse must not lose impulsion during the execution of the exercise.

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