The Rounded Diagonal

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Type of session

Dressage Medium

Work area

Arena

Necessary equipment

None

Goal(s)

Work on bending and precision of the halt.

Process

Start from the track at working trot. Perform a half-circle to find yourself on the AC diagonal. Ask for a halt at X. Resume working trot, perform a half-circle in the opposite direction to return to the track.

Difficulties

Achieve a clear trot/halt transition and alternate the bends.

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