After so many questions about the advanced movement of Passage, this, I hope, is a very concise explanation.
"Passage is a measured, very collected, elevated and cadenced trot. It's characterised by a pronounced engagement of the hindquarters, a more noticeable flexion of the knees and hocks, and the graceful elasticity of the movement. Each diagonal pair of legs is raised and returned to the ground alternately, with cadence and a prolonged suspension". BD.
This 10 year old Lusitano is extremely talented and athletic so the ongoing training for the Passage is very rewarding and progressive. His finesse, understanding and power are increasing all the time and he is a pleasure to work with.
Taking time is important, the Passage is a very difficult exercise for the horse and requires immense concentration, strength and balance. Equally, the rider must be advanced to "sit" the power of the horse whilst understanding the movement, having the correct timing and execution of the aids in order to elevate and control each step.
Our rider Liz said this: "Riding Passage is one of the best feelings. I have owned this amazing horse from a 6 month old colt and every step of his journey has been, and continues to be, exciting and rewarding but somehow riding piaffe and passage are just so very special. As these movements become better and better it motivates me to aim for more each time I ride. We both have come so far and I am eternally thankful to Andy who has overseen our training, literally from backing to now. His unwaivering enthusiasm and superb tuition has been incredible and I am so very, very grateful".
For dressage, jumping, equitation or general lessons, please do get in touch. Lessons available riding your own horse or one of ours.
Tel: 07971545826.
A sneak behind the scenes peek of the training done in advance of Emmerdale's 50th. Caspian rearing on queue. The addition of the wind machine took things to a new level once on set but as ever, Caspian is a true pro! The lovely Claire King who plays Kim Tate loved the horses and even commented on This Morning in an interview that "...the horses were fantastic and did all their shots in one take..." praise indeed π
Caspian riding down to the Emmerdale set to practice in the wind machines.
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