Going the distance
BACK TO SCHOOL! That’s the message this issue, as we head to the arena or training field with the bare minimum of equipment, and get set to hone our horses’ balance, rhythm and suppleness. These three simple concepts are the foundations of all training, especially when you leave the ground, and time spent developing them will arm you with a toolkit of skills that will make any technical lines or tricky distances a breeze when you hit the showjumping ring or cross-country course.
Top competition horse producer and three-day eventer John Paul (JP) Sheffield is a master at getting the best out of every horse and rider combination. He explains how to become a more successful, confident partnership, and up your control and accuracy over fences.
SCHOOLING solutions
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:
• How to improve your horse’s balance, rhythm and suppleness
