Connection…. it's such a buzzword in the horsemanship space! 
 
But it’s hard to quantify. It’s subjective. It’s elusive…some may think it’s even a bit ‘woo woo’. 
 
I think it’s kinda like the 'half halt' in dressage- everyone has a slightly different definition of exactly what it is, and people have trouble explaining it! But once you know, you know! 
 
Connection is super important- an absolute fundamental of horsemanship!
 
So in part one of this 3-part Horsemanship Fundamentals Series, I talk all about connection including: 
What connection is, what it looks & feels like
What problems can arise if you and your horse lack connection
8 mistakes people make when trying to achieve connection
10 things you can do to help improve your connection

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