Difference between Prelim & Novice....

Prelim tests basically ask for working trot and canter on large circles, serpentines etc and some medium and free walk.

Novice tests include medium trot and canter strides, rein back, counter canter, changes of leg through trot, give and retake the rein in canter and smaller circles.

In order to perform these slightly more difficult movements with ease the horse will need to be more established in his balance and connection then they would have to be to do a good prelim test.
 
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