EatSleepRideRepeat
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Hi all
I have some questions about jumping really, but here's a bit of background:
I was riding in a group lesson during the week for the last couple of years, but around six months ago, one way or another, people in my group peeled off, leaving me. Some people went into a different group, on a day that I was unable to, and others went on different days or stopped riding altogether.
So I started having half hour private lessons, and for some reason we never jumped (I think it was due to time pressure or something!) so I haven't jumped for about six months!
I recently got a bit more time, and was told i can still move into the other lesson, which is more a difficult group. Also, I have moved on to much larger horses as opposed to the little ponies I used to, due to a growth spurt. I've only ever jumped ponies that can sort out their own striding, and one way or another get over it without too much interference from the rider! I also have the attitude drummed into me that if the horse tries to back off, you 'kick and push them over it, even from a standstill'. I am aware that this is not a good attitude, but instinctively, this is how I respond to a pony backing off!
How does jumping smaller ponies differ from older ones, and what should I try to remember?
What can I do to gain some confidence as well? My lesson is in a few days, so I'm trying to gear up for it! Another question- does anyone have any general jumping tips, particularly about striding or position! My main fault is having my weight too much on the forehand.
I may not be jumping necessarily, but I have been told that is what they mainly do, and I am expecting it after chatting with one of the other riders!
Thank you everyone!
I have some questions about jumping really, but here's a bit of background:
I was riding in a group lesson during the week for the last couple of years, but around six months ago, one way or another, people in my group peeled off, leaving me. Some people went into a different group, on a day that I was unable to, and others went on different days or stopped riding altogether.
So I started having half hour private lessons, and for some reason we never jumped (I think it was due to time pressure or something!) so I haven't jumped for about six months!
I recently got a bit more time, and was told i can still move into the other lesson, which is more a difficult group. Also, I have moved on to much larger horses as opposed to the little ponies I used to, due to a growth spurt. I've only ever jumped ponies that can sort out their own striding, and one way or another get over it without too much interference from the rider! I also have the attitude drummed into me that if the horse tries to back off, you 'kick and push them over it, even from a standstill'. I am aware that this is not a good attitude, but instinctively, this is how I respond to a pony backing off!
How does jumping smaller ponies differ from older ones, and what should I try to remember?
What can I do to gain some confidence as well? My lesson is in a few days, so I'm trying to gear up for it! Another question- does anyone have any general jumping tips, particularly about striding or position! My main fault is having my weight too much on the forehand.
I may not be jumping necessarily, but I have been told that is what they mainly do, and I am expecting it after chatting with one of the other riders!
Thank you everyone!