Jumping without stirrups!

[EquiGal92]

Anyone got any tips for me?!

My instructor at the riding school said next week she wants me to go over a small cross pole without stirrups. I asked if I could have the smoothest horse in canter hoping that it would help me along the lines of staying on and I going to pad myself up with shoulder pads alongside my body protector.

Am I just over reacting to the thought of it being scary or is it just easy as pie if you remember any good tips?

Can you tell that I'm worried? LOL so please try and put my mind at ease and I've got nothing to worry about

 

[Happy Hunter]

The trouble is - the best thing to do is relax!
a whole week of worrying will see you a nervous wreck by then!!!

Take a look at the pictures of this amazing jump with no stirrups - (infact no saddle) - let it inspire you = then listen to your instructor.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/kimbenson45/5674839637/

 

[ex racer rider]

Dont panick and ride it the same. Riding with or without stirrups isnt much different and riding without will actually make you a better rider as you will aquire a deeper and more balanced seat.
1 tip however if you grip make sure its with your core muscles and thigh's and not your knees or you may need those shoulder pads ;-)
watch some videos of bareback jumping on youtube and you could also get an idea on how best to ride it.
good luck.
leah

 

[EquiGal92]

Thanks guys, it'll probably only be a frew inches off the ground LOL!

Anyone else want to share more tips for me?