When should you move up a class?

[HashRouge]

Because, personally, I wouldn't take a horse out that I couldn't control in all paces. There is unbalanced etc, but the way you've described the canter sounds dangerous and I certainly wouldn't want to be riding in a warm up with a horse like that!

But if she isn't cantering him in public and he isn't the sort of horse to try to canter without being asked (which it sounds like he isn't) then I don't see what the issue is. It sounds like the OP has done multiple competitions since she got him without his canter (or lack of!) ever being an issue, so I don't see why you think she should suddenly stop taking him out when he is doing well and making great progress each time.

 

[MileAMinute]

In fairness you did say you are still at risk of being splatted against the wall in canter, and that you had been hurled onto the bonnet of a car not so long ago so I can see where some may be concerned. Sounds like you've made your mind up anyway so good luck

Yep, this is entirely what I was basing my reply upon. Best of luck with whichever classes you choose to do.

 

[SpringArising]

I had this conversation with my trainer the other day and said I was nervous and she said just go to get used to the atmosphere. Anyway here is our less than perfect canter 😆https://youtu.be/ROiGou4AdAU

Off topic but please lose some weight off that horse.