SPOTLIGHT ON SERPENTINES



The serpentine is a very versatile schooling pattern, often required in Dressage tests from Prelim right up to Advanced level. This lesson is designed for Prelim/Novice level and uses variations on the serpentine shape in trot and canter (and introducing counter-canter) to help your horse to develop lateral suppleness, straightness and engagement.

Your trainer for this lesson is Kim Ratcliffe, a British Dressage trainer and List 1 Dressage Judge.

This session is 17 minutes and 31 seconds in length, and is designed to be listened to whilst you are riding your horse. You should ensure that you and your horse are warmed up before starting this lesson. Lessons are optimised for use in a 20m x 40m arena. A pdf lesson diagram is also included.

Important for Safety: Only listen to Sound Schooling audio lessons in a safe, enclosed area, and to your horse's (and your own) level of fitness. Listen at a safe volume, stay aware of your environment and ensure you can hear external sounds. Whilst designed by professionals, this audio is not a substitute for personal riding or safety instruction. By purchasing and using these recordings, you accept all risks and agree that Sound Schooling is not liable for any injuries, accidents or losses resulting from their use. Personal-use licence only.

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