This is excellent Ali, upbeat and technically well explained especially with the ohotos. i now understand much better why the back is best to be STRAIGHt!!! thank you for posting
I'm going to be jumping (well really trotting, but just in case the horse decides to jump lol) my first Cavaletti next week and I wanted to learn how to sit right in case anything goes wrong, and this really helped me figure out how I'm gonna have to sit in the event that the horse actually *jumps* over it. This was very helpful.
All this time, I thought "over the center if the horse's gravity" meant in front of, and not on top of the horse's gravity. Thank you so much, I now know where you are supposed to be
At my barn, I'm not going to be able to jump for a long time. The reason why is beacuse my instructor likes to take it slow and easy, and make sure I complete my sitting trot on all the horses. Also because most of the 'bumpy' gaited horses there, are the only ones that can jump. But your videos help my a lot, even though I'm not physically jumping, yet, you still help me understand a lot of things. I love watching your videos, your like my inspiration! :)
@hanaandwillow Haha, that's a good question! I think everyone has to deal with stubborn horses at some point. And Noah hasn't always been as good as you might think ;) Have you watched the vid I have posted about crossing water? You can see him misbehave and a brief correction on my part. When I get home in October, I will definitely make a video on how to encourage your horse to behave. In the meantime, I'll also try to write an article about in on my website. Thanks for your comments! -Ali
Can you please make a basics about posting and diagonals please i have a girl who is learning wants to see. You make the best video's i can find so far.
Very very useful video Thanks! Could you answer me a question? When I jump, I sit on the saddle until the hands of the horse touch the ground. This in uncomfortable for him and he starts bouncing. I sit until that moment because I don't keep my suspension during the jump. How can avoid that my gravity centre goes backwards? Sorry for my bad english. Hope you can help me.
dragged down. You might want to consider riding her with a crop so that when she does pull you can give her a light tap to tell her "That's not allowed." Another option is that every time she pulls, you stop her and ask her to back up a few steps. You can also grab one rein in both hands to better resist her pull, or even turn her head to the side when she tries to pull. The whole trick is to let her know that pulling isn't okay.
@AmbzLPayne22 That's a tricky one to fix as well. I've got a blog entry on a few things to try on my website (look up "bad bridle behavior"). Making sure he's not in pain is always the first step. But if it's just rude behavior, you're going to have to find an effective way of countering it. And that will depend a lot on his personality and reactions. I'd recommend finding a good trainer to work with you and him on the ground. -Ali
If you're afraid you're going to fall off as you approach the jump, your body tell your horse that you're afraid, and he thinks you're afraid of the jump. So he's not going to want to go over it! I would go back down to ground poles until you get your confidence up. Only when you can ride up to and over the ground poles with confidence should you go on to crossrails and bigger jumps. -Ali
@Claire18Hi Hi, i have jumped a few years and come across the same problem. right before he is about the resist the jump, give him a click or kiss sound to get his attention and dont kick but give him a firm nudge with your boot:)
My suggestion would be to start with a good trainer. Nothing can replace the advice of a coach who's watching you ride, and it's much safer to have someone around to help you. I'll also try to get some more jumping videos up ;) -Ali
hey ali, great video! ive been riding for about 2 years now and i havent really jumped much, and my last lesson my instructor put me on her horse who is 17hh. i havent jumped on a horse bigger than 15hh. he has a really springy trot and canter. im scared to jump on him. is there any advice you can give me to over come my fear?:$ thanks!
Well, jumping with your arms out to the side is a good way to practice getting that feeling down. If you have a trainer, I would have her/him yell "Shoulders back!" a stride out from the jump. If you are aware of the problem, it's just a matter of practicing it until you can do it unconsciously. Also, make sure you're not getting ahead of the horse, as this can contribute to poor shoulder form. Lastly, try riding around the flat with a whip behind your back, tucked into each elbow. -Ali
Hi, I suppose it has been improving, but sometimes I hunch my back on the landing of the jump. I like my equitation other than that, and although it is getting better, it still happens. I know it is from my shoulders coming forward (It is totally fixed if, say, I jump with my arms out to the side, because it forces my shoulders back.) Any suggestions on how to fix that shoulder hunch?
It seems odd that you would BOTH come too far forward over the horse's neck AND need to work on your release, unless you are leaving your hands in your lap! Maybe you mean that you need to work on moving your hands but not your body up the horse's neck? In which case, I would recommend a neck strap, so you have a firm place to put your hands each time, and then you can work on keeping your shoulders back without worrying about your release. Practice over crossrails until you're comfortable. -Ali
Hi Ali, I've been riding for about 10 years and I'm 14, but due to me not owning my own horse, I haven't got much jumping experience. When I go to jumping clinics or lessons, I always find myself become quite nervous even though I know exactly how to jump, especially if it is in front of other people. Is there any way of me getting as confident as I am on the flat? Ps: I love your videos they are really fun to watch :) Amy x
my instructer was making me do a straight line hault and she wanted me to stay in 2 point after the jump but at the end i could sit,my horse pulls her head down and i get dragged down after a try to sit up do u have any tips???
Check out my website--I've got a blog on tips to overcome fear :) I totally understand getting nervous, especially in front of other people! It happens to me all the time. I'm glad you enjoy my videos! -Ali
@AmbzLPayne22 I have to agree with freyarolla. A horse that rears is very dangerous. You should have a professional trainer work with him until he stops this behavior. -Ali
I have a question: When I jump my leasing horse i always feel like i do not give my hands enough forward. The horse i ride does'nt stretch itself over the jump. So always when i give my hand more forward my trainer gets upset and says "don't throw yourself forward!" My hand is always flexible but i think its not enough forward. I will compete next weekend in a 80cm class and i am afraid that they will rate my jumping style as bad and that would be so embarrasing... Can you help me?
@horselover99100 Your horse has unfortunately learned a bad habit, which you'll have to teach out of her. She may be yanking you down because you pull on her mouth earlier when you shouldn't, so you should have your instructor make sure that you aren't doing that. Once you are sure you're not, you'll have to let your horse know that it's not okay to pull on the reins. Since you know she does it as you try to sit up, be prepared for it--drop your heels way down and sit up so you don't get (CONT)
I know this was seven years ago but if your still struggling with this here is a tip - if the horse knows he can't jump it he will refuse so make sure your not going too fast or too slow also you need to gather the horses legs underneath it so this by holdin them up not pulling them in the mouth exactly but by havin a pressure on the bit then before the jump release them and if they need it use leg or stick hope this helped ❤❤
Hey Ali! I was wondering. Do you mind watching some of my videos and tell me what I need to fix in my riding? And the horse in my new ones I got a few months ago! She's a really great horse! Pleassseeeee comment on my videos and tell me what you think!! Thanks!(:
Can you teach me please I want my own horse but I dont have one because we can't afford a horse or a barn or tack or even a house and I also want a house I love horses but riding camp is to expensive I love horses they are such beautiful creatures that when I first rode a horse (well a pony) I knew I wanted one. I want to be a vet when I grow up. I am really smart for my age (12) and I love to read so I learn from what I read and I have learned a bunch about animals especially horse so can you
This is excellent Ali, upbeat and technically well explained especially with the ohotos. i now understand much better why the back is best to be STRAIGHt!!! thank you for posting
I'm going to be jumping (well really trotting, but just in case the horse decides to jump lol) my first Cavaletti next week and I wanted to learn how to sit right in case anything goes wrong, and this really helped me figure out how I'm gonna have to sit in the event that the horse actually *jumps* over it. This was very helpful.
All this time, I thought "over the center if the horse's gravity" meant in front of, and not on top of the horse's gravity. Thank you so much, I now know where you are supposed to be
At my barn, I'm not going to be able to jump for a long time. The reason why is beacuse my instructor likes to take it slow and easy, and make sure I complete my sitting trot on all the horses. Also because most of the 'bumpy' gaited horses there, are the only ones that can jump. But your videos help my a lot, even though I'm not physically jumping, yet, you still help me understand a lot of things. I love watching your videos, your like my inspiration! :)
Thank you so much for the explanation. I love your enthusiasm for horse's.
You seem like a great rider & thanks for the vid!
@hanaandwillow Haha, that's a good question! I think everyone has to deal with stubborn horses at some point. And Noah hasn't always been as good as you might think ;) Have you watched the vid I have posted about crossing water? You can see him misbehave and a brief correction on my part.
When I get home in October, I will definitely make a video on how to encourage your horse to behave. In the meantime, I'll also try to write an article about in on my website. Thanks for your comments!
-Ali
Can you please make a basics about posting and diagonals please i have a girl who is learning wants to see. You make the best video's i can find so far.
This was super helpful, thanks!
Very very useful video Thanks! Could you answer me a question? When I jump, I sit on the saddle until the hands of the horse touch the ground. This in uncomfortable for him and he starts bouncing. I sit until that moment because I don't keep my suspension during the jump. How can avoid that my gravity centre goes backwards? Sorry for my bad english. Hope you can help me.
Hey! This really helped me a lot :) Thanks! Keep riding and keep updating :D
This is such a really helpful video! xxx
great video, very informative!!
dragged down. You might want to consider riding her with a crop so that when she does pull you can give her a light tap to tell her "That's not allowed." Another option is that every time she pulls, you stop her and ask her to back up a few steps. You can also grab one rein in both hands to better resist her pull, or even turn her head to the side when she tries to pull. The whole trick is to let her know that pulling isn't okay.
Thank you this was very helpful
@AmbzLPayne22 That's a tricky one to fix as well. I've got a blog entry on a few things to try on my website (look up "bad bridle behavior"). Making sure he's not in pain is always the first step. But if it's just rude behavior, you're going to have to find an effective way of countering it. And that will depend a lot on his personality and reactions. I'd recommend finding a good trainer to work with you and him on the ground.
-Ali
If you're afraid you're going to fall off as you approach the jump, your body tell your horse that you're afraid, and he thinks you're afraid of the jump. So he's not going to want to go over it! I would go back down to ground poles until you get your confidence up. Only when you can ride up to and over the ground poles with confidence should you go on to crossrails and bigger jumps.
-Ali
@Claire18Hi Hi, i have jumped a few years and come across the same problem. right before he is about the resist the jump, give him a click or kiss sound to get his attention and dont kick but give him a firm nudge with your boot:)
My suggestion would be to start with a good trainer. Nothing can replace the advice of a coach who's watching you ride, and it's much safer to have someone around to help you. I'll also try to get some more jumping videos up ;)
-Ali
hey ali, great video! ive been riding for about 2 years now and i havent really jumped much, and my last lesson my instructor put me on her horse who is 17hh. i havent jumped on a horse bigger than 15hh. he has a really springy trot and canter. im scared to jump on him. is there any advice you can give me to over come my fear?:$ thanks!
Thanks!!:)
That was Really helpful.
Well, jumping with your arms out to the side is a good way to practice getting that feeling down. If you have a trainer, I would have her/him yell "Shoulders back!" a stride out from the jump. If you are aware of the problem, it's just a matter of practicing it until you can do it unconsciously. Also, make sure you're not getting ahead of the horse, as this can contribute to poor shoulder form. Lastly, try riding around the flat with a whip behind your back, tucked into each elbow.
-Ali
THIS IS SOOOOO AWESOME !!!
thank you! I will try this :)
hi ali um if its not too much trouble can you make a video of when to get in a two point position please,! thanks you!
Hi, I suppose it has been improving, but sometimes I hunch my back on the landing of the jump. I like my equitation other than that, and although it is getting better, it still happens. I know it is from my shoulders coming forward (It is totally fixed if, say, I jump with my arms out to the side, because it forces my shoulders back.) Any suggestions on how to fix that shoulder hunch?
It seems odd that you would BOTH come too far forward over the horse's neck AND need to work on your release, unless you are leaving your hands in your lap! Maybe you mean that you need to work on moving your hands but not your body up the horse's neck? In which case, I would recommend a neck strap, so you have a firm place to put your hands each time, and then you can work on keeping your shoulders back without worrying about your release. Practice over crossrails until you're comfortable.
-Ali
Hi Ali,
I've been riding for about 10 years and I'm 14, but due to me not owning my own horse, I haven't got much jumping experience. When I go to jumping clinics or lessons, I always find myself become quite nervous even though I know exactly how to jump, especially if it is in front of other people.
Is there any way of me getting as confident as I am on the flat?
Ps: I love your videos they are really fun to watch :)
Amy x
@Natalie Weidick i have the same problem, plz let me know when she tells you:)
my instructer was making me do a straight line hault and she wanted me to stay in 2 point after the jump but at the end i could sit,my horse pulls her head down and i get dragged down after a try to sit up do u have any tips???
you have such a good seat.My dad always ses i have a good seat
Check out my website--I've got a blog on tips to overcome fear :) I totally understand getting nervous, especially in front of other people! It happens to me all the time. I'm glad you enjoy my videos!
-Ali
@AmbzLPayne22 I have to agree with freyarolla. A horse that rears is very dangerous. You should have a professional trainer work with him until he stops this behavior.
-Ali
@ChloeRosie14 Good eye! Noah's a Morgan, which has a lot of Arab in it.
-Ali
I have question
Is it necessary to go to competition before starting jumping
I have a question: When I jump my leasing horse i always feel like i do not give my hands enough forward. The horse i ride does'nt stretch itself over the jump. So always when i give my hand more forward my trainer gets upset and says "don't throw yourself forward!" My hand is always flexible but i think its not enough forward. I will compete next weekend in a 80cm class and i am afraid that they will rate my jumping style as bad and that would be so embarrasing... Can you help me?
i havent jumped since i was 8 and im 10, i dont get the basics and i forgot due to being too far from a jumper. i need advice.
@horselover99100 Your horse has unfortunately learned a bad habit, which you'll have to teach out of her. She may be yanking you down because you pull on her mouth earlier when you shouldn't, so you should have your instructor make sure that you aren't doing that. Once you are sure you're not, you'll have to let your horse know that it's not okay to pull on the reins. Since you know she does it as you try to sit up, be prepared for it--drop your heels way down and sit up so you don't get (CONT)
how do you make your horse jump when he's in front the obstacle?????
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the horse i use will always stop in front of it...
I know this was seven years ago but if your still struggling with this here is a tip - if the horse knows he can't jump it he will refuse so make sure your not going too fast or too slow also you need to gather the horses legs underneath it so this by holdin them up not pulling them in the mouth exactly but by havin a pressure on the bit then before the jump release them and if they need it use leg or stick hope this helped ❤❤
I love horses I want a black one
hi ali,
im loving you vids but i wanted to ask what breed is noah and how old is he. He looks part arab. :)
Hey Ali! I was wondering. Do you mind watching some of my videos and tell me what I need to fix in my riding? And the horse in my new ones I got a few months ago! She's a really great horse! Pleassseeeee comment on my videos and tell me what you think!! Thanks!(:
Can you teach me please I want my own horse but I dont have one because we can't afford a horse or a barn or tack or even a house and I also want a house I love horses but riding camp is to expensive I love horses they are such beautiful creatures that when I first rode a horse (well a pony) I knew I wanted one. I want to be a vet when I grow up. I am really smart for my age (12) and I love to read so I learn from what I read and I have learned a bunch about animals especially horse so can you
Hi ali
your really pretty
At my barn, I'm not