I grew up working at a dressage show barn, and saw several of the higher level riders doing this, but was way too green to understand. I feel like a long- dark lightbulb just went on! This was fantastic, and your position during all this was barely seemed to budge. There will always be haters, but I found this very educational. (And you KNOW we'll be getting the same not so perfect moments while we train/ ride, so your tips on how to work through it are great. )
Geez Amelia, I am thoroughly impressed with this video. Not only how you develop his cadence, but your explanation is so articulate, making it easy to understand and apply to my training. Love your work. Lynda 🙌🏼🥰
Thank you for posting this. There is so little info on developing cadence on these breeds. Your decision to include the weaker moments helps me soooo much. I have a lusitano/dutch wb cross. We've spent 2 yrs developing his trot. This is the highest I've gotten w a horse, progress is slow. We get a great trot going but we cant sustain it for more than a minute- yet. My instructor has trained a few horses like this so it is fairly new to her. Once he gets warmed up and then we find straightness the cadence comes. It fades and brightens. Sometimes she is not happy w the 'fade'. I think he is trying very hard to figure it out. His shoulders feel incredibly light and high and loose. She doesn't like that his hind legs aren't as under as they could be. So she does not want me to continue. I kinda feel like I should let him explore. I'd love to see more on your progress w him.
Yes!! I’ll share more. It’s for sure a process and sometimes the hind legs are a bit out when they first learn to lift the shoulders but eventually the two ends will come together! I would let him explore and maybe introduce some half steps from the ground also will help 😁😁😁
I love this video. I've started the half steps and my horse hops in front and the back legs jump together it's just nice to know that this is all quite normal until it all comes together to be a beautiful trot. Thank you.
Great video! Thanks so much because I can absolutely relate - I'm training a PRE now and working through similar challenges- tries to rush and throw his front end out and when he sits on his butt, he's lovely. Super ride Amelia and I always enjoy and learn from your videos!
I really love watching the training in progress! Thank you for sharing this stage of his trot training! It’s helps me understand the steps in the process!
Loved this Amelia, Mercurio is just beautiful & you're such a skilled trainer. Love to watch & listen to you at work! Such an admirable ability! Thankyou for sharing 🐎💝🙏
Super Amelia.. you are such a talented rider. IT is so nice that you put yourself out there in these videos. I am sure you help so many people in finding the soft, real connection with the horse. I am way over on the upper east coast and winter keeps us inside to school, so these videos are help keep us fresh. Thank you and Keep up the Good Rides
Great video, it really shows the difference the expression makes between the trots...and such a sweet horse, concentrating and trying really hard for you. On a techie note, I like the videos with the voice over. The ‘tap tap’ of the mic on the live videos can be a little distracting. Great vid as always
Really good video, I just started to put this together myself and I’m wondering why none of my trainers ever presented this part of training. Ive had many people tell me the trot needs to be better but this is the first time I’ve seen the process explained. Thank you and I hope to ride with you some day :)
I have a 4 year old lusitano. How soon would you start introducing half step work in hand and then under saddle? Thanks Amelia! I learn so much from you and your brother! :) xo
You can start now with the in hand. I usually wait until they are 6 or 7 to do under saddle. It often takes that long to get the basics and the relaxation good enough under saddle and you don't want to ruin your walk!!
I love dressage and wish I had pursued it when younger. So excuse this question if it sounds ignorant: would he trot better if he didn't have such a big bend in his poll?
Hi! Yes great question. Because he is not quite strong enough in the hind leg he gets a little bit strong in the bridle and curls. You are correct as he gets stronger behind and stays more up and out with his neck he will trot even bigger!
@@AmeliaNewcombDressage I love to watch what you do! While I don't ride dressage, I can use some of what you are teaching in other aspects. Thanks for putting the videos on UA-cam!
Can you tell us how to teach the 1/2 steps - can I do this on my older beginner horse - we are both new to dressage so is this too advanced - I have a test coming up with a lengthened trot ? Thank you - love watching and listening to you :)
Hi Sarah! I do have a couple videos on how to teach the 1/2 steps or piaffe. I usually start teaching it first from the ground before trying it under saddle.
I just released a video on the piaffe ua-cam.com/video/MnyPFrTa_XE/v-deo.html a PRE is a breed of horse. You can teach all those movements from the ground first!
The piaffe "starts" with half steps, not the other way round. Joseph has a video series on his channel teaching half steps in hand. I believe in this method because it allows the rider to see the steps rather than feel them from the saddle. It also give horses the idea of what we want in a simple format, step by step. But, depending on your skill and the temperament of your horse, you would do well to find a trainer to help you with this work. It can open a can of worms if you make mistakes. But what I find most interesting about your comment is that you noticed the horse's ears getting loser as he developed more expression. This is one of the characteristic signs by which to identify the beginnings of "throughness" and very seldom known or understood by amateurs. I'm not making this up. LOL I worked with a trainer who was obsessed (in a good way) with the indispensable need for throughness. He repeatedly pointed out the soft ears and the expression in the eyes that were a positive step toward that goal. Good for you to notice this!
@@shirleybroady it was one of the first things I noticed on the first video I saw of Amelia. I don't remember the horse or the topic of the video now, but I remember how the horse's ears were so loose. I see it in a very simplistic way. She keeps her horse relaxed and in a learning frame of mind. I have been enjoying her videos ever since and picked up a few ideas for my own journey. I have seen some of Joseph's videos as well but I don't have all the pieces so I'll have to go back and rewatch some of them. Thank you for your feedback. Another appealing part of Amelia's channel is that there is a good community of people interested in helping each other learn. To me the inside of the horse is so deep that a horseman and women can work their whole lives with horses and feel like they haven't even scratched the surface. Thank you.
@@danw6014 You're welcome. Yes, they say it takes two life times to understand horse training. They also say, "enjoy the journey"......and so often that it has become a cliche.......but it's still the best advice you can give a horse lover. :-)
Everything about you excudes kindness, Amelia. You may not be aware of all the things you are teaching your viewers. Beautiful, beautiful. Thank you.
Awe!! Thank you! I was a bit nervous about posting this video to be honest as it is a work in progress!!
I agree Trish. I have learned so much from Amelia.
He's trying so hard, what a good boy! Beautiful riding and training.
I grew up working at a dressage show barn, and saw several of the higher level riders doing this, but was way too green to understand. I feel like a long- dark lightbulb just went on! This was fantastic, and your position during all this was barely seemed to budge. There will always be haters, but I found this very educational. (And you KNOW we'll be getting the same not so perfect moments while we train/ ride, so your tips on how to work through it are great. )
Thank you! Glad you had some lightbulb moments!!
What a beautiful horse and great training session 🏇👌
Geez Amelia, I am thoroughly impressed with this video. Not only how you develop his cadence, but your explanation is so articulate, making it easy to understand and apply to my training. Love your work. Lynda 🙌🏼🥰
Hi Omygosh! I just can’t stop watching this horse. He is so absolutely beautiful and he is blessed To have you as his teacher.
PeaceAndLove
Lori
He is amazing! Thank you!!
Thank you for posting this. There is so little info on developing cadence on these breeds. Your decision to include the weaker moments helps me soooo much. I have a lusitano/dutch wb cross. We've spent 2 yrs developing his trot. This is the highest I've gotten w a horse, progress is slow. We get a great trot going but we cant sustain it for more than a minute- yet. My instructor has trained a few horses like this so it is fairly new to her. Once he gets warmed up and then we find straightness the cadence comes. It fades and brightens. Sometimes she is not happy w the 'fade'. I think he is trying very hard to figure it out. His shoulders feel incredibly light and high and loose. She doesn't like that his hind legs aren't as under as they could be. So she does not want me to continue. I kinda feel like I should let him explore. I'd love to see more on your progress w him.
Yes!! I’ll share more. It’s for sure a process and sometimes the hind legs are a bit out when they first learn to lift the shoulders but eventually the two ends will come together! I would let him explore and maybe introduce some half steps from the ground also will help 😁😁😁
I love this video. I've started the half steps and my horse hops in front and the back legs jump together it's just nice to know that this is all quite normal until it all comes together to be a beautiful trot. Thank you.
Great video! Thanks so much because I can absolutely relate - I'm training a PRE now and working through similar challenges- tries to rush and throw his front end out and when he sits on his butt, he's lovely. Super ride Amelia and I always enjoy and learn from your videos!
I really love watching the training in progress! Thank you for sharing this stage of his trot training! It’s helps me understand the steps in the process!
Yay!! Glad it’s helpful!!
Loved this Amelia, Mercurio is just beautiful & you're such a skilled trainer. Love to watch & listen to you at work! Such an admirable ability!
Thankyou for sharing 🐎💝🙏
Happy to! Glad you're enjoying the videos
Super Amelia.. you are such a talented rider. IT is so nice that you put yourself out there in these videos. I am sure you help so many people in finding the soft, real connection with the horse. I am way over on the upper east coast and winter keeps us inside to school, so these videos are help keep us fresh. Thank you and Keep up the Good Rides
Awe! Thank you!!
The steadiness in your core is something that I aspire to have. Maybe one day!
Big boy trot training! I use similar methods with my horse to help him with his cadence. 😊
Love the PRE horses! You are such an awesome trainer! I am learning so much! Thank you ❤️
Great job Amelia!
Thank you Amelia ..lovely video and narrative 🐎💕
Been waiting for this !! excellent session. Thank you 😊
Great video, it really shows the difference the expression makes between the trots...and such a sweet horse, concentrating and trying really hard for you.
On a techie note, I like the videos with the voice over. The ‘tap tap’ of the mic on the live videos can be a little distracting.
Great vid as always
Ok!! Will try more voice overs!! Sometimes it’s easier for me to explain what I’m doing in the moment!!
Really good video, I just started to put this together myself and I’m wondering why none of my trainers ever presented this part of training. Ive had many people tell me the trot needs to be better but this is the first time I’ve seen the process explained. Thank you and I hope to ride with you some day :)
Love this video! Very helpful. Need more like this! ❤️
Yayyyyyy! My son is a PRE ❤️❤️❤️
Really good training 😊😍
I would to have a lesson from you 😍 Your video's are so nice and helpfull!
I have a 4 year old lusitano. How soon would you start introducing half step work in hand and then under saddle? Thanks Amelia! I learn so much from you and your brother! :) xo
You can start now with the in hand. I usually wait until they are 6 or 7 to do under saddle. It often takes that long to get the basics and the relaxation good enough under saddle and you don't want to ruin your walk!!
How do you teach half steps?
Good question! I start teaching them from the ground. I have a few groundwork videos on my channel for this.
I love dressage and wish I had pursued it when younger. So excuse this question if it sounds ignorant: would he trot better if he didn't have such a big bend in his poll?
Hi! Yes great question. Because he is not quite strong enough in the hind leg he gets a little bit strong in the bridle and curls. You are correct as he gets stronger behind and stays more up and out with his neck he will trot even bigger!
@@AmeliaNewcombDressage I love to watch what you do! While I don't ride dressage, I can use some of what you are teaching in other aspects. Thanks for putting the videos on UA-cam!
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Fascinating video, but how do you teach half steps?
I just released a video on this! ua-cam.com/video/MnyPFrTa_XE/v-deo.html
Why do you have so many mirrors? Is it for rides to check the posture? ;)
Thanks
Can you tell us how to teach the 1/2 steps - can I do this on my older beginner horse - we are both new to dressage so is this too advanced - I have a test coming up with a lengthened trot ? Thank you - love watching and listening to you :)
Hi Sarah! I do have a couple videos on how to teach the 1/2 steps or piaffe. I usually start teaching it first from the ground before trying it under saddle.
Thank you :)
What is and how do you do a half step? I can’t do a shoulder in or haunches in? Or a half pass. What is PRE?
I just released a video on the piaffe ua-cam.com/video/MnyPFrTa_XE/v-deo.html a PRE is a breed of horse. You can teach all those movements from the ground first!
When you teach the horse the half step, does that start out as a piaffe? I found it interesting that your horse's ears were looser as he smoothed out.
The piaffe "starts" with half steps, not the other way round. Joseph has a video series on his channel teaching half steps in hand. I believe in this method because it allows the rider to see the steps rather than feel them from the saddle. It also give horses the idea of what we want in a simple format, step by step. But, depending on your skill and the temperament of your horse, you would do well to find a trainer to help you with this work. It can open a can of worms if you make mistakes.
But what I find most interesting about your comment is that you noticed the horse's ears getting loser as he developed more expression. This is one of the characteristic signs by which to identify the beginnings of "throughness" and very seldom known or understood by amateurs. I'm not making this up. LOL I worked with a trainer who was obsessed (in a good way) with the indispensable need for throughness. He repeatedly pointed out the soft ears and the expression in the eyes that were a positive step toward that goal. Good for you to notice this!
@@shirleybroady it was one of the first things I noticed on the first video I saw of Amelia. I don't remember the horse or the topic of the video now, but I remember how the horse's ears were so loose. I see it in a very simplistic way. She keeps her horse relaxed and in a learning frame of mind. I have been enjoying her videos ever since and picked up a few ideas for my own journey. I have seen some of Joseph's videos as well but I don't have all the pieces so I'll have to go back and rewatch some of them. Thank you for your feedback. Another appealing part of Amelia's channel is that there is a good community of people interested in helping each other learn. To me the inside of the horse is so deep that a horseman and women can work their whole lives with horses and feel like they haven't even scratched the surface. Thank you.
@@danw6014 You're welcome. Yes, they say it takes two life times to understand horse training. They also say, "enjoy the journey"......and so often that it has become a cliche.......but it's still the best advice you can give a horse lover. :-)