Description:
Riders may be asked to canter on a straight line on either lead or to canter in a circle.
Options:
- Open divisions may be asked to hand gallop showing change in speed between canter and gallop.
- Figure 8
How is it Judged?
- Penalty for incorrect lead
- Smooth transitions and balance judged
- Reward for soft canter (lope)
- Flying leads will not be required but a simple change may be asked
- Flying leads will be rewarded
- Canter to a halt may be judged in the same obstacle
- Quiet aids and responsiveness of horse rewarded
- Rider should be balanced and quiet in the seat