Show-jumping was originally created in the twentieth century in Italy as a discipline to put less stress on the horse. Later on, it was used to train military horses and riders but now it is a sport for all riders. Here is a guide on how to jump properly:
Technique:
Though it may seem simple, show-jumping is a complex and technical disciple which takes a long time to learn.
Technique 1: Rise in your when your horse jumps – this makes you less likely to fall off and allows your horse to jump higher.
Technique 2: Look UP when you jump – your head is the heaviest part of your body so don’t make the job harder for your horse.
Technique 3: Be confident while you jump – if your horse senses that you are nervous, he will be nervous too.
Rules:
Refusal: this is if your horse refuses to jump and it will give you a 4 second penalty.
Fall: this is if you fall off your horse at any time in the competition and it immediately disqualifies you.
Knock over: this is if your horse knocks over a bar and it will give you a 4 second penalty.
If you get three faults, you will be disqualified.
Happy Jumping!!!
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Your series of posts about horses have taught me (a horse novice) so much already and now you’ve shared your knowledge of Show Jumping. You are also clearly inspiring the others bloggers in your group and are developing a warm writer’s voice that successfully communicates your horse expertise. Well done – you’re a brilliant blogger! I 🧡 the information you’ve selected to include in the introduction.
You’re the expert but I think there might be something missing from Technique 1. 🐎
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