Plotter? Panster? When referring to their writing method, fiction writers say they are plotters and pansters. A plotter uses structure to lay out the story and then fills in the details accordingly. Plotters know when the hero will make a life and death choice, or when to introduce relationships, new situations, struggles, and raise the stakes. Structure is like having […]
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Say foundation and most people readily think of a house. Check out what the website This Old House says about foundations. “A proper foundation does more than just hold a house above ground. It also keeps out moisture, insulates against the cold, and resists movement of the earth around it. Oh, and one more thing: It […]
An over-mounted beginning rider can have so many problems that I wonder why any instructor would allow it with their students. Recently I visited a schooling show where I didn’t know any of the players. The show had a laid back, peaceful feeling at a great location. The classes ranged from walk trot poles on the ground […]
3 things are required to teach beginner trot poles knowledge of how to use trot poles (see – Trot Poles – TheSet Up for Riding Lessons) a horse trained for trot poles (see – Trot Poles- Teaching the Lesson Horse) a lesson plan Fear It always surprises me to meet accomplished riders who are fearful of […]
Fear in beginners usually stems from a sense of not being in control, whether it’s the horse or the student’s own body that causes the problem. It’s easier for adult beginners to understand the concept of being a leader and taking charge but telling that to kids can fall on deaf ears. Kids need to […]
Before you start teaching trot poles to your students you’ll need to be sure the horse they ride is confident over trot poles. Just because your lesson horse is well trained in other areas don’t expect him to automatically accept trot poles. Some horses take to trot poles immediately and others need time to accept their use. […]
Trot poles (or ground rails) are one of the most versatile tools for a riding instructor. They can be used for all types of horses and riding, and by changing their configuration they can be used at all three gaits. Their use is only limited by the instructor’s imagination. Trot Poles vs Cavalletti Trot poles […]
A simple game can give your students the opportunity to practice skills while having fun in their riding lesson. The Bandana Game can be played with all ages and skill levels. I’ve included the basics in this post but there are lots of ways to use this game. Play is only limited by your imagination. […]
It’s winter. It’s cold. What better way to warm up your lessons than by including bareback riding? Pull saddles off and give your students a leg up on those nice furry backs. Bareback naysayers will tell you: It feels weird: Bareback riding is a very different sensation from riding in a saddle. Riders who are […]
A habit is defined as an automatic response to something. Developing the right habits in our students is one of the goals of good riding instructors. Even though repetition can be boring, riding instructors should embrace repetition because correct repetition develops good habits. According to Ann M. Graybiel in this MIT News article http://news.mit.edu/1999/habits “. . […]
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