6/ AUGUST 2011 THE RIDER Natural Horsemanship & Body Control Foundation Reining Training


“Lateral Flexion is the key to vertical flexion.” ~Clinton Anderson


SOFT IN THE FACE


One of the key areas where a horse is trained to be light, supple, & responsive is what is referred to as being ‘Soft In the Face’. You may have heard it as:


Breaking at the Poll, ‘Broke Loose’~ Shawn Flarida


Giving to bit pressure. Giving at the poll.


“There are 3 key compo- nents in the (horse’s) body that you have to have broke. 1. Being the poll; the jaw area. The horse has to be really soft in that area and give his head.” Shawn Flarida (Personal Train- ing Video Series, Episode 1 – Spin). He speaks of ‘breaking loose’ those areas or making them soft to make the spin more efficient and pretty to watch. (I highly recommend these eVideos for those inter- ested in reining training. Please contact http://www.thegreen- shirt.com/ for more informa- tion.)


Another derivative is the Flex to Stop, Flex to Slow Down, E1RS, using softness in the face for transitions and safety.


benefit from being trained to attain softness in their face, shoulders and then rib cage & hip.


tionality.


This is often what is referred to as controlling the 3 main body parts (from shoul- ders forward, shoulders to hip, from the hip back) Some train- ers like Clinton Anderson call it the 5 main body parts: head (poll) & neck, shoulders, rib cage & hip.


It keeps them healthy and improves longevity. Can a horse be retro-fitted? Yes they can. You can certainly put this training on your horse at any time. You will have less trou- bles and better rides. It can be very rewarding to get that type of communication and respon- siveness from your horse.


As you’ve read in my articles, this is a basic compo- nent of body control, body con- trol foundation, basic western dressage and basic english dressage that deals with supple- ness. (If you want more infor- mation, please feel free to view my website.)


All horses past their ini- tial starting under saddle would


Horses are much better able to perform the tasks you require of them while being ridden. Especially in those areas such as the show pen that require a high degree of func-


Putting My Spin on Softness of the Face Reinersue


@KISS Reiners


About the Author: Susan Dahl, proudly the newest member of www.Toklat.com’s Myler (Bit) Ride Team, is a certified pro- fessional horse trainer, NCCP coaching theory certified, writ- er, competitor, clinician and owner/operator of Foundation Reining Training Centre, where she specializes in natural horse- manship & body control foun- dation reining training or West-


Horses in the Hills of Headwaters


Saturday, September 24th to Sunday,


October 2nd, 2011


Mark your calendar for this 9-day celebration of all things equestrian in the Hills of Headwaters.This year’s event includes our 4th annual Headwaters Stable Tour, a breeder’s parade of horses, equestrian fair, workshops, industry clin- ics, demonstrations and competitions.


Horses in the Hills of Headwaters The Hills of Headwaters region of Ontario is one of the most concentrated equestrian areas in the province of Ontario. Throughout the hills of Caledon, Erin and Dufferin County (includ- ing Orangeville, Mono, Mulmur, Amaranth, East Garafaxa and East Luther Grand Valley) you will find some of the country’s premier horse breeding farms, coaching and training


facilities, riding schools, boarding stables, equestrian ranches, suppliers (including farriers, veterinarians, feed, bedding and tack shops) and a wide range of equestrian events. This year’s event includes: • Breeders’ Parade of Horses


• presentation at the Erin Fairgrounds


ern Dressage for horse & rider. She has trained & won numer- ous ORHA, NRHA, & Reining Canada Top 10 awards. For more information on her very innovative & fun approach to training, clinics, lessons, or


coaching, please visit her web- site www.reinersuehorseman- ship.com or Reinersue@hot- mail.com.


Destination Equitation


• Our 4th annual Headwaters Stable Tour, featur- ing a Public Circuit and Private Circuit Tour • Gypsy Vanner Fair


• Our 2nd annual Destination Equitation provin- cial forging competition


• Provincial Equine Forum – Conference & Gala Dinner


• Leisa Way starring in Sweet Dreams: A Tribute to Pasty Cline, featuring the Wayward Winds at the Erin Fairgrounds


Business Profile Equine Specialty Products


• Equine Family event featuring Ribfest & BBQ, the Square-Dancing Tractors, and an outdoor equine movie drive in


Training horses is both a challenging and rewarding experience. From training young or green horses to retraining horses from one discipline to another, it is best done by a professional with knowledge, skill, patience and the right equipment. Having quality and effective training equipment can make the challenge much more successful and safer for the horse, rider and handler. Equine Specialty Products has an entire line of unique training aids, and horse essen- tials, which assist in the training of these majestic, noble and intelligent equine ath- letes. They also carry a line of products for assisting in rider training. Their products are designed for the horse, rider and handler to be safe and successful in the quest to have all horses and riders perform to the best of their abilities, regardless of discipline.


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Rearing, as an example, is considered one of the most dangerous of all vices. The debate on correcting and preventing this behavior is varied. Equine Specialty Prod- ucts has a device called the Rear Stop. Attaching to the girth and the bit rings, the Rear Stop discourages head raising leading to rearing. Constructed of quality materials, this aid is safe, simple to use and effective. Of the other horse training aids carried exclusively by Equine Specialty Products the Buck Stop, Lugeability, Remus, Romulus, Pee Wee Bit, and the Start Right Long Reins all perform in specific ways to achieve the desired outcome from your horse. All aids


are made from quality materials and are safe and easy to apply.


Rider training and assistance products they carry include The Professional Arm Position Aid (P.A.P.A.), a device worn by the rider to assist with back, arm and hand position, The Stability Strap enables a deeper more stabilized seat and/or a safety strap for challenged or beginner riders and The Mailer Bridging Reins, made from fine English leather, solve the problem of slipping reins by providing an inventive non-slip alterna- tive to knotting the reins.


• Workshops, industry clinics & demonstrations


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Equine Specialty Products also has unique essentials for all horses and riders. The Cool-Heat Blanket allows the horse to effectively regulate its own body tempera- ture preventing overheating and chills caused by fluctuating weather conditions. The Dry Seat Saddle Pad allows the rider the comfort of a wrap-around wind and rain proof skirt during rides in inclement weather, which stores away in a zippered pocket in the front of the saddle pad until needed. They also carry the Equine Scratcher, designed for maximum itch relief without the worry of potential injury.


Equine Specialty Products is pleased to offer these unique training aids and horse essentials to horses and riders of all disci- plines. Give them a call at 416-528-3878, or visit their website www.equinespecialtyprod- ucts.com for more information


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