Intermediaire—Kelsey Dunlap and Heirendale SBF—Day 1

Olympian Sabine Schut-Kery works with Kelsey Dunlap and her talented Hanoverian gelding Heirendale SBF. Sabine discusses the importance of engaging the horse in the tempo, without adding speed, to articulate the joints and movements. The pair work on the volte and fostering connection from the leg to the reins to create throughness. Sabine advises that the hands must stay quiet and not ride the neck, as this is only a reflection of what is behind the saddle. Together, Kelsey and Sabine work through Heirendale being reactive by staying in rhythm and helping him to feel comfortable with the challenge.