Today was the most fun I’ve ever had learning to ride a horse. My new friend Juan spent the afternoon teaching me about rein contact and leg positions. These principles unlock an infinite amount of potential and are the beginning of endless amounts of fun.
As I began to understand and learn how to apply these techniques, we created the challenge to side-pass Chief onto the sidewalk and ask him to rest one leg on the porch.
This combination of principles resulted in a communication that I’ve never experienced before! There was a balance of giving and taking, a dialog of direction and effort, that was indescribable!
Though it was small exercise that may not seem like much… I am elated and looking forward to continuing this journey!