Introduction to Rider Biomechanics

UNFORTUNATELY, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED.

As part of the North Dakota Equine Association’s Equine Education Retreat, this presentation will explain how your posture affects your partnership with your horse and, ultimately, your performance. Whether you are competing at the highest level or simply enjoy riding your horses for pleasure, the principles of Rider Biomechanics make complicated ideas simple and answer age-old questions. Most riders will remember being told that they should sit straight, withtheir thumbs on top and their heels down – but many riders don’t know why these are important. Topics covered will include: position, balance and seat, effects of natural asymmetry, the training scale and how some common riding habits can have a negative impact on the horse. Attendees will receive a Certificate of Attendance.
$70/person