Looks easy on a well trained horse.

Rosalind would you be able to explain the aids? I have an untrained horse and I have not done this before x

@@jeniball2456 Alas no. That's why I made the comment. Emile is a top rider at Olympic level The aids for all lateral work can be very confusing. It is all about the subtleties of using the inside leg, outside leg and the flexion on the reins and these need to be explained by the expert which sadly I am not. Get those wrong due to the confusion of the rider not giving clear instruction and the horse will make mistakes. Head to the wall Travers) and Tail to the Wall( Renvers) are good examples of this, and although I can recognize them I cannot execute them with any confidence. So my friend, perhaps someone else reading this may like to step forward and take us through the aids. Unfortunately, these wonderfully talented riders often assume that we know more than we do. One thing I can tell you though with confidence is that the execution of correct lateral work is vital for the development of all horses no matter which disciplines they practice. Suppleness, balance, obedience and good manners all are improved by using all these movements so it's in our interests as intelligent riders and trainers to get them right so they can be used regularly to improve the way a trained horse moves.

@@rohansrider Thank you so much for replying. I feel like it's the blind leading the blind at times ;) xxx

@@jeniball2456 Try and find an instructor who can do a one to one and take you through it. First by demo and then you try it. if you live in the UK, lessons are around £40 for a private session usually 45 minutes.The guy in the video is a very advanced rider.

@@rohansrider I usually have a lesson with Stephen Clarke but it's all over for the time being :) Just trying to up my game at home now and not waste time xxxx