In this series, senior international judge and course designer Randy Roy critiques riders’ positions over fences, praising good form and pointing out flaws and how to correct them. We are looking for brave souls to send us their photos! Email your high-resolution jumping pics to editor@horse-canada.com.
Maddy Ball & Theodore (pictured above)
Correct:
– you are totally engaged and flowing with your horse
– demonstrating an excellent release
– a very pleasing, confident overall look
Needs Improvement:
– stirrup needs to come back into your foot
– perhaps a 1/2 hole longer with your stirrup
– opening your knee will bring you closer to your tack