Dressage Exercises 101 Crossword

An exercise to straighten and balance the canter
A figure used to teach changing the bend and equal engagement
A bending exercise between 6 and 20 meters
A lateral movement in which the haunches are on the track, the forehand is to the inside of the track, and the bend is in the direction of go
A type of turn (on the) where the horse's front legs transcribe a larger circle than the hind legs
An exercise to teach uphil balance and throughness either gait to gait or within the gait
A movement performed in diagonal pairs where driving aids meet a longer restraining aid to start
A movement done on diagonal lines with bend in the direction of travel
Performed after the 3rd beat of canter and during the period of suspension
A type of turn (on the) that loosens the hips and teaches initial side stepping
Best place in the arena to increase bend and adjust tempo or balance
A beginning bending lateral movement that encourages engagement and collection on the inside hind leg
An exercise related to renvers and half pass which encourages uphill balance when ridden with forward engagement
When ridden perfectly on the spot, may create some loss of 3 beat rhythm in canter but with no loss of impulsion
In all gaits, showing maximum thrust, power, and stretch
Two beat tempo, on the spot or one horse length of travel forward
Lateral exercise to strengthen lat muscles and increase lateral swing of shoulders and hips
Advanced strength building exercise when performing maximum suspension in the trot
Used to alleviate boredom, build confidence, and help balance and tempo