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Not-So-Speedy Dressage

From Endurance to Dressage

I Own a Rock Star!

7/3/2013

 
I made a big claim yesterday so it seems only fair to back it up. Here's the Training Level Test 1 score sheet.
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Seriously!!! We scored above 60%!
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Eight of the 14 scores are 6.5 or higher!
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I got a 7 for rider's position and seat!!!!!!
Now, I know that I am the first one to poo-poo high scores earned at schooling shows. I still recognize that the scoring at a schooling show is not of the same caliber as that seen at a USDF show. Even so, this test was way, way better than the one just a half hour before. And given that the judge was so free with the 4s in the Intro test (obviously earned), I feel that the 7s were equally fair for the Training Level Test.

As I made the transition to working trot between B & F and then came down centerline for my halt and salute, I had a huge and confident smile plastered on my face. I knew it was a good test. It felt ... right. I have rarely had that feeling riding Speedy G. Sydney is just so athletic and correct in his movements that I had no doubt we were going to earn 6s and 7s. I can't wait to get more relaxation from him as I know our scores will continue to go up.

I wish we had another show in the next week or two, but we don't. It would really help to build on our recent success. Sydney does have two shows in August, a CDS-rated show and a schooling show, so hopefully we don't lose our momentum.

I am pretty proud of my boy!
Tracy
7/2/2013 11:42:35 pm

Wow! It really sounds like you worked through Sydney's issues and that you are on your way to more success. Congratulations! I sure hope you patted yourself on the back, because you definitely deserve it!

Karen
7/3/2013 01:42:29 am

I am definitely proud of how we got through this test. Now, we just need to build on this success and turn it into more. Thanks for the kudos. :0)

Kely link
7/2/2013 11:55:14 pm

Way to go! You have worked so hard with Sydney and it is certainly paying off.

Karen
7/3/2013 01:44:18 am

Thanks, Kelly. I was reading some of my old posts and can't believe how much better Sydney is for me now. Just six months ago I thought I should sell him.

Austen link
7/3/2013 01:00:52 am

Awesome! What good comments, too. Sounds like all that canter schooling helped him get his mind wrapped around doing his job at a show. Good for you guys!

Karen
7/3/2013 01:47:38 am

I find it so interesting that six months ago we couldn't canter, and now, the canter is his favorite gait. When he's anxious, he finds the canter scary, but I've also found that the canter relaxes him. So as long as I can get him cantering, he finds relaxation in the rhythm. But anyway, thank you for the positive feedback - we're doing our best. :0)

Lauren link
7/3/2013 02:00:48 am

Wow, yayy!!!!! Well deserved :)

Karen
7/3/2013 06:29:28 am

Thanks, Lauren! It was fun!

Ronnie
7/3/2013 06:34:16 am

Its a thoroughbred thing. The canter is just their gait. Remember and use that to your advantage, even when it feels like an explosion is imminent the canter can be the best place to be on the TB.

Karen
7/4/2013 12:21:23 am

I am learning that! Thanks, Ronnie. :0)

Angela
7/3/2013 02:26:14 pm

Congrats!! You should be proud of both of you!!
Nice work; I'm thoroughly impressed ;-)

Karen
7/4/2013 12:23:15 am

I am proud of us both, Angela, and I can even admit it. :0)

Thanks for being so supportive. Knowing there are friendly faces out there makes this a lot more fun!

Teresa link
7/3/2013 10:33:36 pm

way to go! You must have a real sense of accomplishment. With my 1/2 tb who's temperament sounds so much like Sydney canter is his relaxation gait as well. I can trot him until the cows come home and he won't relax (if he's excited) but the canter does seem to work.

Karen
7/4/2013 12:25:47 am

Hopefully the feeling of success is not short lived! And you're right about the trotting - that does nothing but make him want to go faster (when he's anxious). If he's relaxed already, he's happy to trot around all day. At our next show in August, I might try starting with the canter. Eek!


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