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Horse lunging
Lunging is an important training technique in which a rider or trainer controls a horse using a long rope – a lunge – from the outside while the horse moves in a circle around the person. Lunging is used to train horses for conditioning, obedience, balance and basic riding skills, but is also ideal for horses that do not yet have a rider or need rehabilitation.
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Dressage riding
Dressage riding is considered the foundation and pinnacle of equestrian art. It is often referred to as "horse gymnastics" because its goal is the harmonious development of both horse and rider, improving balance, obedience, flexibility and mutual communication. Properly ridden dressage results in the horse appearing relaxed, willing and elegant, while responding to the subtle and almost invisible aids of the rider.