Backing Up With Balance And Coordination - Level Six

Russ Krachun shares his philosophy and his unconventional step by step methodology that develops a willing straight and balanced back up. These steps aid in building coordination and also develop softness in the left and the right sides of the horses’ body, shoulders and the hindquarters. Russ will explain the importance and the reasons for controlling the shoulders and the hindquarters, and how to navigate a willing and straight back up with the horse.

Benefits:

• Builds hindquarter strength and engagement

• Improves balance, coordination, and body awareness

• Encourages softness, lightness, and relaxation

• Straightens the horse and improves alignment

• Develops core strength and proper posture

• Increases responsiveness to subtle cues

• Improves mental focus and patience

• Helps prevent resistance and tension

• A responsive, and willing horse with better overall movement and control.

Participant Requirements: General Horsemanship knowledge is required and also confident under saddle at walk, trot and lope - Suitable for novice to advanced level

Horse Requirements: A confident and safe horse started under saddle -Not for colt starting - Education designed to further develop the horse mentally and physically under saddle.

Equipment Required: Halter, Lead Rope, Helmet, Saddle, Blanket, Cinch, Bridle, and Leg Wraps.

The length of time required to complete this topic varies depending on both the individual student and their horse. Russ provides personalized instruction as you work directly with your horse at his facility, tailoring the lessons to your specific needs and progress. To continue advancing, it is essential for the student to consistently practice each step outside of the sessions in order to fully solidify and maintain the progress made. Each session begins with a focused two-hour lesson. Additional hours can be added to suit your goals and schedule.