Look the part of the confident equestrian with advice on visual appeal from AQHA Professional Horsewoman Gretchen Mathes. It’s no secret that horse show judges favor riders who exude confidence and convey strong communication-based partnership with their horses. To present themselves as relaxed but attentive equestrians ready to take on the challenges of a class, youth riders must convince judges they understand the nature of their event and how best to position themselves in the saddle for effective commands.
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