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Mary Longden - Jumping for Fun.

Article Review by June Lamb

Mary's article on Jumping for fun in the HRCAV Chaff Chat September 2010 is very easy to read and understand. There is quite a bit of information and she gives a good overview of jumping. It is not a lesson on how to jump, more a lesson on what jumping involves...

Mary Longden - International Coach SJ/Dressage/Eventing/RDA

Mary goes straight into giving us some reasons why a rider may fall off. Given that lack of balance is the key, Mary explains what can cause that lack of balance. I was really glad to read these as I have seen riders do things like try to Jump in a Dressage Saddle and it doesn't do either the rider or the horse justice. The riders jumping position is so different from the dressage position and really does make a huge difference.

Mary has some good diagrams in this article to visually show what she is explaining.

2 point and 3 point positions are clearly explained and when to use them in each of the 5 phases of the jump.

Jumping distances are summarized for those who aren't clear on them with an explanation of combinations, related distances and bounces.

The article continues on with bullet points on

• The main reasons for refusals
• When schooling for jumping there are several aspects to consider

I fully recommend this article to every-one: helpers, beginners and accomplished jumpers

For more information visit Mary's website www.longdencorp.com