Have you ever felt like you and your horse just aren’t meeting the jump together?
You see the fence, you’ve chosen your line… and yet, right at the last stride, things fall apart. More often than not, the issue isn’t your horse... It’s your timing.
In this replay of Episode 1031: Learning to Wait for the Jump, we dive into one of the most common challenges riders face: jumping ahead of their horse. When you tip forward too soon, your horse can feel dropped, lose confidence, and start refusing or ducking out.
The good news? A simple shift in your position and timing can completely change the outcome, for both you and your horse.
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Why your timing matters when it comes to building confidence over fences
How your jumping position should change depending on the fence
Practical ways to train yourself to “wait” for the jump
The difference between following your horse vs. going first
How small, uncomfortable tweaks can create big breakthroughs in your riding
If you’re working through sticky moments like this — refusals, hesitation, or confusion about your own position — you don’t have to figure it out alone. Inside Restart & Reschool, I’ll coach you step-by-step so you can create clarity in your aids, confidence in your timing, and consistency in your training.
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Want a quick win today? Grab my free training on how to use video to improve your riding. You’ll learn how to film yourself, what to look for, and the simple changes that can make the biggest difference.
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