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Post by dazzlingduns on Jul 5, 2009 7:35:03 GMT -5
Utube video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=CM7C67RhglgKiger Sombra schooling in home arena. History comes alive in an exciting exhibition of equestrian skill and grace in the traditional Iberian discipline of La Garrocha. The Doma Vaquera uses a 13-foot long wood pole called the garrocha for working the bulls, as well as a partner in an elegant dance and artistic display between horse, rider, and pole, set to beautiful Spanish guitar music. It is a truly moving experience to see this equestrian art form performed by top riders who often achieve standing ovations with cries of "Bravo! Bravo!" for the entertainment that they provide. The work with the garrocha in performance is always done either at the walk or the canter, and the garrocha is only held in the right hand. The skill and discipline needed to master Classical Stock Seat Riding in the Vaquero tradition can benefit any horse and rider. |
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Post by stormyranch on Jul 5, 2009 11:02:57 GMT -5
WOW!!! Way cool Melissa.  |
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Post by lindad on Jul 5, 2009 21:15:06 GMT -5
Very nice, indeed, wonderful accomplishment!
Linda D
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Post by mustangdara on Jul 5, 2009 22:55:37 GMT -5
Wow that was so cool to see
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Post by dazzlingduns on Jul 6, 2009 8:02:38 GMT -5
During the filming of this ride, it felt disappointing. After viewing the video, I was a little pleased with the result. Sombra's is a beginner at this. Basically so am I. Been working at it for a few years with another horse who is progressing along nicely. Sombra is the type of horse that tends to be a little lazy, "heavy on the forehand," and needs support "drive" from behind. This is the reason I like to view video, so I can have a way to evaluate myself and my horse's performance rather than just depending on the "feel" of the ride. It is almost similar to an optical illusion. Although in riding, relying on "feel" is much more important than relying on the visual results. I see many pictures of horses and riders in the "end result pose or frame, on various message boards. Horses are cranked on or forced into false collection. Faces behind verticle with no collection and drive from behind. Takes much work to develop form, and form is function. It is practical form that allows a horse to have a more free improved flowing, balanced movement no matter what conformation type. Forced false form will not, with consistency, achieve this type or freedom of movement. I cringe whenever I read sale advertisements and messages on the internet about unproven horses with Dressage potential.
Yikes! Got a little deep. I'm finished. Anyways.....having much fun on horseback these days. Rider's block is over!
Thanks
Melissa
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Post by fantasykiger on Jul 6, 2009 14:00:30 GMT -5
Thanks for letting us view the video' I just enjoy watching folks enjoying time with thier horses and learning new skills, is rewarding on any level. |
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Post by DianneC on Jul 6, 2009 14:29:13 GMT -5
Sombra and you did a very nice job! Cantering that small of a circle is quite a feat, much less managing the pole.
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Post by dazzlingduns on Jul 6, 2009 14:35:55 GMT -5
Tiffany,
The more time I spend with these horses in the saddle is a constant reminder of how little I know, and how much more there is to learn about riding. It can be so overwhelming at times. I do know that the results are not all about "that pretty picture" ingrained in my mind, but it is all about everything from start to finish leading up to "that pretty picture," and so much more beyond. Thanks, and I also enjoy reading about people enjoying time with their horses.
I'd like to see a video thread of Kigers at work, in training, and play. That would be so neat!
Melissa
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Post by dazzlingduns on Jul 6, 2009 14:41:19 GMT -5
Dianne,
It's real easy to knock a hat off your head with that pole! haha... My biggest fear is dropping the pole in public. My hands sweat when I'm under pressure or nervous. Haven't dropped the pole in public yet, but there's a first time for everything. Yikes!
Melissa
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Post by dunbnwild on Jul 6, 2009 14:48:56 GMT -5
Bravo! Bravo! You make it look too easy and I know it's not. I would give it a try *cough*cough* but fear what the relatives will say when Mom starts bragging on my pole dancing  Wish you were closer, I'd love to visit and sponge off some of your knowledge and skill! ~Cindy |
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Post by dazzlingduns on Jul 8, 2009 16:37:00 GMT -5
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Post by kigerfan on Jul 8, 2009 19:50:09 GMT -5
At the last extreme mustang makeover I went to in Norco California, that was one of the things this person did with their makeover mustang, it was very awesome
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Post by dazzlingduns on Jul 8, 2009 21:46:41 GMT -5
Kigerfan,
WOW! That's absolutely amazing!
It has taken me years of riding to prepare my horse and myself mentally and physically to reach the level we are at.
Melissa
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Post by kigerfan on Jul 8, 2009 21:49:08 GMT -5
It really was Melissa, I'm so extremely astounded by what these people do with these horses in such a small amount of time. Granted the pole moved around on the ground a little bit more but the horse literally spun under it, trotted and galloped around it in both directions. I am very humbled by their accomplishments!
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Post by kigerfan on Jul 8, 2009 22:03:07 GMT -5
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