Horse dressage, a highly skilled and artistic equestrian sport, has captivated audiences for centuries. With its origins tracing back to ancient Greece, dressage is often referred to as the “ballet of horseback riding.” The discipline requires both horse and rider to work in harmony, demonstrating a series of intricate movements and patterns that highlight the horse’s strength, agility, and grace. The ultimate goal of dressage is to create a seamless, fluid partnership between horse and rider, showcasing their skill, precision, and elegance. The sport of dressage is governed by the International Equestrian Federation (FEI) and features various levels of competition, from beginner to the most prestigious Grand Prix level.
Dressage tests are designed to assess the horse and rider’s mastery of a range of movements, including transitions, collection, extension, and lateral work. Each movement is scored on a scale of 0 to 10, with the highest cumulative score determining the winner. One of the most iconic aspects of dressage is the use of classical music during performances, known as the “Kür” or freestyle. This allows riders to choreograph their routines to music, creating an enchanting and mesmerizing display of equestrian skill.
The Kür adds a layer of creativity and expression, enabling riders to showcase their unique style and artistry. Training for dressage demands commitment, patience, and consistency from both horse and rider. Horses must develop strength, flexibility, and balance, while riders must hone their technical skills, timing, and ability to communicate with their equine partner. This mutual understanding and trust are essential for achieving the subtlety and precision required in dressage. Success in dressage relies heavily on the horse’s temperament and natural ability.
In the following video, we will show you a dressage failure that happened in the Grand Prix Freestyle. Even though, the sassy horse did not follow the rules of dressage, the rider tried to be calm and just keep the horse under control. Well, things like that can happen in such events but this is one of the worst of them all. You always have to be prepared when you sit on a naughty horse. Have a look at the video below for more, let us know your comment on the video, and please do not forget to spread out the video on social media with your loved ones.