Please find below an excerpt from Sylvia Loch's Video "On The Bit" which was first published in 2001.

This Video clip explains the preparation of the horse for all collected work, starting with a basic understanding of contact and its effect on the horse's hindend.  It also explains the correct training of the horse without force or gadgets, even with a horse who was previously badly abused in the mouth (as illustrated with Espada).

If the video clip does not automatically play - please press the play button on the bottom left hand-side of the box.  If you are still experiencing difficulty viewing, a copy can be found at Youtube where you can add comments and discuss with others.

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