I have taken a clinic from Gudmar and had some private lessons when visiting his farm. When he is teaching he does not advocate sitting back on the loins or placing the saddle back on the loins. However, what I have noticed is this seems to occur mostly when he is in the show ring or taking a horse for evaluations. He is being paid top dollar to make the horse win or get first prize. Unfortunately I suspect that has a lot to do with why he rides like this for shows and evaluations. I am sure this happens in some form for all breeds being pushed to win. Renee
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