This exercise requires discipline from the rider. He has to commit to respecting:
- the path and getting the horse to jump the middle of the fence
- a steady rhythm on the approach and on the landing
At the same time, the rider needs to focus on his position to let the horse move freely and to let him flow thru his movements.
For the horse, it’s an excellent gymnastic to allow him to improve the coordination of his movements. To be successful going thru the grid, the horse has to organize himself to correctly place the take-off stride at each jump. The exercise also allows the horse to develop his concentration and his ability to react quickly.
