Use this teaching guide for unmounted lessons that help horsemanship students overcome their math phobia and make educated decisions when setting a grid of poles or jumps, demonstrating a knowledge of stride lengths and jumping mechanics at all three gaits.
Lessons cover:
- determining stride lengths and appropriate distances for poles and grids
- understanding jumping mechanics and context: factors that require adjustment, including training progressions
- strategies for students who struggle with math
Teaching tips include:
- creative hands-on ideas for teaching this topic with both private and group lessons
- suggested Challenge materials (games, worksheets, etc.) and other teaching tools
- strategies for adapting for your unique teaching situation