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   @Binty-Lee

   November 7, 2024 at 4:52 pm

   Just as a comment, re the paddock halters, I like the 'break-away' on the halters but the nose piece drives me nuts, why can't they be in the 'old' style rather than the wiggly lead rope ring and non adjustable nose piece. The moveable lead rope ring is not good for any type of training and lets the young ones away with all sorts of behaviours that require immediate correction, thus necessitating a different halter.
   I also have a new horse who is completely different to my absolute #1, my new one is a ottsb and it is so exciting having to learn a new riding style with a new personality so I am enjoying your journey into this as well.

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   @colleenw8756

   November 7, 2024 at 4:52 pm

   Love Alex. He's sooooo good and calm. Can I hear your heart beat through microphone? Maybe it's Alex's, it was a slow calm beat. Love the white boots too.

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   @Life.on.the.wrong.leg2020

   November 7, 2024 at 4:52 pm

   Wouw, this is the first time I heard such an easy clear explanation on what a half halt is 🤯❤

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   @trudiclark7841

   November 7, 2024 at 4:52 pm

   You are going to have an amazing future with Enzo and love how you say you wouldn’t get behind his ears if it wasn’t for Banksy. You rode really well, keep up the hard work but most importantly just enjoy everything you do 💙💖💙💖

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   @nadiafoster4478

   November 7, 2024 at 4:52 pm

   Having an expert trainer on the ground gives an overall picture of whether the rider needs to adjust the way they are riding their horse or for the horse to gain more knowledge of what is required of them from the rider, many horses gain bad habits because their rider does not know where to/ how to help their horse understand what exactly is required from them. This was such a wonderful learning curve for both you and Enzio with Alex being able to pinpoint where you need to be with a young horse that you and Enzio will just keep going upwards and onwards in your journey, also what a great workout for all. Can’t wait to see your next vlog and what you will be doing with your boys❤️

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   @riverp9019

   November 7, 2024 at 4:52 pm

   You really can be happy with a jump like that. Wot we call scope. At the moment he's just a baby and isn't strong, not really strong enough to even carry himself in self carriage for longer than 15 minutes under saddle. When you first got him into the arena he was magnificently full of self-carriage, driving like a Porsche while looking like a Prince, what a silhouette, just wow! You want that without the tenseness, instead softly on the bit and accepting the leg. Look at these moments like him showing you his potential. Im a big man but in fact he's just a BB boy. It will come as he builds a topline and grows, muscling up developing athleticism and elasticity to carry himself correctly for longer and longer at a time safely and happily. That elasticity and power which will also carry him not only up but over the jumps is not developed jumping at thisstage but rather in the flat work, shortening and extending, lots of poles on the ground etc and transitions, outrides little asks which all lead to eventually a happy horse when the bigger asks come later in life. It's then that you can build on that foundation with opening his body over jumps, wider oxers and combinations and distances even without being tricky. First he needs to grow. Takes time lots of time and patience to develop balance self carriage strength. I wouldn't jump him more than twice a week, if that right now, rather than "at least twice a week". He's just not strong enough. You don't want to make it a chore or you will lose the jump and soundness accidents will creep in. Braggie knows his stuff, it was lovely watching this thank you. You should be thinking dressage schooling and gymnastics for a young horse now rather than anything else, forwardness straightness. Young horses are a delight and when you get a gem you want the building blocks to be solid. Love a good waffle lol. Get him to reach into your hand, look for it over a soft back, that will stop the head flicking. Its like he doesn't have a hand to safely hold onto yet. He wont learn to carry his weight on the back end the machine end of things until much later.

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   @davemelrose5848

   November 7, 2024 at 4:52 pm

   Really enjoyed watching and you and Enzo looked great and he looked very smart in his boots and green saddle pad green really suits him

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   @elizabethhyndman4

   November 7, 2024 at 4:52 pm

   I enjoyed watching this so much. I’m really looking forward to following your relationship with Enzo and seeing you both learn about each other. From a fan in Australia 🇦🇺

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   @lisakovic5256

   November 7, 2024 at 4:52 pm

   Awwww I love this new boy and you together! 😍❤️ just to watch in that one session, imagine in a few years! He’s a very very lucky pony to have you ❤
   I’ve missed Alex! His training, the way he speaks, how he works with you. PLEEEEEEASE vlog the next lesson!! 🙏🏼😃😂 xo

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    @loristephens3016

    November 7, 2024 at 4:52 pm

    Tina, you have a huge, full of potential, uncut diamond in Enzo. As you cut your facets in training and experience your are going to have a diamond worthy of King Edward's crown. A beautiful horse and a lovely rider.

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    @goneriding5644

    November 7, 2024 at 4:52 pm

    What a lovely horse he is, what a fantastic trainer you have and what a great job you did, listening and putting into practise!

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    @mrsinwood

    November 7, 2024 at 4:52 pm

    He is just so lovely

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    @april5666

    November 7, 2024 at 4:52 pm

    What a beautiful boy, Enzo is and with so much scope. And he really covers the ground fast with each big stride. You are really developing your partnership with him. Great that you are getting such great support right off the bat, which helps to quiet your concerns and confirms you are on the right track with him. You are an excellent rider and braver than you think. I think Enzo is bit of a challenge for you but in exactly the right way you have built yourself up for with so many years riding the lovely and spirited Banksy.

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    @HelenIrwin-po2ri

    November 7, 2024 at 4:52 pm

    He is beautiful and the trainer is helping you greatly to help you both on your way and upwards

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    @gillbone5437

    November 7, 2024 at 4:52 pm

    He is a stunning horse, with scope to take you beyond grassroots.

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    @devils.advocate2354

    November 7, 2024 at 4:52 pm

    Enzo very lush 🍀 discipline discipline discipline… land and go… straight lines… sounds like fun homework 👏👏.

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    @janl8683

    November 7, 2024 at 4:52 pm

    Alex is so good with you. He tells you what's what, but does it nicely and in a way you understand.

    You will have to have Emma, Sam and Susie shout at you…'Head Up and Forward' every time you jump, so you get muscle memory 😊❤

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    @jeorjina

    November 7, 2024 at 4:52 pm

    Might've squealed a bit when I saw this title pop up: I also adore Alex's method of both training and just engaging with people and horses, he seems like a terrific person to get to learn from. Thanks for sharing Tina!

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    @izzistock6807

    November 7, 2024 at 4:52 pm

    I'm only half way through watching but wow, his trot is stunning already and I can't wait to see how it develops as he matures!

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    @lizgarland2241

    November 7, 2024 at 4:52 pm

    Amazing trainer and well done you and Enzo 💕🐴💕🇮🇪

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    @angiedyer1511

    November 7, 2024 at 4:52 pm

    He’s such a gorgeous jumper! ❤

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    @sianbennett-rodgers

    November 7, 2024 at 4:52 pm

    Stick with Alex he’ll steer you right

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    @lemonladyYT

    November 7, 2024 at 4:52 pm

    You're doing so well adapting your riding Tina, especially as you only began riding other horses again just over a year ago. Please, though, stop correcting the head toss with "ah ah" because you're suppressing a symptom. Alex explains brilliantly why it happens and how to help Enzo not need to do it. 🫂

    You're so conditioned to holding on to Banksy because he's strong and keen, it's difficult to soften your hands without moving them forward. When you rode away in walk just after 50 mins you weren't thinking of riding the contact and your hands with light and soft on the reins. As a result of that Enzo produced a free flowing walk and halted far less abruptly at 51:30 mins. That's the contact feeling to aim for in your hands when riding Enzo through his back and into the bridle. Focus on soft hands that follow his natural head movement and allow him to go forward. Every time you get on him visualise how relaxed your hands feel when walking him off at the end of a session. Hope this helps. ❤

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    @debbiewhite8981

    November 7, 2024 at 4:52 pm

    Good job Tina Enzo is a lovely horse.Lovely to have support of experienced trainer too

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    @lisahenning3657

    November 7, 2024 at 4:52 pm

    The hang time!! He’s going to be something! What a nice horse, good luck with him.

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    @ljmequestrian504

    November 7, 2024 at 4:52 pm

    Thank you for sharing! I’m getting so much from Alex’s lesson and I just love watching you figuring it out with Enzo (who is an absolute star)! Congrats on him Tina!

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    @Fionashorses

    November 7, 2024 at 4:52 pm

    He’s a fab trainer. Loved watching that.
    And Enzo is soooo smart. Proper bit of kit he is 😎

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    @rebeccarapetti3747

    November 7, 2024 at 4:52 pm

    Loved watching this!! Alex is such a great trainer and Tina your journey has enabled you to ride and train your wonderful and talented young boy. Wowzer what a jump and I get goosebumps watching him move. You are both already forming an incredible bond. What an exciting journey to look forward to ❤

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    @Pashtashe

    November 7, 2024 at 4:52 pm

    Thank you for sharing your journey with us, you are doing so well with asking the right people for feedback. Don't feel obliged to do anything with this, but I was interested in his abrupt downward transition. I looks like you start with rein, then deepen your seat and when he almost does the transition it looks like you breathe out (which might cue him to slow down even more). It is the natural order for when we are a bit tense. However, the transition might be a bit more comfortable if you can deepen your seat, let out a good breath of air and then (if still necessary) use the rein. I really really don't want to be a keyboard warrior, just a fellow rider of young sensitive horses with a love for dressage foundations spouting a brainfart.

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    @BConsciousBYou

    November 7, 2024 at 4:52 pm

    Hello Tina and stunning Enzo!! 🥰 Just started watching and before I forget to ask …what are those fantastic tack cleaning wipes your using ? Can they be purchased in Canada?
    Now to finish watching this exciting Vlog (too bad Susie not coming) with my morning tea!! ♥️

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    @christinedavies336

    November 7, 2024 at 4:52 pm

    ❤ Aw! Enzo is as proper gorgeous as he is a jumper ~ WHEEEE! 🎉 ❤

    Alex and his wife are lovely with you both. 😊 xOx

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    @hannahoelkers1962

    November 7, 2024 at 4:52 pm

    Love him so much! Definitely new XC colours needed though, he's green through and through

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    @Alaskadinger

    November 7, 2024 at 4:52 pm

    May you have a long Healthy life

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    @annejarvis7002

    November 7, 2024 at 4:52 pm

    I think you are incredibly brave, Tina. You always keep honesty and integrity with how you share your journey. It was the right call to seek guidance for training a youngster. Alex is an awesome trainer & so supportive. Please try not to doubt your abilities. I get how you want to maintain & move forward Enzo's training. However, in arranging this training for you both, you are doing exactly that. You rode him so well – only 3 weeks in, Tina, WOW🎉🎉. Enzo is a fantastic horse, but he is bleesed to have found the very best 'Mum'. Much love to you, your 4-legged family & friends. ❤

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    @ithulah

    November 7, 2024 at 4:52 pm

    I find it so interesting how when one's riding advances, the seat becomes more and more important. Reins especially are more about steady hand holding rather than as an aid. And Enzo is so sensitive to these little seat changes, he has so much potential. 😍

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    @spotteddreams7935

    November 7, 2024 at 4:52 pm

    Super job! Can really see that you and Enzo are starting to gel more as you’re getting used to riding him. Also, good job on the mounting! Looks like thats progressing well too!

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    @annejarvis7002

    November 7, 2024 at 4:52 pm

    I hope you dont mind an additional comment, Tina. It comes from a positive place. I have noticed Enzo tends not to respect your personal space, which is concerning, he's a very big boy. I watch "Steve Young horsemanship" videos, where Steve addresses 'unrequested forward motion'. You may find his most recent video helpful. Other videos give advice for getting on a horse safely, training them to sidle up and stay at the mounting block or wherever you get on. Enzo has such a gentle nature, but he won't know his own strength. Again, I hope you dont mind this comment. Happy trails❤

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    @Jentalks380

    November 7, 2024 at 4:52 pm

    Great finish Tina

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    @gatosandwichera

    November 7, 2024 at 4:52 pm

    Wow thank you for sharing this lesson! I believe I’m learning so much from watching!! Enzo is absolutely gorgeous too❤

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    @lilo854

    November 7, 2024 at 4:52 pm

    Am i being a crackerjack? Iv heard the word podcast a few times but cant find any links to anything lol

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    @bethany6148

    November 7, 2024 at 4:52 pm

    So looking forward to watching your journey with him Tina. I love watching lesson vlogs as there’s always so much good advice to take away from them! He really is such a lovely horse, you’ve got yourself a real gem there and you’re doing a lovely job already. Can’t wait to see Sir Banksy back on the scene too, you have two super super horses xx

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    @midaonthefarm7164

    November 7, 2024 at 4:52 pm

    Thank you for sharing your lesson with us. I have learnt so much from it. Please could I ask who your trainer was ? X

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    @NancyLoskill

    November 7, 2024 at 4:52 pm

    Great lesson, great riding! Enzo is awesome!

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    @kathrynmurphy-ug5qf

    November 7, 2024 at 4:52 pm

    PLEASE STOP looking down get a point on eye level, just looking down puts them off balance. MORE TRUST, GOOD LUCK

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    @loulasquared

    November 7, 2024 at 4:52 pm

    Alex is an amazing trainer, I hope you take everything he says on board as the more you listen in these lessons the more you can learn! ❤ patience Is a virtue 🙏

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    @elphick.event.ponies

    November 7, 2024 at 4:52 pm

    Ohhh T you're gunna have fun with this boy!

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    @sarahd4115

    November 7, 2024 at 4:52 pm

    You and enzo look great together , don’t be so hard on yourself you are a great rider and horse owner, he’s a baby who will get there and they are all different, can’t wait to see what the future brings for you Tina ❤

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