Charlotte Dujardin: The Importance of Tempo Variations In Dressage

This Charlotte Dujardin masterclass focuses on the tempo variations in dressage. We all know that the tests in dressage require collection, extension and medium trot and canter, but really understanding the impact of how these help your horse grow and develop in the rest of the movements in dressage is what this video is really all about. These variations improve the connection with your horse and the ability for your horse to respond quickly to the half halt and the riding aids. These moments with be the key to your success in riding as you move up the levels. Can you control the forward movement during the canter pirouette or during the piaffe. These are the split second decisions that make the difference between average riders and great riders. Timing, feel and perfection of the riding aids all come into play when schooling the changes of tempo in dressage. Watch British Olympic Gold Medalist and world record holder Charlotte Dujardin give a masterclass in dressage, alongside Robert Dover i