I am just starting to canter,can anyone give me any tips about it?

Question

I am going to start to canter on the lunge line. Any tips on how to feel comfortable and stay in the saddle?

Answer 1

it can be scary at first, but remember to stand tall, wrap ur legs around the horse's stomach, and you should be fine

Answer 2

Don't let your upper body tip forward.  you don't want to be leaning back, but you want your weight to be back more than forward.  Keep your legs long and your heels down.  Keep your weight down in the saddle as much as possible... you do that by keeping your body back instead of letting your shoulders go forward over the horse's neck/withers.

Cantering is actually really easy.  Trotting is harder.  Cantering feels just like a rocking horse.  Once you get over the fact that it's a little faster than you've ever gone before, it will be very comfortable and easy.

The most important thing is to keep your weight back and down in the saddle.

have fun!

Answer 3

Take your time and stay focused on what you are doing,relax and enjoy yourself.Good luck