Centered Riding Clinic with Kim Andrews of Mountain Magic Ranch
Kim is a CR level II instructor. Centered Riding is simply a different way of expressing the classical principles of riding. It answers the question of "how" when the riding instructor tells you 'what' to do to communicate with your horse. It applies equally to all disciplines and areas of riding including English, Western and Driving. The principles of CR are based on the following basics:
CR is an innovative way to express the classical principles of riding, using body awareness, centering and imagery. It teaches a language that allows clearer communication between horse, rider and instructor. Many people are caught in the trap of unconscious habitual habit. Their bodies know only the old habitual way of movement. CR, with simplicity and logic, allows you to discover an inner balance, serenity and control that in turn gives you greater freedom of movement, suppleness and coordination. These new qualities are reflected in your horse as increased balance, poise and forward motion. You and your horse become as one, in harmony.