Had a lovely warmup canter round the gallops before heading out onto the XC course. Chatted to Chris at the beginning of the session and agreed today wasn't the day to be jumping huge fences or over-challenging him. A nice, confidence giving end of season outing to end on a high was what was needed. Warmed up getting forwards canter then collect on a circle before moving on again making sure to keep the connection. Tried to make sure to ride positively to the fences and really soften my hands over the fence and he jumped brilliantly. Piccies here from our two warmup jumps which he flew - no stickiness at all which set the theme for the session. Clipped him the day before as he just so sweaty in our SJ lesson on Wednesday which I'm sure helped. He was forwards to all his fences which in turn meant he was straight. No wobbles at the skinnies. Got in a bit close to the corner first time but because I was riding forwards still he didn't think about a run out. Discussed with Chris whether to attempt the meaty Novice corner but the fact Chris didn't sound sure about it was enough for me to decline - save that for next season I think!
warming up:
Skinny to steps up
warming up: Playing in the water:
Finished with flying over the trakehners and through the owlhole. No hesitations. Super duper horse. Well chuffed with him. Great way to end the season and can't wait to get back out there again next season!
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