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throughness and suppleness

what is throughness?
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What is the “Brentina Cup”?

I know that Brentina was Debbie McDonald's Olympic horse. What is the "Brentina Cup"? Is there a special "Brentina" test? What is it? I thought I saw a special "Brentina Cup" c …
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What is a “half-halt”?

What is meant by a half-halt? How do I do it?
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What is meant by the term “Impulsion”?

I've heard the word Impulsion used in referring to Dressage. Is this just the same thing as "going forward" or is there more meant by this term?
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How common (or rare) is a “10” score for any given Test movement?

If a judge gives a "10" on a particular movement, what does that mean practically? Does it mean that there is absolutely no room for improvement? How often does a dressage judge g …
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What are quadrilles, pas de deux, and pas de trois?

What are quadrilles, pas de deux, and pas de trois?
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What is “Hyperflexion”?

Exactly how is hyperflexion used in dressage training? I know there was a big controversy with Anky several years ago. Is hyperflexion always "cruelty"? Can an experienced train …
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What does CDI mean?

I know that CDI shows are upper-level shows. But what does it stand for (if anything) and why are CDI shows upper level shows?
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What are the best dressage books?

What are the best dressage books? Are there any authors that really know how to communicate?
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Why should someone be interested in dressage?

What makes dressage so special? What makes it different from any other horse sport?
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What is the purpose of a double-bridle in Dressage?

I know that many upper-level riders use the double-bridle. What's the purpose? What does it do for horse and rider?
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What is “Classical Dressage”?

I often hear the term "classical" dressage. What is meant by this term? By what is it characterized? Who practices it? Where is it most common? What is different about "Classi …
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Are Dutch Warmbloods really better suited for the sport? Why?

I know everyone has their favorite breed, but this questions is really more about the differences in horses, in general. I know there is a video out there with a Zebra doing Dress …
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When should training begin for a young dressage horse?

At what age should you begin training a horse that will be dedicated to dressage? When should you start breaking him?
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Who bought USDF Breeder’s Champion stallion “Starlight” ?

Rick Silvia's Grand Prix dressage and USDF Breeder's Champion stallion "Starlight" was sent to Germany to be sold at Vetcha Auction. Does anyone know who bought him and for how …