UPRIGHT

Now you’ve worked on your bends and getting your horse active it’s time to hone that straightness over jumps. This time we’re using an upright set at a height that you feel comfortable with. If your horse has had a break over the winter, start a little lower than you’d usually jump.

“Make sure that he takes off dead straight,” says Holly. “Putting a channel of poles on the landing side can help you to check this.”