The discipline mentioned involves a structured series of movements designed to assess a horse and rider’s developing skill and communication. It builds upon foundational training, introducing increased complexity in both required figures and transitions. These routines serve as a benchmark, illustrating progress in collection, straightness, and responsiveness to the aids.
Mastery at this stage demonstrates a significant increase in the horse’s suppleness, balance, and obedience. Successful execution of the routine is evidence of the riders enhanced ability to influence the horses frame and rhythm. Historically, such tests have provided a standardized method for evaluating training progression and ensuring consistent principles of classical horsemanship are upheld.
