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In doing this the body should not be movedj but 

 kept in the correct position. It will also help to 

 give balance, and facility to his movements if he 

 turn his face to the rear of the horse, first to the 

 right and then to the left, with the corresponding 

 hand resting on the back, just behind the seat. 

 All these movements should be done, of course, 

 while the horse is walking. They will help 

 materially to give confidence, and facilitate the 

 acquisition of the balance. Several lessons may 

 be devoted to walking only; and, in fact, it is not 

 advisable to trot until the learner feels himself 

 pretty secure in his seat at the walk, and can move 

 and turn about at his ease, without fear of losing 

 his balance. The time devoted to each lesson 

 must vary according to tlie strength, &c., of the 

 pupil ; but should not be less than one hour, as a 

 rule. 



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