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forces from the croup, and the hind-quarters being bent 

 around to the right, the hind-leg on that side must fol- 

 low with a similar step. The croup of the horse, bend- 

 ing to the right at the application of the opposite spur, 

 will make the longer stride with the hind-leg that is so 

 advanced, and such a movement is required to preserve 

 the center of gravity under the condition. 



The horse having been put into the gallop, he will be 

 aligned upon the path he follows by means of the hand 

 and legs. The trained horse, under the skilled rider, 

 will take the gallop upon the right or upon the left leg 

 without bending perceptibly ; for so perfect will be the 

 equilibrium and the control, that the measui-ed use of 

 the aids will inaugurate a movement that will not require 

 correction. 



Foe Leapin'G. — The pupil should first practice the 

 standing leap, and upon a well-trained horse. The horse 

 standing at the bar will be induced to rise by transferring 

 the forces of the forehand back, and by the pressure of 

 the legs will be made to spring forwards. 



As the horse rises, the rider will bend slightly forward, 

 giving the horse the reins. When the horse leaves the 

 ground, the rider should lean back, so that he may pre- 

 serve his center of gravity, and by bringing his buttocks 

 well in under him, receive the shock in the strongest pos- 

 sible seat. As the hind-legs of the horse reach the 

 ground, the rider will resume his erect position. Any 

 bearing upon the stirrups will disturb the seat, and may 

 cause the rider to fall. There must be no attempt on 

 the part of the rider to lift the horse, and when the 

 hand has played its part of conveying back the forces of 



