This video features the work of Anja Beran along with her mentor Manuel Jorge de Oliveira. It was a pleasure to watch such quiet, correct riding and handling. In the video we are introduced to several different horses to demonstrate different aspects of the training. First, we are encouraged to observe the horse in his natural state, free and on the longe line in order to assess his natural abilities and crookednesses. Over the course of the video, in-hand work, early riding and advanced riding are demonstrated. All of the horses were relaxed and balanced. [more...]