Cresthill Farms

Mitzi Morris has arrived in Huntsville and is starting her lessons! If you are in the area and would like to work with Mitzi the next time she comes, send us a private message!

Here are three different seat options you should be familiar with for hunt seat equitation: full seat, half-seat and light seat. 1 Full seat This is when yo...ur entire seat (seat bones and buttocks) are in the saddle, providing maximum connection to your horse’s back. It offers the most balance and control, which can be especially useful for rollback turns, lead changes, etc. 2 Light seat In this position, which is between the full seat and half-seat, your seat bones make light contact with the saddle, but the rest of your backside is still clear of it. This is basically the same position you have during the sitting phase of the posting trot. While offering you some balance and support, it still allows your horse to move freely forward. Much of your course riding will be done in this position. 3 Half-seat, also known as jumping or two-point position Your weight is balanced on just the two points of contact between your legs and the horse. We use this seat to follow the horse’s motionfor example, over a jumpand to encourage him to utilize his body as freely as possible.

We have lessons in Huntsville, AL again this weekend. You can haul your horse to us or we can come to you! Last chance to book, send us a private message for more info!

Are you located near Huntsville, AL but can’t haul into a host facility for training? You’re in luck! Mitzi Morris can come to you! If you are interested in this send us a Private message to set that up!