Meaning of counter-canter | Babel Free

Definitions

A canter that is performed in a circle, leading with the leg opposite to the direction of the canter.

Equivalents

Examples

“She used to come to the indoor riding school at Knightsbridge and ride my charger, Foxhunter, which I taught to do counter-canters, extended trots, half-passes and other dressage movements.”

“Before you start teaching your horse to do a flying change, you need to be able to perform counter-canter.”

“Because it challenges your horse's balance and strengthens his outside hind leg, the counter-canter is an excellent gymnastic exercise for improving balance and collection.”

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