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Dressage was originally used to train cavalry horses. The horses needed to be very attentive to the rider's aids, as well as being able to pirouette to enable the rider to fend off an attacker. Originally, high-school movements, now seen in the Spanish Riding School and Le Cadre Noir, were training as well. The leaps and 'goat kicks' were very useful for the military equestrian.
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When was dressage invented?
Dressage was invented in the late 1800's to train horses for military combat. It was like bomb proofing.
Is dressage timed?
No dressage is not timed
Are piaffes part of dressage?
it is a dressage move
What has the author Jane Kidd written?
Jane Kidd has written: 'A festival of dressage' -- subject(s): Dressage 'Practical dressage' -- subject(s): Dressage
What is a horses dressage?
There are no "dressage horses" but some breeds are used for dressage more than others,, e.g. you would probably use a warmblood rather than a cob. But basically, a dressage horse is a horse that does dressage :)
Does Classical Dressage have an age limit if you are going to start it as a career?
No, Classical Dressage and Dressage does not have an age limit. I've heard of one Olympic Dressage rider who still performs in his 80s! So you can have Classical Dressage or Dressage as a career as long as you are healthy and physically fit.
What horses are used for dressage?
FrisiansThoroughbredsAny horse can be used for Dressage.
Where can you watch dressage?
Either youtube or at your local dressage stable
What gait is NOT performed in Dressage?
gallop is not performed in dressage tests.
How many levels of dressage are there?
Their are 18 competitive levels in dressage
What has the author Kathy Connelly written?
Kathy Connelly has written: 'Dressage insights' -- subject(s): Interviews, Dressage, Dressage riders
What is a dressage bridle?
a spicific bridle designed for dressage horses in compatition
