Dressage

Dressage is a very competitive horse sport. Considered by many the highest expression of horse training.The horse and rider are expected to perform from memory a series of predetermined movements. Competitions are held at all levels. Its purpose is to develop, through standardized progressive training methods, a horse's natural athletic ability and willingness to perform. Ocassionally dressage is refered to as horse ballet. Some breeds used in dressage include the Andalusion and Hanoverian.