Free jumping

This is to discourage any refusals and make the horse face the jumps head on without them seeing an easier way out.

This method allows evaluation of a horse’s ability without any influence from the rider, good or bad.

A trained eye can determine if the horse has natural jumping ability, a good mind, confidence, and athleticism.

The goal from this training method is to develop an honest jumper that has confidence over fences and to strengthen muscles used for jumping.

A poor rider will create nervousness or bad habits in the horse that will be difficult to reverse.

This can also be used to encourage a more playful attitude in horses, taking away the demands of the rider and making the simple act of just jumping more fun.

It can produce a good mind while strengthening muscles and stretching the back and neck.

A horse can also be harmed if it is pushed too hard when it is too young or not mentally or physically ready.

Free jumping is a form of training that requires an experienced rider or trainer present.