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This section features clips from Walters clinics from 2002 – 2017
Preparing exercise for Pirouette
In this short clip Walter demonstrates an exercise to prepare your horse for the pirouette. To view full session see Premium Videos.
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Atlanta 2002 Clinic
This short clip runs through a myriad of exercises to help supple and engage the horse. The full session can be view in Premium Videos.
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Stargate Training Level Short Clip
Walter working with a training-level horse. Emphasizing rein aids and trust.
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Simple Transition
The simple transition is the basis for all transitions, Walter explains.
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Exercises to prepare for the Grand Prix
In this session Walter demonstrates several exercises that prepare your horse for a variety of Grand Prix movements.
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Atlanta 2002 Clinic
Watch this entire session with Walter going through a myriad of exercises to collect, engage and connect the horse through classical principles and classical exercises. This is a great full session, with lots of Walterisms.
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This clip starts with rein aids and building trust with your horse. Great dialog about working with young and/or spooky horses. Emphasis on transitions and basics.
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A Matter of Trust Volume I
A Matter of Trust, Volume l, covers the basic guidelines for equine behavior, movement, gaits, physical and mental characteristics of the horse, and training techniques for the first year.
Watch VideoA Matter of Trust Volume I – Disk 2
In disk 2 of Volume I, Walter sets the standards of what true classical dressage was meant to be. His classic approach re-defines the correct training methods, proper movements, and carriage of the horse.
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A Matter of Trust – Volume II
VOLUME II —In this video Walter A. Zettl teaches the viewer the basic and proper methods of training for introducing the horse to collection, by using his unique classical methods and harmonious approach.
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A Matter of Trust Volume III
In Vol. III, Walter A. Zettl presents firsthand the theory and practice of third and fourth level collection movements. Herr Zettl continues the emphasis on the correct frame, rhythm, tempo, and self-carriage required for true collection.
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A Matter of Trust Volume IV
VOLUME IV —Walter A. Zettl demonstrates his classical teaching for advanced collection and the FEI movements for the Grand Prix. In this video Walter A. Zettl, a classical master, features his theory of training for the passage and piaffe, setting the standard for what true classical dressage was meant to be.
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A Matter of Trust Volume V – Extras
In Volume V – Walter A. Zettl teaches a variety of riders including some western reining trainers.
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Short Step Trot
Herr Zettl explains the importance of short step trot and its ability to improve the Schwung of the gaits.
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Walter Training Scale
Walter A. Zettl describes the Classical Training Scale in detail. The training scale identifies the proper steps to achieving correct and balanced collection in Classical Dressage.
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