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I met Joni in Antwerp after my pupils convinced me to go to her with Vitesse. He was very happy and jumpy, as usual, but Joni liked him a lot; “He has this sparkle in his eyes” she said. I didn't see it anymore, because I had started to hate him. I rode him for 5 minutes while Joni watched. Then she explained his problems to me. She said the problems were minor and he had star quality. I was quite choked, because she was the first person to give me hope. I'm so happy I found the correct way to train this marvelous horse. In one session with Joni I was able to get a connection with him as he dropped his quarters, raised his forehand and stretched his neck forwards to the bit, without running!! This time he took the contact not me!! He will always have an edge to him; that’s what makes him great! The difference is, now I am able to work him without stress, without pulling, and without getting frustrated and angry. Joni believes in my horse and I. With her expertise as a body specialist for both horse and rider, Joni believes that we are great candidates for grand-prix, without the pulling and cruelty that many of the riders are up to. Joni is now my trainer, mental coach, and mentor.” |
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