Laura takes us from one end of the training spectrum to the other. Working with her four-year-old, Stepdance (Step), she demonstrates the focus of training in the very early days. Laura then showcases her Grand Prix horse and Olympic partner, Mistral Hojris (Alf), who is at the top of his game.

Laura Starts the Four Year Old Stepdance
Using simple and unusual equipment, Laura lunges Stepdance (Step) in preparation for riding. She emphasizes the use of body language and the need to move with the horse.

An Early Ridden Session
The aim is harmony and balance to achieve the right rhythm and speed. “The cooperation of a happy baby is a pre-requisite for creating a beautiful Grand Prix horse”, says Dr. Bechtolsheimer, Laura’s trainer.

Laura’s Lesson on Mistral Hojris with Klaus Balkenhol
Here’s the finished horse, Laura’s Olympic partner, Mistral Hojris (Alf). The theme is self-carriage, suppleness and expression. Alf is poetry to watch!

Laura Talks about Step and Alf
We find out about the character and conformation of Step and Alf and what Laura loves most about them.

Laura Rides at the Nationals
Laura competes at the British Championships ’08 with another grand prix horse Andretti H. We follow Laura through the competition including the warm-up and the tests. Find out what happened!

Laura Bechtolsheimer is the youngest rider to win the National Championships and to represent Great Britain in dressage. Laura made her Olympic debut in 2008. In 2009 she won team and individual medals at the European Championships.

Trainer: Laura Bechtolsheimer

Added to Collection: 12/03/2011
Run time: 60 mins

Genres: Dressage