It doesn't matter what kind of riding you are doing; dressage will always be a critical factor for ones foundation. The half halt before the jump, the flying change between barrels, the balance along a narrow trail, the transition along the perfect center line; or even just the rhythmic feel to your horse's movement. Dressage is much more of an understanding of the balance of live energy and relaxation to create a harmonious power. It is a core art of horsemanship that ties the mental understanding in with the actual physical ability to put thought into motion, and to do so without force. This is why classical dressage is Brianna's key sport. It teaches a rider the bio-mechanics, the feel, and the spiritual and physical control of not only the horse's body but also the rider's own self. It is an extremely rewarding yet challenging education to obtain that riders take lifetimes to understand and perfect their skill.