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What: Seminar on Bits
Who: Erika Eckstrom
Where: Painted Bar Stables
When: Sunday 11/15 4:30pm-6:30pm
Cost: $20
ZOOM REGISTRATION ALSO AVAILABLE! You can attend in person OR via Zoom Link. You will recieve the zoom link after registration.
Tired of the guesswork and conflicting advice on which bit to use for your horse? Go beyond the "hard" or "soft" mouths and truly understand how your bit works.
The bit or bitless bridle is not just a piece of metal and leather, it is a communication tool. Its function is defined by the interaction with the complex and sensitive anatomy of the horse's mouth. When we understand our tools we are more likely to understand this interaction allowing us to choose and use bits and bridles with greater skill, empathy and effectiveness.
This seminar delves into the anatomy and biomechanics of the equine mouth, revealing how different bits apply specific pressures to influence your horse.
Learn how to make informed, ethical choices for a happier and more responsible partner. This seminar is for rider and owners who wish to replace force with knowledge and confusion with clarity.
Registration at:
https://paintedbarstables.pike13.com/group_classes/351224#/list?dt=2025-11-15<=staff
TOPICS:
Anatomy and Biomechanics: A detailed look at the physiology of a horse's head. We'll explore the bars of the mouth, the tongue, the palate and the lips to understand their sensitivity and role in communication.
The Mechanics of Pressure: We will break down the seven key pressure: poll, nasal bone, chin, tongue, palate, bar and lip.
Bit Families Decoded: We will categorize bits not by severity but by the biomechanics action.
- Snaffles - direct pressure and the impact of mouthpiece shape
- Leverage Bits - various curb bits and how curb chains and shanks create a ratio of pressure and importance of timing and fit.
- Gags & Hybrids - understanding their unique action and the specific scenarios they are designed for
- Bitless Bridles - understanding the benefits and potential drawbacks of riding in a bitless scenario and the various types of bitless bridle options that exist.
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