Golden triangle

1. It’s a geometric figure which is formad when we stand in the stirrups.
2. The function of the triangle becomes effective when the player  partially or fully leaves the seat and places its weight on the stirrups.
3. The triangle is formed between:
   • Point A = the point of the hip. Point B= the knee. Point C= the heel.
4. The shape of the triangle varies depending on the movement of the horse.
5. When sitting in the saddle and not using the stirrups the triangle will not be formed
6. By joining points A,B and C we get 3 connections: AB = high grip with the upper leg. BC= long grip and support of lower leg. AC= balance or stability.

BENEFITS

1. The triangle creates a position of balance and alert similar to other sports like tennis,golf,box etc.
2. The triangle helps with the balance of the horse as It positions the rider close to the withers.
3. The triangle secures the player’s grip to the saddle from the waist down, creating stability and therefore allowing freedom of movement from the waist up.
4. The triangle position acts as a shock absorber when checking or stopping the horse to prevent the rider from hitting themselves on the saddle.
5. The triangle allows the player to turn the hip and shoulders during the swing and the hips when riding (steering wheel)
6. It helps with the timing of short and medium distance shots.
7. It helps to become a more sensitive player by softening the connection between horse and rider.
8. We instinctively form the golden triangle when we get up from sitting on a chair.