Which joints have the biggest impact on the quality of contact? The horse’s ease of movement and rhythm of stride? And the safety, stability and effectiveness of the jump rider? The hip joints! The movement in the hip joints is what determines the quality of the rider’s seat. Over the jump we want the joints to be soft and moveable to allow the horse to jump up to you so that he can clear the fence easily! Watch below as Wendy demonstrates what a solid, secure jump position looks like - the one