Exercise Scoring Guide
Understanding performance ratings for your training sessions
Rate each exercise on a scale of 1-10 based on your horse's performance, considering factors like technique, consistency, willingness, and overall quality.
Use this guide to ensure consistent and meaningful assessments across all training sessions.
Excellent / Optimal
Perfect execution with no room for improvement
Very Good
Near-perfect execution with minimal areas for refinement
Good / Functional
Solid performance with good technique and consistency
Developing
Shows promise but requires continued practice and refinement
Needs Improvement
Fundamental understanding present but significant work needed
Inconsistent
Inconsistent performance with noticeable gaps in execution
Compensating
Compensating movement patterns that require focused attention
Poor / Concerning
Requires immediate attention and focused training
Tips for Accurate Scoring
- •Be honest and consistent in your assessments to track genuine progress
- •Consider the difficulty level and your horse's experience with the exercise
- •Focus on progress over perfection - improvement is the goal
- •Add notes to provide context for scores and track specific observations