CHAPTER XI.

THE LEAP, THE STANDING LEAP, THE FLYING LEAP.

Advantages of learning to leap.--Requisites necessary in leaping.--The standing leap.--Position of the rider, rein-hold, and management of the horse, in the standing leap.--Points to be carefully observed in the leap.--How to make the horse leap.--Management of the reins and of the rider's position during the leap.--Counsels which should be well learned by the rider before attempting the leap, and especially as to the management of the horse.--How to train a horse to leap.--A lady should never attempt the leap, except with a horse well trained in it.--Horses do not all leap alike.--The flying leap.--Important points to know relative to the flying leap. 249