Dressage
WordNet
noun
(1) Maneuvers of a horse in response to body signals by the rider
WiktionaryText
Noun
dressage
- the schooling of a horse
- an equestrian sport in which the horse and rider perform a test of specific movements in an arena, and are judged on the horse's obedience, acceptance of the bridle and of the rider's aids, gaits, impulsion, and the harmony between horse and rider
Synonyms
- (the training of a horse): flatwork, training, haute ecole (high school), classical dressage
Also known as ballet on horseback!