Mount – To get onto the horse.
Dismount – To get off the horse.
Walk – Four-beat gait.
Trot – Two-beat gait.
Canter – Three-beat gait.
Gallop – Fastest four-beat gait.
Posting – Rising and sitting rhythmically during the trot.
Diagonal – Correct timing when posting.
Lead – The front leg that reaches farther during the canter.
Collection – Balanced movement with increased engagement.
Extension – Lengthened stride.
Half Halt – Brief aid used to rebalance the horse.