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4. The Murdoch Method provides educational experiences, which expand the rider's knowledge and awareness of themselves and their horses through learning about the anatomy, physiology, biomechanics and function of a living body at rest and in motion. An understanding of movement with respect to gravity is key in developing a sense of balance, position, spatial awareness and enjoyment for all activities involving horses. Improved function is imparted by improving the dynamic relationship between rider, horse and gravity. 5. The Murdoch Method enables riders to differentiate and utilize parts of their body previously unconsidered, restricted or untrained in the overall function necessary to communicate clearly and effectively with the horse. By allowing riders to learn how their whole body cooperates in any movement, the Murdoch Method enables riders to enhance their riding with more comfort, efficiency, and pleasure in order to achieve their goals. 6. The Murdoch Method is based on the individual's desire to improve, desire to know more, willingness to question and willingness to accept change. These tenets are key for rider to make significant improvement in their riding. By advancing the rider's understanding of themselves and their horse a deeper level of respect and partnership will emerge. 7. The Murdoch Method endeavors to determine what great riders do naturally and make that information available to all riders. By combining science-based information with experience, practical applications for riding are continually developed in both unmounted and mounted lessons. 8. The Murdoch Method recognizes that respect for other living beings both horse and human are essential this approach. 9. The Murdoch Method acknowledges that information comes from many sources and experiences. The Method aspires to be an objective source of knowledge and education where all theories, ideas and concepts are acknowledged. By providing a thorough education in an academic environment individuals are able to discern which ...