At the 5th level the rider must have the power and knowledge of the following factors:
TheoreticalKnow the basics of the history of equestrianism and development to this day.
Understand the main aspects of training physiology and training of horses.
Understand the basis of the exercises.
Know very well the gaits of the Icelandic horse and what underlies their training.
Practical
Have very good control of all seats and know how to use them correctly when training the horse.
Can use the riding arena and various riding routes purposefully when training the horse.
Have control of gait training and can ride all gaits except pace.
Have good control of speed control and gait changes.
Can make the horse grow and shrink the frame, on walk and trot.
Be able to perform proper gait changes in balance.
Rider and horse in mental and physical balance.
