You’ve seen them ride effortlessly. Their aids are almost invisible. The balance, softness and seemingly effortless communication look almost magical. Working Equitation training can help you develop this in-depth communication. But what we don’t see are the years of systematic development and training that created that partnership. A horse capable of the lightness and balance…
Horse riding after 50 – Discover the joys and challenges of riding through midlife. Practical inspiration for women over 50 who want to stay active, confident and connected with horses.
So, you’ve decided to return to riding after years focused on career, family.
First of all, welcome back. We missed you. And we’re looking forward to getting you back in the saddle.
HOWEVER, things may be a bit different.
and how to avoid them? Are you returning to the saddle? Whether is’s been two years or twenty, congratulations! You’re stepping back into something that once felt natural, but now feels unfamiliar. That’s normal. There are a few things you have to acknowledge when you return to the tack. Don’t Expect to Pick Up Where…
Real Progress Isn’t Pretty, But It’s Everything Let’s be honest, coming back to riding after raising a family or building a career can feel like stepping into a life you barely recognize. The real success? It’s not in the ribbons, the perfect rides, or the videos we post online. It’s in the quiet, imperfect moments…
The most common question I get is how do I train my horse to <....> when people should be asking, what skills do I need to <.....> Find what skills you need to improve your horse and improve yourself.
Have you ever felt like your legs just won’t stay still while riding? My advice? ride without stirrups. That is what I would tell my students. And that’s why I decided to give it a try. At least for one ride anyway. And when I mean 1 ride, I mean 10 minutes of one ride….
Judges Cards Have you ever wondered what a judges card looks like? Well here is your chance. Down load your free Judges Card here. Each line will reflect a horse’s performance. The fewer marks on the page the better.Remember the judge can see hundreds of horses and hundreds of hunter rounds in a day so keeping…
How to Avoid Refusals and Run-Outs: Practical Advice for Show Jumping When you enter the show ring, one of your first priorities is to get around the course smoothly, jumping every fence correctly and maintaining a consistent rhythm. Missing a distance is disappointing, but a refusal or run-out can have a significant impact on your…
– Getting the Right Spot While Horse Show Jumping July 9, 2019 By Laura If you are planning on doing some horse jumping it is important to get your horse to take off at the correct ‘spot’. Terminology In Horse Show Jumping The Long Spot – When jumping, taking off to early or far from the base of…