
Horsemanship
All is Fair in Love and Training?
When riding, training, and competing, it seems we are constantly trying to balance how to be kind to our horses while still establishing boundaries that…
When riding, training, and competing, it seems we are constantly trying to balance how to be kind to our horses while still establishing boundaries that…
A little inspiration can go a long way! Whether it’s beginner group lessons, advanced gymnastics, exercises for a young horse, or schooling a specific skill,…
“When you have elastic arms and an independent seat—you support your upper body from your security in the tack and balance in the stirrups, not…
For a horse to be able to be collected, learning to give to the rein and flex at the poll is vital. “A horse that…
Do you think of yourself as an equestrian? Do you think of yourself as an equestrian athlete? If you aren’t accustomed to including the word…
We all know that while in the saddle, the rider communicates with the horse using a language of succinct signals. Oh, yeah…and these signals are…
So another December has rolled around. And for Americans in all but the most southern tier of states, this means that the toughest time looms…
Probably the greatest example of the power of intention is found in the world of Quantum Physics. In this world we learn that literally everything…
It’s no secret that the arena can become a dreadfully boring place. Even the strongest, healthiest, most loving and connected horse-and-rider team are sometimes driven…
So you want to become a horse trainer, huh? Sounds like fun—doing what you love and getting paid for it? Score! You are about to…
My Connemara cross, Anna, is not known for being the most forward thinking of mounts. While she is pretty willing to do whatever is asked,…
Remember that ridiculous Monty Python comedy sketch “The Ministry of Silly Walks”? It has inspired all manner of copycat moments over the years, and while…
Riding horses is exhausting. No, I’m not talking about the physical exhaustion that comes with hours in the saddle. I don’t mean the sore muscles,…
Automatic flying changes. It sounds like a desirable skill in a horse. But is it in practice? USET veteran and EquestrianCoach.com founder Bernie Traurig says…
In 1996 I participated in a Natural Horsemanship clinic given by the late Tom Dorrance. Even though he was a cowboy, well over half of…
When I was a kid, we used to call it “parade gait”…the bouncy jig our ponies performed when we all lined up in an open…
This article was supposed to be a new installment in my Liberty Training for Amateurs series, however, I’ve been consumed by a terrible tragedy. My…
There are a few things to consider before hopping on your horse without a saddle and bridle. First, your seat and leg should be proficient…
I left the ring with a huge grin on my face and signaled my student with a thumbs up as we made eye contact. I…
Transitioning a Thoroughbred from racehorse to sport horse is no easy task. The process of rehabilitating and retraining these amazing athletes for success in other…