What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- Understanding how the half halt is like an intercom system for your horse! Timing, Timing, Timing and why you are probably doing too much for too long… Thinking about riding into your hand, rather than against it Working towards slowing the front end to ‘catch up’ the back-end…
What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- What is straightness on a circle Creating a channel and maintaining it The importance of independent aids to maintain the circle What can go wrong and how to identify and work on it I am willing to bet that every time you get in the arena with your…
What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- Understand what balance is when it comes to riding Realising that your independent seat requires all your body parts to work independently of each other Being relaxed is vital to having an independent seat How becoming stronger makes you a more balanced rider What is an independent seat,…
What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- The benefits of riding without stirrups The difference between a ‘draped’ leg and a vice grip! How relaxation requires a little effort on your part A few ideas about getting started today Riding without stirrups is something many riders won’t even dare to try. They understand how important…
It is always nice to have a plan or a map to follow when learning something new. The training scale is that map for many riders when they begin schooling their horse. However, the training scale can be equally as valuable for you, the rider. It is a road map to help keep you on track with your riding. So…
Have you ever become frustrated when someone is failing to understand and respond appropriately to your requests and communications? Have you ever experienced this in the saddle? For many riders, they noticed that, even more frustratingly, this often occurs when they feel their riding should actually be improving. You’re not alone. Many riders begin to feel this way after they have taken action…
