Arena markers are a great tool when working on improving specific things in our riding. Whether it be rhythm and stride length. Or shapes of movements and shapes… Using strategically placed markers can really improve the overall quality of the work you do with your horse. However, just like all of the other artificial aids, we can sometimes become a…
“So, what are you planning on doing today?”. It’s a question I ask at least 5 or 6 times a week to different riders. And, let’s be honest here, so often the answer is not all that great! “I’m not sure. We’ll see when we start working.” If that’s you right regarding your next ride with your horse, I am…
It’s always the same. The same sentences are being spoken and written about the same things. And I’ve been thinking about why it is this way. Why do most riders make the same ‘resolutions’ year in and year out? Rather than growing, building, and developing so that they get to create something different each year they are together? How about…
Whether it comes down to circumstances, weather, or location, finding yourself without a flat, good-quality, horse arena to train in, can often derail everything. It can feel like every single exercise you see or hear about requires acres of space and dozens of poles! And, maybe even more frustrating is when you begin to feel things coming together, only to…
The transition into canter is one that always gives us opportunities to develop and improve as riders. And it can do the same for our horses as well. And yet, for many riders, improvement is frustratingly slow! The good news is that it doesn’t have to be this way. Canter and transitions into the canter are one aspect of horse…
Are all the months starting to look and feel the same for you and your horse? Especially if you have been training your horse alone! Have you been experiencing a case of ‘same ride again’ on repeat, over and over again? If so, here are 5 tips to help you to achieve more when training your horse. Especially if you…
