So, we’ve all been there, riding around the arena on our horse, desperately seeking the elusive ‘On the Bit’. Pumping with our legs, ‘sponging’ with our hands; doing our level best to achieve what is beginning to feel like the holy grail of riding a horse! All the while hoping, praying, wishing (hey, when you are desperate you will resort…
There are certain times of the year when regular riding becomes a little struggle; winter can be one of them. Sometimes summer can be equally as troublesome for many riders. Due to this being an issue at some point or another for so many riders around the world, I thought it would be fun to try approaching this seeming ‘drawback’…
You have just finished cooling down from what, in your mind, was the best lesson you have had in months… As you are tending to your horse, that afterglow feel is radiating from you. The feeling of achievement and success. And this is exactly when you need to record all that happening in your horse riding journal! You see, what…
Think back to a time when you were in the midst of learning something new… We know that when we learn, different feelings come up. Some are positive and others are not so much… However a simple well done when you make even the tiniest progress can be a game-changer. In fact, it is often all the fuel that is…
Whether you are a riding instructor, trainer, barn owner, or manager; growing your business is important. And, as you grow your business, your time will begin to become more valuable. Finding new clients is key to growth. However, are all new clients equal? In order to best utilize your time and skills, this is a question that you must, ask…
Often when we work with horses or in the equine industry our time gets spent working in our equestrian business. We do all of the things; riding, training, and the stables to name a few. However, in order to grow, we need to invest more time working on our equestrian business. The marketing and sales, outlining processes and procedures, and…
