Have you ever felt as though the concept of the half halt is a memo every other rider, except for you, somehow received? If so, you’re not alone! There was no memo, and there are more riders than you can imagine out there who also just don’t ‘get it’! Which is strange because the half halt is one of the…
If you’ve ever asked for a half halt and felt… well, nothing – you’re not alone! So many riders don’t really use the half halt in their riding because they find that it either doesn’t work, or it’s a little ‘too much’ for them and their horses! I know many riders can feel a little daunted when they hear the…
If your riding hasn’t changed, it’s probably not because you haven’t learned something new. It’s more likely because you haven’t committed to doing something new. I know, that might seem a little harsh! And if it stings a little for you, perhaps there is a morsel of truth in there? In fact, if your riding isn’t improving, this might be…
Ever catch yourself thinking, “Seriously, we’re working on this again? I should be past this by now!” You’re definitely not alone. So many experienced and returning riders feel frustrated when asked to revisit the basics. But here’s the thing: The basics aren’t something you master once and leave behind. They’re the building blocks of truly great riding. And the more…
Have you ever caught yourself mid-ride, wondering, “Wait, what am I even doing right now?” You’re trotting along and suddenly realise your reins have slipped, your heels are up, or you’re staring at your horse’s neck. Riding on autopilot isn’t a bad thing – if what’s running in the background is actually helping you. In fact, putting the right things…
You hop into the saddle, ready for a great ride. But before you know it, you’ve spent most of the session adjusting your hands, correcting your position, and just ‘fixing’ yourself. All while your horse just plods along! Sound familiar? Don’t worry, you’re not alone… Ask yourself this: Where is the majority of your attention or focus when you ride?…
