Depending on the availability of indoor arenas, lights, and safe footing where you live, riding throughout the winter can be…
A crucial part of preparing your horse for your goals is to keep in mind that he is an athlete.…
An excerpt from Arena Tracks by Christian Baier. These classical tracks are ultimately at the foundation of everything we are…
It’s a scene riders dread: A tense, strong horse ignores your cues, moves straight ahead then begins bucking and kicking…
Groundwork exercises that check communication between horse and human are a crucial part of my evaluation of a new horse…
Getting to know how your horse feels by doing groundwork before a ride is a great idea. However, the groundwork…
There comes a time in every relationship when an honest evaluation is needed, and that includes your partnership with your…
Showmanship at halter is a class that showcases the harmony between a horse and his exhibitor, and the showmanship pivot…
Sitting squarely in her black dressage saddle, para-equestrian Holly Bergay picks up her reins and prepares to train a young…
misThe reins sting your hands as your horse’s head dives like a falling rock for the tall mound of grass.…