Tips for Counting Strides When Jumping
If you love to jump, eventually the time will come that you start to ride longer courses, jump bigger jumps, and maybe even show. At…
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Try Your Hand at Polocrosse
The horses thunder across the smooth grass field, leg wraps flashing. Six riders in bright jerseys expertly wheel and maneuver their mounts as they try…
All-in-One Jumping Exercise
If you don’t get to take frequent lessons, you may find the need to practice what you’ve learned in between without your instructor presents. This…
The Difference Between Hunters, Jumpers & Equitation
Imagine sailing over an oxer from a perfect takeoff spot, your horse’s knees tucked beautifully under his chin. Or turning and burning through a rollback…
What Is a Hony?
Small horses are a familiar sight in the world of western riding. Short but agile horses are purposely bred for ranch work and herding cattle….
Dressage Tips That Translate to Any Discipline
No matter what kind of riding you do, dressage work can make it better! Correct dressage practice makes a horse stronger, more balanced, more supple,…
English Lesson: Good Hands Guide
Every rider should strive to have soft, giving hands. As a result, your horse will have a soft mouth. Establishing correct contact will help develop…
English Lesson: Pick up the Pace
We’ve all been there. You’re looking forward to a great riding lesson, but from the minute you mount your pony, you’re begging him to go…
English Lesson: Stride Right
Whether you’re just learning to jump or you’re an accomplished rider, finding a distance to a fence can be tricky. Read onto learn more about…
Hunt Seat Equitation on the Flat Show Tips
If you’re going to enter hunt seat equitation classes this show season, you should know how to impress the judge if you want to win…
