A student asked me why the lesson horse she was riding kept pulling against her. This particular little mare was one of the more popular horses at a busy riding school.As is the fate of nice, easy going lesson horses, she carries around a lot of beginner riders.The young riders (and their parents) are eager
Thinking about learning to ride or returning to the saddle as an adult? You’re not alone, and it is never too late.Learning to ride as an adult? 5 things you need to knowWhile many beginner rider guides focus solely on the mechanics of sitting in the saddle, they often skip the real hurdles adult riders
Does your horse not stand still at the mounting block? Or does he walk away as soon as you’re seat is in the saddle? It’s frustrating, unsafe and uncomfortable to start each ride fighting with your horse to stand still as you try to get in the saddle. This is a common frustration that I hear
Do you want to go confidently hacking on trails or roads with your horse? These 8 tips will help you feel safer and less anxious.
Frustrated because you’re not getting the partnership or the performance you want from with your horse? Find out what’s getting in the way and 3 ways to you change it … and enjoy the ride. Whether your goal is to win ribbons or belt buckles, being able to get a decent canter transition, get over a jump
No-Stirrup November: Improve your riding balance and posture in the saddle while keeping your horse comfortable. Discover 5 tips for riding safely and confidently without stirrups.”
Have been told that if you dismount when your horse “acts up”, your horse has “won” and you’ve taught him how to get you off his back? I disagree with this thinking and encourage riders to dismount whenever they choose. After all, it’s your butt in the saddle!The Fear ThresholdEveryone has a threshold for where their
Riding a horse that bucks at the canter is not just unsettling – it’s downright frightening!And once it happens, it can create a vicious cycle of tension and anxiety for both you and your horse.Before long, you’re both bracing at the thought of picking up the canter.A Real-Life Example: Why This Gelding Bucked at the
Are you worried about ruining your horse because you don’t think you’re a good enough rider or leader for him? Learn the steps you need to take now.
What should you do when you (or your horse) become overwhelmed and so tense that you just can’t deal with what’s going on? Common advice is to stay on and ride through it. I disagree. Because in some situations the best choice – for you and your horse – is to get off.Overwhelmed and Disappointed
Struggling with your horse riding confidence? This free guide tells you about 7 common mindset shifts anxious horse riders can make to improve your horse riding confidence.
