Jec A. Ballou
Benefits of Riding Your Horse at the Walk
Work at the walk, practiced and touted by old classical dressage masters, is always better than letting a horse stand…
Walking Exercises for Bad Weather
Work at the walk, practiced and touted by old classical dressage masters, is always better than letting a horse stand…
Ground Pole Exercises for Horses
Simple ground pole exercises for horses can sometimes be the most effective because riders are likely to practice them more…
Try Western Dressage
If you’re the type of person who enjoys setting a goal and tackling each step to achieve it, chances are…
English Training: Walking Workouts
Working at the walk, practiced and touted by old classical dressage masters, is always better than letting a horse stand…
Secrets of Successful Horse Sharing
In a world where lives are increasingly hectic and budgets are stretched razor-thin, many equestrians are making an unexpected discovery:…
Groundwork Exercises for Horses
Successful groundwork relies on having numerous exercises and routines in your repertoire. Read on to learn more about groundwork exercises…
Expert Exercise: A New Angle
Most riders have experienced the value of schooling their horses over cavalletti: loftier, more rhythmic gaits and improved coordination and…
Expert Exercise: Canter with a Neck Rope
A vast bundle of nerves lies at the base of the horse’s neck. When it’s stimulated in a way that…
Expert Exercise: Quick Halts Down a Hill
Read on to learn more about riding quick halts on a horse down a hill. When a horse travels heavily…