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Samantha Torcise

SAMANTHA TORCISE is the owner of Strong Current Stables in Homestead, Fla. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Equestrian Studies from Centenary University and is a USHJA Certified Instructor. Learn more about Torcise and her boarding and training facility at www.strongcurrentstables.com.

Achieve the Correct Timing of Riding Aids

It’s been said that watching good horse training is like watching paint dry. This is because horses communicate through the…

4 weeks ago

How to Improve a Lazy Horse’s Responsiveness

Some of the safest horses you can ride are also the least responsive to the aids. These quiet types are…

2 months ago

Equestrian Goal Setting

Being an equestrian and a horse owner is a time-consuming and expensive lifestyle. Because of this, it can be easy…

3 months ago

Solutions for a Horse Stopping at Jumps

If your horse is stopping at the jumps, it’s time to rewind to the very basics and start building up, one…

7 months ago

Making a Spooky Horse More Confident

Use this step-by-step approach to make a spooky horse more confident or handle an unexpected scary scenario. Spooking isn’t fun…

7 months ago

How to Train a Horse That’s Rushing Jumps

Read on for tips on training and correcting a horse that's rushing the jumps. Picture this: You are cantering around…

7 months ago

Visualization Skills for Riders

By using correct visualization techniques, you can improve your riding performance in the show ring without any extra miles under…

1 year ago

Target Your Horse’s Warmup

A crucial part of preparing your horse for your goals is to keep in mind that he is an athlete.…

1 year ago

Groundwork Exercises to Improve Communication

Groundwork exercises that check communication between horse and human are a crucial part of my evaluation of a new horse…

2 years ago

Brush Up on Your Riding Aids

I’m a fan of the saying, “Your horse is doing his best with the information you provided.” It directs us…

2 years ago