Ah,that elusive perfection! Hunter and jumper riders spend years perfecting their position in the saddle, acknowledging the links between form…
Don't expect instant results, and never force your muscles and joints. Work on the rusty-hinge principle: When a rusty hinge…
You've memorized your test and studied your rulebook, but there are some niceties that you should know about so that…
Dressage is a sport of precision. Details matter, and in the show-ring, you do need to sweat the small stuff.…
In 2011, United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) then-President David O'Connor announced that the Federation would support and develop a national…
The 2013 Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event runs from April 25-28 at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, Ky. This event…
Click for a printable version of this chart. First impressions are important in showing horses, especially in the showmanship division.…
Like most riders, you might resent the thought of one more day in the arena. Even when armed with homework…
Precision and attention to detail are always important in the show pen, but they are especially crucial in showmanship competition.…
The days of dressage riders in top hats seem like a distant memory, but it was only a few short…