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Dressage Mysteries Solved Part IIDressage Mysteries Solved Part II

Dressage Mysteries Solved Part II

In Part I of Dressage Mysteries Solved, dressage clinician, author and three-time Olympic coach Jane Savoie outlined the connecting aids…

10 years ago
No More StopsNo More Stops

No More Stops

Although jumping is a lot of fun, a lot of things can go wrong when you aim your horse at…

10 years ago
Lazy Dressage HorseLazy Dressage Horse

Lazy Dressage Horse

Q: I do dressage with my very lazy, thick-skinned Friesian. He doesn’t respect my leg or whip. What can I…

10 years ago
Understanding the Half-HaltUnderstanding the Half-Halt

Understanding the Half-Halt

The half-halt is elusive to many dressage riders. Performed correctly, it remains nearly imperceptible to onlookers, while providing necessary balance…

10 years ago
Switching from Western to EnglishSwitching from Western to English

Switching from Western to English

Q: I’ve ridden western for many years, but I really want to ride English and jump. Is it hard to…

10 years ago
Ask the Expert: My Jumper is Heavy on the ForehandAsk the Expert: My Jumper is Heavy on the Forehand

Ask the Expert: My Jumper is Heavy on the Forehand

Q: My horse seems heavy on her forehand while cantering and jumping. This causes me to lose my balance, resulting…

10 years ago
Fear of Ditches on Cross-CountryFear of Ditches on Cross-Country

Fear of Ditches on Cross-Country

Q: My horse is afraid of ditches, so I’ve only been able to show where I know the cross-country course…

10 years ago
Video: Vary Riding SurfacesVideo: Vary Riding Surfaces

Video: Vary Riding Surfaces

One of the easiest ways you can improve your horse’s athleticism and fitness is to exercise him on various surfaces…

10 years ago
Ask the Expert: Stirrup Length for Flatwork and JumpingAsk the Expert: Stirrup Length for Flatwork and Jumping

Ask the Expert: Stirrup Length for Flatwork and Jumping

Q: How long should my stirrups be for flatwork and jumping? A: Stirrup length, as it turns out, is a…

10 years ago
Ask the Expert: Dressage TransitionAsk the Expert: Dressage Transition

Ask the Expert: Dressage Transition

Q: I have a 6-year-old American Saddlebred mare that I currently ride saddle seat. I’m thinking about switching to dressage,…

10 years ago