Decorative markings brushed into the horse’s coat--quarter marks--enhance the conformation of a well-muscled hip and croup, and draw attention to…
Many saddle seat riders believe their sport is misunderstood by those unfamiliar with the discipline. Here, Carole Stohlmann, a United…
Q. I currently ride my 10-year-old gelding in jumper classes. He is very smart and a beautiful jumper, but he…
There is more to dressage competition than the ability to create a good pattern. Correct basics, a proper seat and…
Q. At a recent show, both the judge and my trainer said I didn't place well because my young, green…
Photo by Lesley Ward People have different learning styles, some learn best by performing a task over and over, some…
We spend much of our time in the saddle honing the walk, trot and canter, but there are two other…
Of course you should always ride your horse in the bit that lets him perform at his best. And you…
Are you too busy with your hands? Do you resort to grabbing the reins in an effort to force your…
So much preparation is spent riding toward a jump that riders often neglect to continue riding after the jump. Whether…