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Should I lease a horse?

August 28, 2020May 6, 2021 equestrian, riding

Leasing a horse can be a wonderful and educational experience. Here are a few considerations before you take the next step on your equestrian journey!

On showing empathy to other riders

March 17, 2020March 17, 2020 equestrian, riding, confidence, showing

A thoughtful post on showing our fellow equestrians understanding in what can be a very harsh and critical sport.

dark horse wearing a bridle with girl in pink top and jeans

5 Expert Tips for Caring for Your Horse’s Tack

August 14, 2019August 14, 2019 equestrian, saddle, tack

Your horse’s tack will be some of the most expensive equestrian purchases you make but, with the right cleaning and

Bit fit: How many wrinkles?

May 22, 2019 communication, training, equestrian, bits

Understanding your equipment is fundamental to good horsemanship! Care needs to go into adjusting a horse’s bit so as to promote comfort and communication.

horse and human walking through the woods in autumn

Opportunity for you/your horse to appear in Good Horse educational videos

February 7, 2019February 27, 2019 fear, horse emotion, horse psychology, human emotion

Would you be interested in taking part in the creation of Good Horse videos? Get in touch to see how you could get involved!

For the love of the horse!

January 22, 2019 human emotion, equestrian, horse sports, riding

We all have bad days sometimes! The important thing is to always remember why we do what we do and to hang on to our love of the horse!

Dressage for Jumping – Part 3

January 9, 2019February 12, 2019 horse psychology, training, equestrian, show jumping

Dressage principles can help you and your horse excel in any jumping discipline. Here are just some of the ways in which all that flatwork pays off!

Dressage for Jumping – Part 2

January 9, 2019January 9, 2019 training, equestrian, show jumping, classical dressage

Are you a jumper who finds dressage boring? Learn how dressage principles can contribute to your performance over fences.

Dressage for Jumping – Part 1

January 9, 2019January 9, 2019 equestrian, show jumping, welfare, outline

Dressage basics are important for any jumping discipline. Here are a few ways in which exercises on the flat can help your horse perform better over fences.

Managing Your Anxiety in the Saddle

December 24, 2018 fear, training, equestrian, riding

Two strategies to help you deal with riding-related anxiety and nerves.

What makes a great riding student?

December 24, 2018 fear, training, equestrian, riding

Have you ever wondered what your riding instructor expects from you? These are the things that I think make a great riding student.

What makes a great riding instructor?

November 24, 2018December 24, 2018 training, equestrian, riding, instructing

Is there any more to it than knowing when to shout “heels down”? Here are some qualities that I think help make a great riding instructor.

The Rider Weight Debate: What can the latest research tell us?

March 12, 2018March 12, 2018 health, equestrian, riding, welfare

Rider size often comes up in discussion and debate but there isn’t much conclusive research on the topic. A recent pilot study may promise future insights.

Choosing a first horse: Avoiding behavioural problems

August 6, 2017October 20, 2017 training, equestrian, horse sports, new horse

Everyone has ideas about what they want their first horse to be like… Prioritise what is most important to set yourself up for a successful partnership.

Where can I keep my phone while riding?

May 15, 2017May 27, 2017 equestrian, horse sports, hacking

Summer is approaching and we all have fewer and fewer pockets! Wondering where to put your belongings while riding? This might be the answer!

Gadgets: the equestrian world divided

May 3, 2017October 20, 2017 lunging, training, equestrian, outline

The use of gadgets splits opinion but it is important to take a step back from the broader debate to carefully evaluate specific equipment and methods.

Sea Lord and Silva Martin dressage in racing silks

In praise of the Thoroughbred horse: seven ways Thoroughbreds have shaped the equestrian world

March 22, 2017March 22, 2017 equestrian, horse sports, riding, Thoroughbred

Thoroughbreds sometimes get a bad rap but they deserve more recognition! Here are 7 awesome ways Thoroughbreds have helped shape the equestrian world.

Clark Montgomery and Universe, fall at Bramham in 2014

Risk vs. welfare in horse sports: Finding the middle ground

March 17, 2017October 20, 2017 equestrian, horse sports, riding

Polarised opinions dominate discussion of high-risk equestrian sports. But finding a middle ground is important and paves the way for better horse welfare.