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Dressage for Jumping – Part 3

January 9, 2019January 9, 2019 combinationhorsehorse 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 combinationhorsetraining, 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 combinationhorseequestrian, 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 combinationhorsefear, training, equestrian, riding

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

How do horses learn to respond to cues?

August 16, 2018 combinationhorsehorse psychology, training

Often overlooked in the horse world, a solid understanding of Learning Theory and Operant Conditioning is a huge asset when working with horses.

Should I change my horse’s bit?

July 20, 2018July 20, 2018 combinationhorsecommunication, training, riding, bits

Are you struggling to find that perfect bit that your horse will work well in? This common problem often has a simple, but counter-intuitive, solution.

3 Tips for Fearless Riding

July 20, 2018July 20, 2018 combinationhorsehuman emotion, horse sports, riding, confidence

Do you lack confidence in the saddle? Don’t worry – you’re not alone! Here are 3 simple things you can do to help you work through your riding fears.

Ridden work for building topline

October 21, 2017October 23, 2017 combinationhorsetraining, topline

Building topline is all about exercising the right muscles. Here are a few ridden activities to help your horse’s physical development.

The hanging cheek bit: does it apply poll pressure?

October 21, 2017October 27, 2017 combinationhorsetraining, bits, misconceptions

Hanging cheek bits are sometimes confused with leverage bits. In reality, they relieve poll pressure and can be a good choice for sensitive horses.

Choosing a first horse: Avoiding behavioural problems

August 6, 2017October 20, 2017 combinationhorsetraining, 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.