Tag Archives: horseback riding
Can I get a Longe Lesson – Please?!
When I decided to refocus my riding to dressage, I made a valiant effort to find someone to give me regular longe lessons. Shockingly, this was much more difficult than I had expected! I would hear things like, “you’ve been riding all … Continue reading
Posted in Riding Philosophy, Training
Tagged dressage, equestrian, Horse, horseback riding, Longeing, Spanish Riding School
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Managing Expectations
A colleague of mine used to love the phrase “managing expectations.” I’ve found this mindset has uses in many areas of our lives, especially when teaching and training. As riders, we must check our expectations at the door and “let … Continue reading
Posted in Riding Philosophy
Tagged Charles de Kunffy, Communication, equestrian, Horse, horseback riding, Sports, Training
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Ride As If
I’ll admit, I haven’t been feeling ready for show season. Between my struggles to find a saddle (stay tuned for a saddle fit post coming soon!), the looming financial toll, and the fact that the test movements were not confirmed … Continue reading
Posted in Training
Tagged dressage, horse show, horse training, horseback riding, USDF, Wendy Jago
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Equine Affaire
I attended my first Equine Affaire earlier this month. Boy, what an experience! A friend and I were on the fence and finally decided at the last minute. I didn’t know what to expect going in, but it was bigger, … Continue reading
Posted in Training
Tagged dressage, equestrian, half-half, Horse, horse training, horseback riding, Jan Ebeling
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HPS?
I have always said people were the most difficult part about being involved with horses, and I stand by that statement. My dad and I have affectionately named this quirk “HPS,” standing for Horse Person Syndrome. In a sport where … Continue reading
Today is the First Day of the Rest of My Life
Well, hello, Blogosphere! (Do people use that word anymore?) Either way, thanks for checking in! My story is a long one, but suffice it to say that yesterday, while watching a week-old filly frolicking in her stall (sooo cute!), I decided … Continue reading
Posted in Riding Philosophy
Tagged dressage, equestrian, horse training, horseback riding
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Essential Equestrian 