I enjoy educating riders regarding what their horse may be communicating. Not only through their behavioral issues but the Biomechanics...

Coaching is a cycle; the job doesn’t end after instruction. Coaches begin by teaching students, they then observe how and what the...

Rearing is dangerous and can become a learned behavior if the horse knows how to take advantage of a rider’s fears. You have to attempt...

The worst psychological effects of bad training and riding occur when the horse is trapped between a relentless curb and spur. These...

“ What has survived centuries of testing is the sum total of pragmatic equestrian knowledge” - Charles De Kunffy (Training strategies for...

I have always had an interest in helping horses with behavior problems. The rewards of helping the horse to “ let go” of fears and...

I was once told that I didn’t have to “ fix” every horse I rode. Being a trainer that specializes in “ problem horses” this was a bit of...

The horses eye can tell us so much about what they may be feeling. I believe so much is shown as to whether the horse is calm or...

This is a question Janet Foy would like all Dressage riders to utilize Janet Foy is in an elite group of Fédération Equestre...

Problem solving: Resistance Resistance means so much more than an unwillingness to go forward. It shows itself in many forms whether it...

Although goals in Dressage training are important, the horse may not understand the meaning behind our intentions. Many riders believe...

Almost 20 Years ago, there were consistent Clinicians in my area to receive amazing instruction from. Many of these clinicians were...

Passionate people are almost always ambitious. They want to have a say in the field that they love. They read about it, study it, embrace...

I believe that hard work, determination, and passion is what can create a better rider. I am also convinced that the skill and technique...

I noticed a comment recently which led me to write this blog.. "Dressage is so hard! “ The reality is... Dressage is only hard if: Your...

I think that there is a certain " frame " that some have come to demand from their horse. The belief that the head needs to be in a...

I have taken so many longe lessons to help my position, strengthen my core, and sit the trot.... I am so thankful for the skills I...

Although contact is on the third block of the training scale, it is an important step necessary for all ages and types of horses. The...

Whether you are on a fancy Warmblood or not, movement is going to come from how the horse uses their back muscles. We hear things like "...

“Relaxation is related to the first step, rhythm. Without proper mental and physical relaxation, a horse will not settle down and find...