The aids and the horse: A classical approach
One of the great classical teachers of modern times, Henri van Schaik, explains the aids, and how to use them... Read Article 1 Comment »
Category: Dressage
One of the great classical teachers of modern times, Henri van Schaik, explains the aids, and how to use them... Read Article 1 Comment »
Self carriage is essential for all riders and horses
Self Carriage is for horses and riders – Dr Andrew McLean tells us: “The horse must travel in-hand and under saddle free of any constant rein or leg pressure, otherwise he will switch off to them. The concept of self-carriage seems simple enough. It means that the horse self-maintains his own rhythm, tempo, stride length, […] Read Article Comments Off on Self carriage is essential for all riders and horses
Simone Pearce – the ups and downs
For dressage rider Simone Pearce the last couple of months have been a roller coaster ride, a triumph at Aachen, not so wonderful at the Olympic Games... Read Article 1 Comment »
Carl Hester Top Tip
Carl talks about a ‘dip in front of the wither’, it’s not good, what we can do about it? With correct stretching you can see the dip fill up – Carl demonstrates “There were two horses in the Clinic that had it. The first horse I felt it was more just conformation – its neck […] Read Article 4 Comments »
Kira Wulferding – elegant effective riding works
One of the amazing features of the German equestrian scene is the depth and knowledge, and talent, of its members. Christopher Hector recalls and enjoys the successes of one of his favourite riders, from afar, a few days ago I saw that she had placed third in the Grand Prix at Herzlake, with a score of […] Read Article Comments Off on Kira Wulferding – elegant effective riding works
Bella meets Bella
We all know Bella Rose the super star - but was she like as a three year old? Isabell Werth recalls THAT moment when she first saw Bella... Read Article 2 Comments »
The walk, what’s important? Tips from Carl Hester
One thing Carl Hester warns about is a lateral walk… “The use of the head and neck is so important in walk, it should be like a rowing motion, the horse has to take your hand forward and not fiddle and get behind the vertical. Practice a lot of correct walk at home and get your […] Read Article Comments Off on The walk, what’s important? Tips from Carl Hester
Meet the Winners’ Coach, Andreas Hausberger
Meet Andreas Hausberger, a Chief Rider at the Spanish Riding School, and trainer of the Multi Olympic and European Championships, Medal winner, Jessica von Bredow Werndl, plus the Under 25 Euro Medal winners, Semmieke Rothenberger, and Raphael Netz: “Look at someone like Jessie von Bredow Werndl, who I’ve been helping for 15 years. She knows […] Read Article Comments Off on Meet the Winners’ Coach, Andreas Hausberger
Dressage Breeding at the Euros…
There was a fascinating mix of bloodlines in the horses that are competing in the European Dressage Championships - Christopher Hector has the story... Read Article Comments Off on Dressage Breeding at the Euros…
Carl Hester talks about starting the young horse…
Carl Hester talks about making Medal winners from the start, using Valegro as an example: “There are no short-cuts -you have to stick to your basics of waiting until you get the stretch from the horse, waiting until you get your relaxation. That’s where people need help sometimes.” Valegro as a young horse images: Kevin […] Read Article Comments Off on Carl Hester talks about starting the young horse…