Laura Graves – A Masterclass

September 1st, 2021
It is probably the longest, but is this the best Dressage Masterclass report EVER? You be the judge - we think Laura Graves is an exceptionally brilliant teacher... Read Article 3 Comments »
 

Kjento, the new World Young Horse Star

August 29th, 2021
The champion six-year-old at the World Young Dressage Horse Championships in Verden, Kjento, certainly had that wow factor, or as the judges’ spokesperson, Peter Storr put it: “Wow! I mean really wow!” And that’s how they judged him, 10 for trot, canter and submission, but ‘only’ an 8 for walk. Verden Turnier image This must […] Read Article Comments Off on Kjento, the new World Young Horse Star
 

Working under saddle with Herr Kukuk

August 9th, 2021
“Dressage is all about working with the horse to help him carry himself better and to take up more weight in his hocks.” The late Franz Kukuk was educated first in the German system, and then at the famed Spanish Riding School in Vienna. Franz Kukuk was legendary for his in hand work, and after his […] Read Article Comments Off on Working under saddle with Herr Kukuk
 

Rodrigo Torres: from Working Equitation to Olympic Dressage

July 30th, 2021
Rodrigo Torres was always an exceptional rider, someone who could produce instant balance, instant harmony, to see him shine in Tokyo was to celebrate a very special horseman.... Read Article 1 Comment »
 

Jessica von Bredow-Werndl: The road to Tokyo

July 29th, 2021
Jessica von Bredow-Werndl was the superstar in the dressage at Tokyo, but it was a long road to the top, with lots of help from horses and humans along the way, read this very special interview with the gold medallist... Read Article 2 Comments »
 

What’s wrong with that piaffe passage tour?

July 28th, 2021
If you have been watching some of the piaffe and passage in the Tokyo tests, and are wondering, that doesn't look right - you are not alone. Jeremy Steinberg explains... Read Article 4 Comments »
 

Lusitanos star in Tokyo

July 27th, 2021
Dressage at Tokyo was a triumph for one of the ancient breeds, the Lusitanos - with five competing in the Grand Prix Read Article 4 Comments »
 

Cathrine Dufour MAKING IT her own way!

July 19th, 2021
She went to Rio an unknown and emerged a star, now Cathrin Dufour goes to Tokyo one of the world's very top riders. Rebecca Ashton has this exclusive interview with Cathrin in Tokyo... Read Article 1 Comment »
 

Why is Lameness so common in Dressage Horses?

July 9th, 2021
Veterinarian Robin Bell looks at the stresses that affect the dressage horse and explains how they can cause unsoundness... Read Article 10 Comments »
 

Edward Gal – and the legacy of Gribaldi and Totilas

June 8th, 2021
It all started with Gribaldi, then Totilas, now Total US and Toto Jr - Edward Gal talks about the Gribaldi dynasty... Read Article 1 Comment »