Tips and insights for showing
First level dressage… A very very important level for sure, and usually one of the fullest classes at shows. In this article we will dive into the nooks and crannies of everything involving first level dressage. Know the Purpose of First Level Dressage One of the most overlooked concepts of first level dressage is, in…
Dressage test riding is a valuable skill to have once you start showing. Many riders will practice all year long, perfecting a certain test or level, only to blow it all to pieces when they actually get in the ring. Its a common frustration. But there are 3 main reasons why this happens. Below we…
The beautiful, elegant, ever-flowing free walk. It seems simple enough, but many riders have major problems during their free walk. In fact, there’s one particular problem that seems to creep up on almost everyone during the free walk, often costing them some serious points. Can you guess what the biggest, most common problem with the…
What’s the one thing you wish you could do to feel really good about your overall experience at a dressage show? IMPROVE your DRESSAGE SCORES! Riding in a show can be a daunting task. Things rarely go as planned and the actual riding always feels a little differently than when you ride at home. When…