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Tip/Quote of the Day # 56
The intensity of a half halt is determined by the strength of the push into it.
~Shannon's Corner~
Shannon's Blog post # 5: The Mental Obstacle Course of Riding
The Mental Obstacle Course of Riding I'm a competitive person by nature, always have been, and if my parents are any indication, always will be. Growing up, I was a tri-sport athlete, an honors student, and rode 6 days a week while working off lessons at the
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 55
"Under no circumstances (except to save your life) is see-sawing on the bit ever allowed. Nor is sneaky jiggling. The bit should only be moved by the chewing action of the horse." ~ Catherine Haddad Staller
~Maat's Corner~
Maat's Blog Post # 1: Using Trot Lengthenings to Improve Your Training
Even though trot lengthenings don’t show up until your dressage test at First level, you can still use them at home to improve your horse’s overall training! Trot lengthenings gymnasticize your horse and help build muscle. They improve the overall elasticity of your horse, meaning your horse has
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 54
A calm, attentive horse begins with a calm, attentive handler.
Educational Discussions
Discussion # 72: Let's discuss this quote!
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 53
When one speaks of "disciplining" a horse, it does not mean to punish, but rather to correct. You simply stop the unwanted behavior and show them what they should be doing instead. Always train the horse to give you a consistent pattern of behavior.
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 52
The mouth is never the real problem. What you feel in your hand is a reflection of what is happening behind the saddle. Get the back relaxed and swinging, and the hind legs active, and the horse will feel like putty in your hands.
Photos
Photo # 49: Jen would like a conformation critique on her mare!
Lesley's Corner
Focus is a Key Ingredient to Success (Current Freebie!)
Every sport that requires accuracy requires the ability to focus. In our sport, this means several things: * Being accurate with the focus of your eyes, to help your horse know where to focus, and so that you will be able to more effortlessly go exactly where you are looking. Watch
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 51
The horse shouldn't feel punished for trying to escape the connection, they should just feel unsuccessful.
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 50
The pulley rein can be used as a back up to ANY restraining aid that is ignored by the horse. Don't save it just for emergencies!