How To Stop A Horse From Pulling Down When Riding

A student asked me why the lesson horse she was riding kept pulling against her. This particular little mare was one of the more popular horses at a

Read More

Ultimate Guide For Beginner Adult Horse Riders

Are you too old to start horse riding?If you've had a lifelong dream of riding horses, but didn't have the opportunity when you were younger, it's not too

Read More

How To Teach Your Horse To Stand Still For Mounting

Does your horse not stand still at the mounting block? Or does he walk away as soon as you're seat is in the saddle? It’s frustrating, unsafe and uncomfortable

Read More

3 Ways To Feel Less Frustrated When Horse Riding (and have a better partnership with your horse)

​Frustrated because you’re not getting the partnership or the performance you want from with your horse? Find out what’s getting in the way and 3 ways to you

Read More

No-Stirrups November – Should You Be Taking Part?

It's November and the challenge has been thrown down again. Ride with no stirrups! The premise is that riding without stirrups will make you a better rider by

Read More

Why It’s Okay To Dismount When Your Horse Acts Up

Have been told that if you dismount when your horse “acts up”, your horse has "won" and you've taught him how to get you off his back?  I

Read More

How To Stop Your Horse From Bucking In Canter

It's no secret that riding a horse that bucks when he canters is an unsettling, if not downright frightening, experience. And, it can lead to a vicious cycle

Read More

Are You Afraid Of Ruining Your Horse?

Are you worried about ruining your horse because you don't think you're a good enough rider or leader for him? Read on to learn the steps you need

Read More

Is It Okay To Get Off My Horse When I (Or He) Freak Out?

What should you do when you (or your horse) become overwhelmed and so tense that you just can't deal with what's going on? Common advice is to stay

Read More

How You Can Change Your Horse’s Annoying Habits

What habits does your horse have that annoy you? Something seemingly small and unimportant, but annoying none the less. Maybe it's something like pulling away to get grass

Read More