Dressage Theory
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How to Ride Your Horse on the Bit
When we choose to ride our horse down the center line in a dressage test, we accept that we will be judged primarily on ... -
What is the Difference Between Bend and Flexion?
Have you been asked to both bend and flex your horse? Do you understand the difference? There are several issues here that may complicate ... -
How to Teach Your Horse to Accept The Bridle
In order for a horse to gain good marks in dressage tests at any level, he must learn to accept the bridle or bit. ... -
How to Ride From Your Inside Leg to Your Outside Rein
All riders who are preparing for a dressage test, or are training their horses at home, will not be unaccustomed to hear the words, ... -
What Does ‘Between Hand and Leg’ Actually Mean?
Does your instructor tell you that you need your horse more between hand and leg? Or have you had that comment on your dressage ... -
How to Get Your Horse to Bend
How many times have you had the remark, βCould have more bend.β on your dressage test sheet? Lack of supple bend is a common ... -
What is the ‘Happy Athlete’?
The concept of the βhappy athleteβ is a fairly recent innovation in terms of dressage sport, but is one, we hope, that all who ... -
How Quickly to Progress with Your Horse’s Training
When beginning their dressage careers, many riders are very keen to progress up the levels with their horses. Most people use the test series ... -
Why do Horse’s Mouths Foam?
Have you noticed foam around your horseβs mouth when you ride him? Or not? Do you know what that foam is? (Hint β it ... -
How to Select a Suitable Dressage Horse
Buying a horse is a really exciting time, especially if you are hoping to enter the world of competitive dressage. However, a dressage horse ...
