Dressage Theory
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How to Create Cadence in the Dressage Horse
You may have heard the term “cadence” mentioned when describing the way in which a dressage horse moves. So, what is cadence? Why does ... -
How to Recognize an Unhappy Dressage Horse
It’s well-known that humans experience depression and times when they have “the blues,” but what about your dressage horse? Well, there is evidence to ... -
How to “Connect” Your Horse Through the Use of Transitions
As you and your dressage horse progress through the levels, you will learn how to “connect” your horse. But what is connection, and how ... -
How to Have Patience With Your Dressage Training
Classical rider Alois Podhajsky is regarded by many as the founding father of modern dressage. Podhajsky understood that the horse must be allowed to ... -
How to Improve Fluency
You may have noticed the term “fluency” mentioned in the directives on your dressage score sheets. Although it’s a crucial component of the overall ... -
How to Activate Your Horse’s Hind Legs
When you read the comment, “Needs more activity” on your dressage sheet, what does that mean? Why is an active hind leg important in ... -
How to Turn Your Horse Without Pulling on the Inside Rein
What would happen if you were to ride a circle by simply pulling the horse around by the inside rein? Well, the horse would ... -
How to Improve Your Transitions
Transitions are the glue that holds the dressage horse’s performance together, and that’s why every dressage test contains so many! Good transitions between the ... -
How to Correctly Time Your Aids
No matter how clear and invisible your riding aids are, your horse won’t understand what you want if you get your timing wrong. In ... -
How Dressage Work Can Keep Your Horse Sound
If you’re into dressage, the great news for you is that the sport you love can help to keep your horse sound for longer! ...
