When do You Teach a Rider to Put a Horse on the Bit? July 13, 2017 Julie Winkel Ask The Experts 0 Comments Julie Winkel talks about the importance of teaching novice riders good basics before they learn how to get a horse on the bit. Read More→
Tips to Slow Down a Thoroughbred Who Rushes at Jumps June 27, 2017 Geoff Teall Ask The Experts 0 Comments Geoff Teall shares his thoughts on how to encourage a quick Thoroughbred to slow down before a jump. Read More→
Troubleshooting: The Automatic Release and Seeing Distances June 15, 2017 Linda Allen Ask The Experts 2 Comments Linda Allen helps out an amateur rider who has picked up some bad habits due to her lack of confidence with distances. Read More→
How to Build a Horse’s Confidence Without Over Jumping Them May 30, 2017 Julie Winkel Ask The Experts 2 Comments Julie Winkel answers a member's question on often she should jump her Thoroughbred horse. Read More→
How to Ride a Hunter with a Soft Mouth that Tends to Over-flex May 9, 2017 Geoff Teall Ask The Experts, Training Tips 0 Comments Geoff Teall shares his training philosophies with a member whose hunter horse likes light contact and often gets behind the bit. Read More→
Nosebands and Martingales: Fitting and Use April 26, 2017 Julie Winkel Ask The Experts 2 Comments Julie Winkel shares her philosophies on when to use and how to fit various nosebands and martingales. Read More→
The Realities of Falling Off Your Horse April 24, 2017 Linda Allen Ask The Experts 0 Comments Linda Allen discusses why riders often fall off their horses, tips to prevent it, and how to overcome inevitable falls. Read More→
How to Make Your Hunter More Supple March 21, 2017 Julie Winkel Ask The Experts, Riding & Training Help 0 Comments Julie shares her favorite exercises to encourage a hunter to be soft and light on their front end. Read More→
Training a Young Thoroughbred that is Fresh Off the Track March 17, 2017 Jim Wofford Ask The Experts, Riding & Training Help, Thoroughbred Horses, Training Tips 2 Comments Jim Wofford shares his philosophies and exercises on training an OTTB. Read More→
How To Teach A Horse To Accept Rein Contact March 13, 2017 Bernie Traurig Ask The Experts, Training Tips 2 Comments Bernie gives a member bit suggestions and exercises to help her mare who dislikes rein contact. Read More→
Which Release is Best for Lower Level Hunter and Equitation Classes? February 17, 2017 Geoff Teall Ask The Experts, Riding & Training Help 0 Comments Geoff Teall helps clarify what type of release (short, long, crest, or automatic) is appropriate for a lower level rider. Read More→
Train Your Horse To Jump Straight February 14, 2017 Linda Allen Ask The Experts 0 Comments Linda Allen gives a member suggestions on how to encourage his horse to stop jumping to the right over jumps. Read More→
How To Stop Pushing Your Leg Forward Over The Jumps February 9, 2017 Geoff Teall Ask The Experts 0 Comments Geoff Teall gives a member exercises and tips on how to break the habit of throwing her leg forward in the air over the jump. Read More→
How To Ride Round Two of a Hunter Derby January 26, 2017 Julie Winkel Ask The Experts 0 Comments Julie Winkel discusses how the second round in a Hunter Derby is judged. Read More→
Training Your Horse To Peak At The Right Time January 17, 2017 Linda Allen Ask The Experts 0 Comments Linda Allen offers suggestions on how to manage a jumper to help him peak at the right time. Read More→
Teaching Your Horse To Stretch Their Neck Out In A Hunter Under Saddle Class December 27, 2016 Julie Winkel Ask The Experts, Riding & Training Help 0 Comments Julie Winkel gives a member tips on how to get her horse to stretch in a hunter frame. Read More→
How to Handle a Horse When it Spooks December 23, 2016 Jim Wofford Ask The Experts, Eventing, Riding & Training Help 0 Comments Jim Wofford and Olivia Loiacono describe how to handle a situation where a horse spooks when jumping or resists going near something they are afraid of. Read More→
How To Mount Your Horse In An Equitation Medal Test November 29, 2016 Julie Winkel Ask The Experts 0 Comments Julie Winkel explains how to get on and off your horse from the ground if asked to do so in a equitation class. Read More→
What is the Ideal Seat for Equitation Classes? November 17, 2016 Geoff Teall Ask The Experts 0 Comments A member asks if a light seat or deep seat is best for equitation classes. Read More→
Managing Toed-in Conformation On Your Horse November 10, 2016 Julie Winkel Ask The Experts 0 Comments Julie Winkle discusses pigeon-toed conformation and what it means for your horse. Read More→