This is why your horse won’t accept leg pressure
Tip video This is why your horse won’t accept leg pressure Does your horse tense up, ignore, or even resist your leg aid? If so, you’re not alone! In this video, I break down why horses react differently to leg pressure, and what you can do to help your horse find a relaxed and connected response […]
Overcome anxiety in tight spaces
Tip video Overcome anxiety in tight spaces For many horses, tight spaces such as gateways, stable entrances, or narrow aisles can trigger anxiety and the urge to rush. Rather than simply pushing your horse through, it’s important to help him feel relaxed and in control. 👇 In this video, we’ll look at how taking things […]
How to deal with a horse on box rest
Tip video How to deal with a horse on box rest Does your horse have an injury and need to stay on box rest? In this video, I’ll share tips on how to keep your horse mentally stimulated and prevent him from becoming too energetic or reactive when he can leave the box. 👇
Working with distractions
Tip video Working with distractions Is your horse distracted often? And do you not know how to effectively get his attention back to you? When they are distracted, a common mistake is to add energy to the wrong side of the horse, leading to explosions. Instead, when there’s an external distraction, I guide my horse […]
Impatient horses in cross ties
Tip video Impatience in cross ties Is your horse impatient in the cross ties? Often, it’s because the ties are giving your horse the feeling of restraint. But how do you fix that? I have recorded a video on that, which you can watch for free here! 👇
5 basic things to remember while working with horses
5 basic things to remember while working with your horse 👇🐴 When working with your horse, it’s important to keep a few fundamental principles in mind. In this video, I’ll walk you through the five basic things you should always remember while handling and training your horse. These tips will help you understand your horse […]
Finding the perfect pony
Finding the perfect pony It’s all about connection, not just experience Coming back from the Dublin Horse Show has been an eye-opening experience, especially when it comes to ponies and their relationship with children. A lot of parents are eager to get a pony for their child but aren’t sure where to start. The main […]
Do we continue with only pushing the negative images and messages?
Do we continue only pushing the negativity? Last week I shared my take on the Olympic Games and I expressed that we shouldn’t forget to look at the positive things that happened at the Olympics. It led to quite some comments, both positive ánd negative. I agree with a lot of things that are being […]
Problems when riding? This is why
Problems when riding? This is why 👇 I often hear the following: ”The groundwork is going really well, but when I get on, that’s when we’re having problems”. We can then often think ”Okay, then maybe the groundwork isn’t good.” Changing the ‘language’ in the saddle But what it can sometimes simply be, is that […]
My take on the Olympic Games
My take on the Olympic Games We’ve just witnessed an incredible week of dressage sport at the Olympics. Some of you may have seen the live stream, some of you may have even been there. But I was incredibly excited, one, about the level of competition. It was an extremely high level. Many riders having […]