Find expert advice from top dressage riders here. Take a look at our how-to articles to get the most out of your time in the ring. Whether you want to improve your sitting trot, ride a better leg yield or brush up on FEI movements, check out our step-by-step guides for dressage riders of all levels.

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second level

Instruction

Opening the Hip and Lengthening the Leg

Susanne von Dietze evaluates a Second Level pair.

ground poles

Instruction

How Ground Poles Promote “Positive Tension”

An excerpt from "Pole Work for Dressage Riders" by Ann Katrin Querbach.

10-meter

Instruction

10-Meter Makeover

Build strength and suppleness with a simple exercise.

grand prix

Instruction

Training Youngsters to Grand Prix

Dressage rider Alice Tarjan is successfully training young horses up the levels with a focus on understanding each individual horse’s needs.

extension

Instruction

Gradually Build the Trot Extension

Equestrian biomechanics expert Susanne von Dietze recommends an exercise to improve balance and self-carriage in the extended trot.

Instruction

8 Shoulder-In Problems and Solutions

An excerpt from "Dressage for the Not-So-Perfect Horse" by 5* Dressage Judge Janet Foy.

reins

Instruction

How do I Shorten My Reins Smoothly After a Stretch?

Grand prix dressage rider Jaralyn Gibson shares how to properly readjust the reins after a stretch.

Instruction

Steffen Peters – Words of Wisdom

Hear tips from Olympic silver medalist Steffen Peters

better balance

Instruction

Secure the Seat for Better Balance

Equestrian biomechanics expert Susanne von Dietze offers an effective tool to help a rider improve her balance.

Instruction

Connecting the Seat in Canter

Equestrian biomechanics expert Susanne von Dietze explains how to understand and feel the connection of sitting deeper.

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