Expression

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Theory

Finding a New Degree of Expression with Klaus Balkenhol

Jennifer Baumert's lessons from German master Klaus Balkenhol on getting the most from your horse

Angard is an 11-year-old Hanoverian stallion owned by Elisabeth Ehrenrooth.
Instruction

Building Power In Relaxation with Hubertus Schmidt

A top German dressage professional explains how to make your horse active and cadenced without losing relaxation.

charlotte dujardin mount st john freestyle boing
Instruction

Find Your Horse's “Boing”

Add expression by riding the coiled spring.

olivia lagoy weltz by susan j stickle
Theory

The Healing Power of Dressage

Dressage has the ability to heal gait abnormalities and promote soundness.

Cadence: The marked accentuation of the rhythm and (musical) beat that is a result of a steady and suitable tempo harmonizing with a springy impulsion. —USDF Glossary of Dressage Judging Terms.
Instruction

Kathleen Raine: From Rhythm to Cadence

Kathleen Raine discusses how to make your horse move with better rhythm and more expression.