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Training Buzz: Gareth Hughes Talks Rider Position

International dressage competitor Gareth Hughes discusses the correct body position for dressage.

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Proper Rider Position for Lateral Work

Top international Grand Prix dressage competitor and trainer Shannon Dueck explains the proper rider position to best help your horse.

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Correct Rider Seat Position for Lateral Work with Shannon Dueck

Top international Grand Prix dressage competitor and trainer Shannon Dueck describes the ideal seat for lateral work.

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Dressage Solutions: Keep Your Head Up and Your Body Aligned

Try this tip from Stephany Fish.

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VIDEO: Susanne von Dietze on The Dressage Rider’s Seat

How the rider’s seat, balance and position affect the horse

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Rider Biomechanics: Discover a Deeper and More Effective Dressage Seat

Susanne von Dietze critiques Amber Hall and her young Oldenburg gelding at First Level.

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What is Correct Rider Position for Collected Work in Dressage?

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What is Correct Rider Position for Collected Work in Dressage?

Katie Hoefs-Martin discusses the value of correct rider position and how it evolves during collected work.

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The Secret to Following Your Horse’s Motion

Liz Steacie shares advice to help riders find a better sitting trot. Plus, try her unmounted exercise to get a better feel.

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How to Ride with Soft Arms for a Better Connection

The bend in the elbow allows elasticity forward and backward to follow the horse’s mouth every step.

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