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Johann Hinnemann on Submission + Tips from Top Grooms

Germany’s Johann Hinnemann talks about the importance of submission. Plus, top grooms share tips for success.

Instruction

Breathing Techniques to Stabilize and Stay Supple

Equestrian biomechanics expert Susanne von Dietze examines a horse and rider and explains how to relax the body.

Theory

How Can I Achieve Suppleness on the Left Rein?

Fran Kehr shares her advice on suppling the horse and suggests exercises to help you shift your horse's balance.

Instruction

Dressage Schooling Notebook: Transitions with Cindy Ishoy

Strengthen and supple your horse with a series of upward and downward transitions.

Instruction

Pedaling: A Technique to Improve Your Dressage Horse’s Walk

How pedaling can help your horse develop rhythmic suppleness in his back

Blog

When the Dressage Training Scale Comes to Life

Blogger Pam Stone reflects on the beauty of dressage theory—and the reward that comes from its correct application.

Instruction

14 Tips from German Dressage Olympian Hubertus Schmidt

Inside a session from the Old Master Series

Instruction

Six Phases of a Second Level Ride with Hilda Gurney

FEI 'I' judge Hilda Gurney explains how to pull together the more advanced Second Level dressage movements and approach Second Level schooling sessions with planning and purpose.

Theory

Dressage Solutions: Improve Your Horse’s Suppleness on Bending Lines

Try this dressage training tip from Holly Mason.

Theory

Dressage Terminology Explained: “Losgelassenheit”

Susanne Hamilton explains this German term that describes a concept of relaxation, looseness, movability and freedom.

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