The Importance of Science in the Art of Dressage
Susan Mandas discusses the value of understanding the mechanics of motion.
Theory
What is Doma Vaquera?
Manuel Trigo explains this Spanish term, which can be loosely translated as a Spanish version of Western dressage.
The Swinging Back by Helen Langehanenberg
One of Germany’s best riders explains the importance of a supple, submissive horse.
Why Does One Post the Trot Only on the Outside Diagonal?
Heather Mason answers this reader question.
How Can I Keep My Horse Bending in the Walk Pirouette?
Kristina Harrison answers this reader question.
Resolve Tension in Your Legs While Riding
Susanne von Dietze critiques Sandy Vennemann on Boomer
Modifying Muscle Patterns to Build a Better Equine Athlete
Understand why and how you should activate a greater range of muscles in your horse’s body.
Nicholas Fyffe: Cross-Training for Horse and Rider
A Grand Prix trainer explains how cross-training for the horse and rider can improve performance
Christine Traurig: "Pushing Away from the Bit"
This sophisticated term describes the epitome of throughness, perfect connection and ideal self-carriage.
Learning Strategies for the Dressage Rider
Discover three methods to help you progress more efficiently
An In-Depth Look at Colic Prevention
With the rigors of dressage training and competition, learn what you can do to help protect your mount from the No. 1 killer of horses.
Eight Lessons from Aachen
A hand-picked group of four Young Riders shares eight lessons they learned from their travels in Europe.
How to Successfully Ride Inside-Leg to Outside-Rein
Fran (Dearing) Kehr answers this reader question.
Maryal Barnett: Dressage Should Be Rewarding For Both Horse And Rider
One expert explains this aspect of dressage training.
Suppleness Plus Obedience Equals Submission
Germany’s Johann Hinnemann teaches at the 2016 Adequan/USDF FEI-Level Trainers Conference.
Chon Macedo: My Toughest Dressage Training Challenge
Building a trusting partnership while retraining took years of patient work.