Third Level
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Blog
A Reminder That Progress in Dressage is Not Linear
Adult Amateur and DT blogger Carolyn Healy reflects on her challenging last year of dressage training and shares an important positive takeaway.
Instruction
VIDEO: Janet Foy on the 2019 Third Level Dressage Tests
In this video, Janet Foy gives an overview of the new Third Level dressage tests and responds to audience questions.
Theory
Why Good Basics Are So Important in Dressage
Gabriel Armando draws on his personal experience to explain why all dressage riders need a solid foundation of basic skills.
Instruction
Tips for a Correct Outside Leg Position
Biomechanics expert Susanne von Dietze critiques Meghan Drysdale at Third Level.
Instruction
Develop a Dressage Training Plan to Move Up
An FEI rider explains how you can create a training schedule for a Second Level horse—but the “planning” principles apply to horses of all levels.
Instruction
Courtney King-Dye’s Advice to Improve Your Balance in the Saddle
Courtney King-Dye critiques Emme Johnston at Third Level.
Blog
The Role of Showmanship in Dressage Tests
Margaret Freeman explains the art of presenting your horse in the best light to the judge.
News
Applicants Sought to Ride with Gold Medalist Hubertus Schmidt
Appearing at Dressage Showcase at International Omaha 2018
Instruction
How to Deepen Your Seat and Control Your Leg Position in the Stirrups
Biomechanics expert Susanne von Dietze critiques Sarah Blatchford.
Conformation
How Does Hock Condition Affect a Dressage Horse’s Performance?
Janine Wilson, DVM, CAC answers this reader question.