Training Scale

German Olympian Monica Theodorescu offers tips on how riders can be trusting of the system reflected in the Training Scale. Plus, learn how to help keep your horse’s joints healthy.

Plus: Advice for Balancing the Adult Amateur Lifestyle

Dressage Today blogger Jenna Arnold shares some advice on how to focus on the root of your training challenges, rather than the symptom. Plus, try her exercise of the month that hones in on square turns.

Dressage judge Kathy Rowse answers this reader question and discusses the duties of a dressage judge.

USDF gold medalist Bruno Greber explains why the dressage training scale was developed.

This USEF “S” judge offers her view on what she wants to see from dressage riders and their horses.

Lisa Pierson answers a reader question and explains how to balance your horse in the canter with exercises to improve engagement.

As a yoga newbie, DT's managing editor discovers surprising parallels between dressage and yoga.

Top dressage judges Lilo Fore, Anne Gribbons and Hilda Gurney weigh in.

10 key points for riding like a dressage professional

Lilo Fore reflects on her promotion to the FEI’s top judge’s rank.

Doreen Horsey explains the importance of putting the training scale into practice.

FEI trainer Felicitas von Neumann-Cosel explains the training tools that can motivate and guide the horse to create positive tension and carry himself in a dressage frame.

Instead of a quick fix or short cut, go back to basics to build a solid foundation of training.