Training Level
Felicitas von Neumann-Cosel—Balancing the Aids for the Line of Travel
Felicitas von Neumann-Cosel works with a rider on balancing the inside and outside aids to influence the horse’s line of travel and tempo.
Felicitas von Neumann-Cosel—Focus on Training Level Basics
Felicitas von Neumann-Cosel works with a rider to fine tune straight lines, serpentines and bend required for training level.
What is Correct Arm Position for Dressage Riders?
Sandy Osborn answers this reader-submitted question.
Results from the Dressage Today Virtual Show III
See the top-placed pairs from our latest virtual dressage competition!
Results from the Dressage Today Virtual Show II
See the top-placed pairs from our latest virtual dressage competition!
How to Ride with a More Supple, Open Hip to Enhance Your Horse’s Movement
Equestrian biomechanics expert Susanne von Dietze critiques a horse-and-rider pair at Training Level.
How to Use the Dressage Pyramid of Training
Use this conceptual tool to help your riding in a practical way.
One Good Turn Deserves Another
Blogger and judge Margaret Freeman shares a tip to help you nail the broken-line free walk.
Create a Predictable Place for Better Dressage Training
Olympian Sue Blinks explains how to create a safe harbor for your horse by developing feel and focus and defining your standard of performance.
Engage Your Core to Ride with More Forward Hands
Biomechanics expert Susanne von Dietze critiques Erica Longenbach at Training Level.
Carry Your Hands to Maintain an Active Core
Rider biomechanics expert Susanne von Dietze critiques Barb Shannahan on Aero.
The Role of Showmanship in Dressage Tests
Margaret Freeman explains the art of presenting your horse in the best light to the judge.
Discover Lateral Stability Within Your Upper Body
Biomechanics expert Susanne von Dietze critiques Holly Kranz and her American Quarter Horse at Training Level.
Establish a Comfort-Zone Trot
Susanne von Dietze critiques Lynne Simonson at Training and First Level.
Are You Ready for First Level Dressage?
Make an educated and confident decision about moving up.
Build a Foundation with Suppleness
Doreen Horsey explains the importance of putting the training scale into practice.
Understanding the New 2015 Dressage Tests
Janet Foy explains how the 2015 dressage tests have changed
Dressage Terminology Explained: "Riding Back-to-Front"
Dressage trainer Melissa Jackson explains how to ride your horse from back to front and how to tell if your horse is doing it correctly.
The Unwritten Rules of Dressage Test Riding
Follow these points for each dressage level to improve your dressage test scores.