Training Level

Theory

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.

Theory

Create a Predictable Place for Better Dressage Training

Instruction

Engage Your Core to Ride with More Forward Hands

Biomechanics expert Susanne von Dietze critiques Erica Longenbach at Training Level.

First Level

Carry Your Hands to Maintain an Active Core

Rider biomechanics expert Susanne von Dietze critiques Barb Shannahan on Aero.

Blog

The Role of Showmanship in Dressage Tests

Margaret Freeman explains the art of presenting your horse in the best light to the judge.

Instruction

Discover Lateral Stability Within Your Upper Body

Biomechanics expert Susanne von Dietze critiques Holly Kranz and her American Quarter Horse at Training Level.

First Level

Establish a Comfort-Zone Trot

Susanne von Dietze critiques Lynne Simonson at Training and First Level.

First Level

Establish a Comfort-Zone Trot

First Level

Are You Ready for First Level Dressage?

How to make an educated and confident decision about moving up from Training Level to First Level

Theory

The Role of Suppleness in the Dressage Training Scale

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