Transitions

Joy Congdon explains how to maintain control over a horse who likes to run in canter lengthenings.

Gabriel Armando draws on his personal experience to explain why all dressage riders need a solid foundation of basic skills.

Five-time Olympian Kyra Kyrklund shares her dressage training secrets at a Kentucky symposium.

Strengthen and supple your horse with a series of upward and downward transitions.

The half halt is a combination of forward aids and restricting aids that will put your horse in balance and on the bit.

Let precision get you to Third Level and beyond

Reese Koffler-Stanfield explains why correct dressage training is all about the details.

FEI trainer Volker Brommann explains how to develop the halt through the training levels and gives tips on how to improve this movement and correct common problems.

These transitions, when done properly, keep the dressage horse forward, loose and working through his body.

How to achieve this must-have component of your horse’s dressage training

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

A Canadian team rider explains how to develop the horse’s back to create qualities needed for dressage horses at every level.

Can-ter ... with a little help from my friend, the transition.

Get an inside look at this British dressage great's first clinic in America.

Successful riding at the upper levels of dressage begins with teaching your horse to come through his back with a long neck and go to the hand.

Cindy Sydnor critiques this rider and 9-year-old mare.

One of Germany’s best riders explains the importance of a supple, submissive horse.

Learn how to begin schooling First Level movements with a 4-year-old.

Stacey Hastings answers a reader question.

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

Joy Congdon explains some common causes of forging and shares some simple, fun ways to help strengthen your horse.

Catherine Chamberlain shows you how to improve your horse with these exercises.

USDF gold medalist Mica Mabragaña discusses the importance of accuracy when riding dressage.