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Take an in-depth look at the philosophies and theories of dressage training with classical dressage masters and elite riders in today’s sport.

Sue Blinks and Delano by Rhett Savoie

Create a Predictable Place for Better Dressage Training

By Sue Blinks with Jec A. Ballou
Aug 7, 2018

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Dressage Solutions: Forward Half Halts to Open the Throatlatch

By Carl Hester
Aug 3, 2018

Credit: SusanJStickle.com Courtney King-Dye rides Grandioso early on.

Don't Rush the Basics in Dressage

By Courtney King-Dye
Aug 1, 2018

3 Kathleen Raine and Figaro by kim miller

Submission is the Goal at Every Level in Dressage

By Story and photos by Kim F. Miller
Jul 18, 2018

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Dressage Solutions: Improve Your Ability to Ride Straight

By Jan Ebeling
Jul 10, 2018

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The Importance of Powerful Hindquarters in Dressage Training

By Mette Rosencrantz
Jun 29, 2018

Credit: Arnd Bronkhorst - Arnd.nl Discovering how important the timing of our aids is begins with the rider developing an understanding of the biomechanical footfalls of the horse. In free walk, where the horse has complete freedom of his head and neck and is swinging over his back, feel the swing through his belly muscles.

The Importance of Correct Timing of the Dressage Aids

By Loris Henry
Jun 28, 2018

Credit: Shira Yeger Susanne von Dietze teaches her pupil, Shiori Shimoide, on the 12-year-old Dutch mare Kilda.

The Power of Positive Teaching in Dressage

By Suzanne von Dietze
Jun 28, 2018

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Dressage Solutions: Develop Correct Bend

By Courtney King-Dye
May 6, 2018

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Dressage Solutions: Improve Your Effectiveness in Corners and Turns

By Christine Bergeron
May 4, 2018

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10 Tips to Keep Your Senior Dressage Horse Competitive

By Lillian Simons
Apr 21, 2018

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Ingrid Klimke: Train for Your Horse's Pleasure

By Ingrid Klimke with Silke Rottermann
Apr 17, 2018

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Suppleness: Kathleen Raine's Key to Success in Dressage

By Kathleen Raine with Patricia Lasko • Photos by Terri Miller
Apr 17, 2018

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Dressage Solutions: Improve Your Pirouettes

By Carl Hester
Apr 12, 2018

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From Dinky Trot to Fancy Trot with Mica Mabragaña

By Mica Mabragaña
Apr 5, 2018

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An Inside Look at Carl Hester's Training System

By By Beth Baumert • Photos by Carole MacDonald
Mar 15, 2018

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Tales of Qualifying Three Young Horses to Compete in Europe

By David Wightman with Patricia Lasko
Mar 13, 2018

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The Benefits of a Small Dressage Arena

By Beth Baumert
Mar 8, 2018

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Dressage Solutions: Open Hip Angle and Stabilize Leg Position

By Sharon Schneidman
Mar 7, 2018

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Correct and Prevent Pumping with the Upper Body During Canter

By Leigh Cochran
Feb 26, 2018

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Maintain Control in the Canter

By Joy Congdon
Feb 26, 2018

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18 Tips from German Olympian Monica Theodorescu

By Beth Baumert
Feb 14, 2018

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Dressage Solutions: Develop Correct Collection

By Sue Blinks
Feb 3, 2018

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Back to Basics: A Masterclass with Charlotte Dujardin

By Karen Taylor
Feb 1, 2018

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