The Negative Side of Horse Riding

There is a lot of negativity that comes with any sport, but unfortunately an awful lot comes with this one. I have had quite the F*%k you attitude towards this side of Horse Riding but I have only recently started to think off the reasons as too why it gets me so annoyed… The negativeContinue reading “The Negative Side of Horse Riding”

Dante’s Training Schedule – What We’re Working On

Well, it seems as if it has been months since I have done any Dante updates. I have successfully been doing my weekly lessons with my trainer Jer over the last few weeks, and the difference in Dante has been huge. Dante is ridden 5 times a week, jumped once or twice, 3 days ofContinue reading “Dante’s Training Schedule – What We’re Working On”

7 Winter Essentials

Continuing on trend with our “Winter” theme this week, I have pulled together a list of  some equine essentials or should I say some go to items/products everyone needs when it comes to the dreaded change in weather.   For all you storage enthusiasts, keep reading to see one of my best storage finds ever,  IContinue reading “7 Winter Essentials”

Transition Exercise’s For Your Horse

You may have noticed or seen over on our Instagram all my talk about transition work. Well they are the holy grail of everything when it come to putting manners on Dante, that and my instructor gave me loads of homework to do before our next lesson   I have been focusing a lot onContinue reading “Transition Exercise’s For Your Horse”

6 Top Confidence Tips for Riders

Confidence plays a massive part in your riding, this applies to literally everyone no matter what stage or level you are at.  I am sure you as a reader have many tips, or go to rituals you do with your horse on or off the ground to get your confidence up!  Have a read below ofContinue reading “6 Top Confidence Tips for Riders”

6 Exercises To Keep You Fit In The Saddle

Your personal fitness plays a massive role when it comes to riding your horse, I learned this the hard way. A week off from riding and you will be quick to feel the side effects of not being constantly in the saddle!  A lot of people have enquired & asked about my fitness routine, howContinue reading “6 Exercises To Keep You Fit In The Saddle”

How Do I Long Rein/Drive My Horse?

As requested by you all,  read below all about how I long rein Dante, or as the majority of the world likes to call it “Driving your horse”. You may have guessed that I am new to this, so what I have written below is a guide from what I have learned over the lastContinue reading “How Do I Long Rein/Drive My Horse?”

Dante’s Diaries – Our First One Day Event

There were a lot of ups & downs during our preparations for our One Day Event, the week prior consisted of a lot if headless humans running around the yard, setting out Dressage arenas, setting up jumps, to lessons with Jer to prepare!