The canter transition may only be a small part of a training session, but it is however a crucial and important moment. It influences the quality of the canter and prepares the horse for other movements. However, many riders fail to tap into the full potential of riding a correct transition and mistakes can happen easily. Why a Correct Rider’s…
Spring is in the air. Soon it’ll be warmer; and we’ll be able to train outdoors more often. Many of us have been working exclusively in an indoor arena for a few months; and those walls are becoming pretty boring. Raphael's tip for more variety in your daily training To avoid getting indoor-sour, Aubenhausen rider Raphael Netz regularly takes his…
When Olympic Champion Jessica von Bredow-Werndl gets into the saddle, she has one principle: “I don’t just want to avoid disturbing the horse; I want to be able to shape it.” For this, a quiet, stable seat when riding is essential—and this is achieved by the rider through a complete package of a strong back, a stable core, and mobile…
