As the first schooling shows start opening up, I like to remind my students who they are-and aren’t-competing against when they show, and how I expect them to conduct themselves. Here’s a letter to all of my students going to shows this year.
Read MoreOnce upon a time I was 14 and was looking for a project pony. When I say “project pony,” a few requirements were obvious (at least to me).
Read MoreIf you, like me, rely on an outdoor surface to ride, bad footing can ruin your day, week, month, even season. So rather than going slowly insane as day after day goes by without riding, let’s consider how we can combat the negative emotional, mental, and physical setbacks when riding isn’t possible.
Read MoreI wanted my girls to have that sense of belonging and community that came from being an official member of something. I wanted them to be able to come together to support each other and not feel competitive against each other. That’s how the Valley View Equestrian Team all started.
Read MoreEver been confused by dressage terms? What’s the difference between “frame”, “round”, and “collection” anyway?
Read MoreMe, after the lesson: “Do you have any questions?”
7 year old student: “Yes. What is Buttercup’s favorite color?”
This sport is all about feeling. We are all just chasing feelings. Some people get accused of chasing ribbons, but it’s not really about the ribbon-a $2 piece of cardboard and material …
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