by janesavoie | Dec 30, 2009 | Dressage, Dressage Tips, Dressage Training Solutions
If your dressage horse is struggling in a movement or exercise, ask yourself 4 questions: 1. Is he going too fast or too slowly? 2. Is his neck too high or too low? 3. Is his frame too open or too closed? 4. Am I asking too much? If you’re not sure what the...
by janesavoie | Dec 29, 2009 | Motivation
The best thing about being a dog, is that my life is all about JOY! I’m in the moment, living life to the fullest. I don’t think about the past or worry about the future. I am NOW! It’s like when you’re having a really good ride. Have you...
by janesavoie | Dec 29, 2009 | Motivation
Jane likes to talk about the power of attitude. As a horse, my attitudes are pretty stable, unless of course dinner is late. But attitude is something you really can control. You REALLY can! You just have to make a decision. If you’re afraid or you’re a...
by janesavoie | Dec 21, 2009 | Dressage, Dressage Tips, Product, Rider Position
When riding your horse, it’s important to keep your hands forward in what I call the “work area”. The work area is just in front of the saddle above the horse’s withers. Put your hands in that position and draw an imaginary box around them....
by janesavoie | Dec 20, 2009 | Dressage, Dressage Tips, Rider Position
Can you tell if your riding position is straight and centered on your horse? Or are you collapsing at your waist and sitting crookedly? Ask a ground person to stand behind your horse. 1. Is your seat in the center of the dressage saddle so that each seatbone is the...
