Are You Sitting Straight?

by | Apr 20, 2015 | Dressage Tips

Even if you’re not a dressage rider, it’s still important to sit straight and square in the saddle. Can you tell if you’re collapsing at your waist and sitting crookedly? Ask a ground person to stand behind you and have them answer the following...

Put Your Horse in Front of Light Leg Aids

by | Apr 20, 2015 | Dressage, Dressage Tips

Make sure your horse reacts to light leg aids. Your goal is to “whisper” with your aids and have your horse “shout” his response—Not the other way around! To check that your horse reacts to light leg aids: Close both legs and see if he immediately responds with a...