Dressage training aims to improve the balance of the horse. Kerry Mack explains that for the horse to truly be in self-carriage, he must be balanced...

Equestrian Life31 Mar 2023

The post and rail fencing, all-weather shelters, abundance of shedding and a great house are glinting in the sun as happy horses graze on good looking pasture. Then the ‘For Sale’ sign goes up. The dream of owning your own horse property is a common one, but unless money is no object then it can turn into a sour experience of a waterlogged weed factory and an expensive, endless battle to achieve the right outcome....

Equestrian Life20 Dec 2022

When Dan Steers is training and teaching, he wants to make sure he's keeping things fresh for the horse...

Equestrian Life30 Apr 2020

“I would love training tips to develop my horse’s balance, my boy continues to fall into circles, and more inside leg doesn't help.” Roger Fitzhardinge has the answers...

Adele Severs30 Mar 2020

The primary goal at the beginning of the training session is to achieve a relaxed back...

Equestrian Life11 Nov 2019

No, this isn’t about singing with your horse. Being in tune not only refers to melody, of course, it also means concord or agreement, harmony. It is part of the art of horsemanship...

Adele Severs23 Dec 2018

Kerry Mack takes us back to basics today, with the importance of holding the reins correctly...

Equestrian Life10 Dec 2018