What made German Dressage Great? Part 5
We continue to look for the secrets of German Dressage success, and in this episode find them in the hands of the great trainers... Read Article 1 Comment »
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We continue to look for the secrets of German Dressage success, and in this episode find them in the hands of the great trainers... Read Article 1 Comment »
In perfect balance – Riding in Portugal
Visiting the home of Rodrigo Torres at his family’s Torres Vaz Freire Stud is a highlight of any trip to Portugal. Watching Rodrigo work his horses is one of those moments when you reflect on just how important rhythm is in protecting the horse – for the moment you introduce tension, that is the moment in which perfect rhythm is lost. Here […] Read Article Comments Off on In perfect balance – Riding in Portugal
The German Training Scale with Clemens Dierks
Clemens Dierks discusses the final stage on the German Training Scale - Collection Read Article Comments Off on The German Training Scale with Clemens Dierks
Looking at Horses with Elwyn Hartley Edwards
British equestrian author, Elwyn Hartley Edwards outlines the conformational faults - and the effects they have on the riding horse... Read Article Comments Off on Looking at Horses with Elwyn Hartley Edwards
What made German Dressage great? Part 4
We continue to try and find the reasons for Germany's dressage success - and meet two extraordinary breeders, the Count von Nagel and Georg Vorwerk... Read Article 3 Comments »
Looking at Horses – Applied Conformation
One of the world's great equestrian authorities, Elwyn Hartley Edwards asks - what makes good conformation GOOD? Read Article 1 Comment »
A summer in Verden
There is a full on program of sport, breeding and entertainment in Verden this European summer, just waiting for you. Read Article Comments Off on A summer in Verden
From the archives: Sven Rothenberger and Weyden
Sönke Rothenberger, like son like father - the new European Champion was bred to be a dressage star. His dad, Sven had a real star with Weyden, the horse that came complete with an instructional manual... Read Article Comments Off on From the archives: Sven Rothenberger and Weyden
Young Jumping Horse classes: What can they tell us?
Young Jumping Horse classes - do they find the stars? Which is best: World Champs in Zangersheide, Bundeschampionate in Warendorf, or Young Horse Champs at Fontainebleau??? Read Article Comments Off on Young Jumping Horse classes: What can they tell us?
Susanne Miesner – Schooling the young horse – Part 2
Horses don’t come with a manual. The rider needs to know the aims of training. Many trainers don’t know enough about basic education for young horses, says Susanne Miesner... Read Article 1 Comment »