by Jamie Samples | Aug 3, 2022 | Rider Education
Like any other piece of equipment that we use with our horses, spurs can be a valuable tool when used properly. Often, people think that spurs are used to make the horse go faster. I disagree. Spurs should be primarily used as a lateral aid that tells our horse to...
by Jamie Samples | May 9, 2022 | Compete, Shows
What is a virtual horse show? A virtual horse show is precisely what it sounds like! It’s a judged equestrian event hosted online. Virtual online shows provide an opportunity for horse owners interested in competing in events in a new and fun way. Virtual shows can...
by Jamie Samples | May 9, 2022 | Traditional Dressage, Western Dressage
If you’re a horse lover, you probably know there are many different horseback riding disciplines out there. Many of these disciplines are divided into two distinct categories- English and Western Riding. Here are just a few of the disciplines you should know about as...
by Jamie Samples | May 9, 2022 | Traditional Dressage, Western Dressage
Did you know there’s another type of dressage in the Western discipline? While each dressage type is performed in a different saddle, they have similarities. To understand the differences between classical (English) dressage and western dressage, you need to start...
by Jamie Samples | Apr 7, 2020 | Rider Education
Read more from Amy Skinner on her blog. In barns all around the world, instructors are throwing around vague directives like “make him more round,” “get him pushing from behind,” and “get him on the bit.” Without a clear picture of what these terms mean, well meaning...