Training

Wow the judge with this top hunter rider and judge’s show-ring tips. Part 1: Practice pace and turning to a line.

Contest winner Liza Green and nine friends spent the day learning from renowned eventers Jim Wofford and Sharon White in a uniquely formatted clinic.

Improve your performance by strengthening your base of support.

Improve your horse’s rhythm, balance and independence over a bounce gymnastic.

Homebreds bring show-ring successes for grand prix rider Richard Spooner, but his main motive is a passion for their parents and enjoyment of the entire process.

A Swiss Riding Master shows how classical dressage techniques improve hunter/jumper training.

Some of the nation’s top riders faced down barnyard critters,125 tons of sand and a massive wall during the 2016 USHJA International Hunter Derby Championship.

Jim has had the time and opportunity to observe what has shifted in our sport—and what remains constant.

The need to “practice, practice, practice” the American forward riding system is the message from Bernie Traurig’s recent workshop.

Our favorite equestrian mental skills coach Tonya Johnston shares way to help direct your focus and effort in the saddle. You'll also find out top show jumper Rich Fellers' tips to stay relaxed and in control during any situation.

By using natural horsemanship groundwork techniques, you can develop a stronger bond with your horse.

Top Equitation/Hunter/Jumper Trainer Frank Madden explains correct rider position.

George Morris critiques a rider.

This month, equestrian mental-skills coach Tonya Johnston chats with dressage star Laura Graves and offers ways for riders to reach for their riding goals.

Two young riders share their experiences participating in this year's George H. Morris Horsemastership Training Session in Wellington.

Winners of the 2015 WIHS Barn Night Spirit Contest learn from clinician and grand-prix jumper Brianne Goutal.

Problems such as a horse not wanting to stand still in the lineup at the end of a hack class can’t be solved with just one movement or one rein; they require diligence and a better overall awareness of how well you and your horse are communicating.

Part 1: Olympian Christine Traurig preaches the principles of flatwork at the 2016 George H. Morris Horsemastership Training Session.

In an excerpt from her book, "Build A Better Athlete!," Leslie Webb offers a clear introduction to the first of the lateral movements.

Top trainer Jamie Mann shares tips on how to create a nice frame in the hunter ring.

Selena O'Hanlon, an Olympic event rider, offers tips to teach your horse to jog in-hand safely and correctly.

Holly Hugo-Vidal offers tips to help riders use their aids properly through balance and coordination.

Understand the levels of control and the different stages of contact to produce connected, ground-covering, efficient strides.

Riders need to understand the two basic systems of schooling to avoid using conflicting aids with their horses.