It doesn’t matter if you are trying to remember a dressage test or the course at your next jumping show. Remembering tests can be a huge challenge! We can’t strap the GPS onto our horses like I did in this picture (unfortunately!) when we go into the showroom. So instead, try this tip: Instead of remembering, a test piece by piece, break it down into chunks. For instance, trot down center line, turn left, big circle in the center of the arena. You know it’s going to be a 20m circle, you don’t need to think “20 m circle at E “ and add too many more letters in. Think in patterns!

I want everyone to tell me about their last ride. Was it hot or cold? Dry or wet? What kind of horse did you ride and what did you do? Think of this as a fun re-introductory post!

A solo trail ride? Cantering without fear? Trotting down centerline at a show with a big smile on your face? "Riding with confidence” might look slightly different for everyone in terms of your specific goals, but all riders need to grow and develop their confidence. We need confidence to be good leaders to our horses and to be able to build our skills in the saddle. The more skills you can build, the more your horses will trust you and you'll feel that confidence grow! So tell us: What are your goals right now and what does "riding with confidence" look like for you?