Straightness – A Challenge Practically every horse has a natural asymmetry. Eliminating this asymmetry and thus straightening the horse is a central task of basic training. Every rider must realize there is no such thing as an “absolutely” straight horse. This means that all riders, regardless of discipline or level, must rise daily to the…
Christoph Hess and Linda Parelli during one of the lessons featured in the Scale of Training in Action DVD. (Photo courtesy of Parelli Natural Horsemanship) Pagosa Springs, CO – (July 31, 2014) – Dressage training is systematic and based on the classical training scale, but often it is a complex task for riders to assimilate…
A Rare Opportunity for Dressage Enthusiasts to Engage with an Unprecedented Lineup of the World’s Top Trainers Wellington, FL (November 13, 2012) – For dressage enthusiasts, winter in Wellington is the best way to usher in the new year. Each year, familiar faces and new ideas, steeped in long standing traditions, are a big part…
