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Equestrian Entertainment: Dressage at Olympia, the London International Horse ShowI attended the Dressage at Olympia main event in 2006. Here is my review of the night and the magical events that I witnessed. Very tongue in cheek. Warning: May contain some sarcasm! -
Show Ring Style: Hunters & DressageWhat your horse should don to your next dressage or hunter show. -
Equine Product Review: Wintec Pro Dressage Saddle With ContourblocThe Wintec Pro Dressage saddle is a synthetic saddle using Wintec’s changeable gullet system. Thanks to SmartPak’s test ride program, you can try the Wintec Pro Dressage saddle with Contourbloc and see how it works for both you and your horse.
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Dressage Horses: An OverviewDressage horses are able to bend like an archer's bow. -
Ride Your First Dressage TestLearn to decide when you are ready to show in dressage, what will be expected of you, and tips to be ready to enjoy your ride down the center line.
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5 Ways to Not Lose Important Points in a Dressage TestA British Dressage Judge gives us the top mistakes that riders make in tests and lose silly points. -
Dressage Training SecretsTop dressage trainers have several qualities in common. They maximize their results with every ride, but using these principles along with the classical training scale. The warm-up plan given outlines a professional training session. -
Product Review: Wintec Isabell Dressage SaddleMy personal review of the Wintec Isabell dressage saddle after one year of use.
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In Love with Dressage? How to Become Involved If You Have a Horse or NotI left my home country for this sport. I am in love with every aspect of it from its simplicity to its extreme attention to detail. This is Dressage, harmony with your horse, the art of riding perfection, and how you can become involved with it.
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Using a Physiological Process of Elimination to Help Ease Headshaking in Dressage HorsesHeadshaking in dressage horses causes frustration to both the horse and the rider. Even after numerous studies, none have been conclusive as to what causes headshaking. However, there are many things that horse owners can try to alleviate the problem. -
How to Overcome Dressage Test Riding NervesRiding a dressage test at a competition doesn't have to be nerve wracking. By following a few simple tips, you can have a calm and relaxed test and ride your very best. -
Can You Ride and Train Dressage in a Hackamore?Though not allowed, all my horses do dressage in hackamores and halters. In a show ring I put on the required bit, but never at home.To me it's more impressive for a horse to be responsive out of trust rather than a response to pain.
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Retraining a Show Horse for DressageCan a former star show horse be trained to be any kind of competition as a dressage horse? Gucci proves that yes, they can.
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How to be the Perfect Dressage Groom for Your Friend or TrainerYears of experience in helping out my trainer at dressage shows has given me the inside edge on how to be the groom that every rider dreams of having! And who knows, the favor may even be returned for you!
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Can Dressage Riders Get Saddle Sores?Yes, even an elegantly well turned-out dressage rider can get saddle sores. They aren't just for cowboys any more! But you can find relief! -
DressageA look at the equine competition of dressage.
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How to Be a Dressage ScribeIt's easy to be a dressage scribe! Sign up to volunteer at your local dressage show, and follow these tips for success. -
Horse Owner Tips: How to Choose a Dressage SaddleDressage is an equestrian sport in which the horse's comfort and ease of movement is just as important as that of the rider.
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Product Review - Passier Grand Gilbert (Nicole) Dressage SaddleEvaluating this classic deep-seated dressage saddle, developed by Olympic gold medalist Nicole Uphoff and produced by Passier & Sohn Saddlery in Germany.
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The Basic Dressage PrinciplesThe most fundamental concepts in riding and training a horse according to dressage principles whether it is for specialized competitive dressage training or as a foundation to training in other disciplines.
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Horses Suitable for DressageA brief overview of the types of horses suitable for Dressage, from the lower levels to the highest echelons of the sport.
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What is Dressage Horse Back Riding?Dressage is a French word that means training. And to be a top dressage rider takes years of training and hours of practice, A horse and rider must move as one, with just a gentle pressure with knees or reins as communication -
Tips for Riding Your First Dressage TestRiding a dressage test for the first time can be intimidating. You will be alone in the arena with a judge scrutinizing your every move, so you want to do the best job you can. Here are some tips to help you.
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Dressage Drama at Olympia 2010 in LondonMooland's Totilas and Edward Gal won with record scores at last year's London International Horse Show at Olympia. We all waited with baited breath to see his new ride. -
Horse Shows: How to Prepare for a Dressage Schooling ShowThis article offers a guide to getting ready to ride show horses, including what to pack. -
Saddle Review: The Albion SLK Dressage SaddleWhat if you could pay to make your horse move better and yourself ride better? You can if your saddle is what is causing some of your problems! -
Product Review: Wolfgang Expression by Custom SaddleryCustom Saddlery sells off-the-rack and fitted (custom) dressage saddles. Here is a review of my experience in ordering a custom dressage saddle from them.
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How to Teach Your Horse the Half-PassThe half-pass is one of the most beautiful movements in dressage. It is also fun to ride. Follow these steps to begin to teach your horse this fundamental movement.
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Training the Extended Trot on an Andalusian HorseAndalusian horses and other baroque breeds tend to show weak extended trots in competition. Learn why they find it more difficult and how you can improve this aspect of your horse's dressage test. -
Rollkur Vs. LDR - a Sporthorse Breeder's Reflection on HyperflexionRollkur ruined our Warmblood Dressage horse for years, as well as our Hunter. What is Rollkur, and why does this equestrian training technique have horse lovers in a frenzy? Is rollkur harmful to horses? Can horses be retrained after rollkur? -
Horse Breeds, Choose Based on PerformanceWant to start a fight at a quarter horse show, tell them that their horses can't do dressage, ditto for Arabians jumping. But is this right? My contention is that, yes, horse breed exist to meet specific performance standards.
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Abuse of Spurs in Horseback RidingSpurs are not necessary in order to ride a horse. It is very easy to injure a horse with spurs. Spurs should only be used by expert riders such as Grand Prix dressage competitors. -
Equine Training: Cutting CornersMany riders disregard the importance of a well-ridden corner turn - some allow their horse to cut them altogether! They're vital in re-balancing, especially for the dressage rider. Learn the correct way to ride a corner & use it to benefit your riding.
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Essex, England Woman Dreams of Gold with Her Spanish Lusitano StallionWouldn't it be exciting to see a Lusitano Stallion owned by a small British stud farm win the gold in Dressage at the London Olympics in 2012? It could be a possibility. Lusitano Breed Society member Karen Tapscott may have found our hero of this possible story. -
Fashion Etiquette for Riders and their Horse: Eventing AttireEventing is one of the most challenging, yet exciting sports in the horse world. There are three stages: dressage, show jumping, and cross country. Although eventing is focused more on riding than fashion, it is always best to try and have the proper attire when competing.
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The Importance of Self-Confidence in Horse Riding to Combat FearHow wonderful life is when thrilling things can be undertaken without fear. Riding is like that, but how often that enjoyment and thrill develops into a gut gripping fear. -
Breyer Horse CollectiblesBreyer Horses set the standard in collectible horse models. Whether your passion is western or dressage, draft horses or racehorses, they a model horse for every horse enthusiast. -
2008 Summer Olympics: You're Only as Old as You Swim, Shoot, or CanterThe Senior Olympics may need to adjust its age qualifications upwards. The 2008 Summer Olympic Games in Beijing include 58 and 67 year old participants in shooting and dressage. And a swimmer who's over 40!
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Rider Tips for Getting a Horse's AttentionA horse that is inattentive to the rider is behaving somewhat untamed. "Dressage" is an untranslatable word, precisely because it denotes more than training. The term also describes taming!
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Olympic DreamsA Limericked Lament for a Western Event - Equestrians compete for Olympic medals in dressage, jumping and eventing. What would it be like, if the Olympics offered Western equestrian disciplines as well? Cowboys and cowgirls: saddle up for some Olympic-sized fun!
