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Tag: Horse lessons

Working with a Horse with a Difficult Past

May 5, 2020 tuskeydressage 2 Comments

In this post we are going to take a look at how we can best help a horse that has…

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Posted in: Dressage, Riding, Training Filed under: classical dressage, Dressage, Horse lessons, Horseback riding, horsemanship, Horses, Horses training
Zen and Horseback Riding Book Cover Image

Book Review: Zen and Horseback Riding by Tom Nagel

January 8, 2020 tuskeydressage

Riders are often told things like look up, shoulders back, sit straight, and heels down when they are learning correct…

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Posted in: Book Reviews, Fitness, Riding Filed under: Anatomy, Dressage, Fitness, Horse lessons, Horseback riding, Horses, Riding
liberty training two Andalusian horses

The Benefits of Liberty Work

October 31, 2019 tuskeydressage

Today we are going to talk a little about the benefits of working with your horse at liberty. But first,…

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Posted in: Training Filed under: Andalusian, Horse lessons, Horse training, Horses, liberty

Falling off (and how to avoid it)

September 10, 2019 tuskeydressage

I recently saw a meme on Facebook that said you are not a real rider until you have fallen off…

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Posted in: Riding, Training Filed under: Horse lessons, Horse training, Horseback riding, Horses

Cedar Potts Clinic Recap

September 4, 2019 tuskeydressage

A few weeks ago we were blessed to host a clinic with Cedar Potts of CP Equine Development. We covered…

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Posted in: Riding, Training Filed under: Bridle less, Dressage, Horse lessons, Horse training, Horseback riding, Work in hand

Yoga on Horseback

August 21, 2019 tuskeydressage

We recently hosted our first Yoga on Horseback workshop here at Dover Stables and it was amazing, both challenging and…

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Posted in: Equestrian Theatre, Fitness, Riding, Training, Yoga on Horseback Filed under: Fitness, Horse lessons, Horseback riding, Horses, Yoga

Is it a good fit?

August 16, 2019 tuskeydressage

Today we are going to take a few minutes to answer a question from one of our readers. The question…

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Posted in: Riding, Training Filed under: Horse lessons, Horse training, Horseback riding, Horses

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Set Yourself up for Success!
A good partnership starts with you having the right mindset when you work with your horse, a mindset that’s going to create a positive energy, and instill confidence and relaxation in your horse. The right mindset can be the difference between something working and it not working. The right mindset makes it possible for learning to occur and for relationships to be built. Mindset is the most important part of anything you do with your horse and the right mindset is what is going to create that deep connection that you are seeking.

Not sure how to get started?

We have created a free audio file and a PDF that go through 4 simple steps you can take before you start working with your horse that will put you in a positive state of mind and set you up to be successful in your work with your horse, whether you are practicing your flying changes or going for a relaxing trail ride. These steps can help anyone, regardless of discipline or skill level.
Of course there are no instant fixes when it comes to horses, and building a partnership takes time, but these steps will help get you on the right path with your horse.

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