In Defense of the Average Horse
Over the years, I’ve looked at a lot of horses (and dogs, cats, birds…the list is endless, yes?) from kill-lots, rescues, or being given away…
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Collection: Snaffle vs Curb
The following is an excerpt taken from my private writings to clients. These discussions cover everything from theory and technique, to rider/trainer mindset and beyond….
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Inscape Quest Podcast Appearance
I had a wonderful time on the Inscape Quest Podcast: Horsepower with Heart “Ep.8: Racing Hearts: Exploring Horse Racing”, alongside Donna Brothers, and our host, Trudi Howley. As…
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When to Start Young Horses
If you’re questioning the timing of when to start your young horse, read on! Working with young horses can be among the most wonderful and…
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The Invisible Line: Obedience Vs Partnership
Obedience is required of our horses…in our dressage tests, our jumping classes, and our daily routine whether that routine is to safely cross a street,…
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Weight Aid and Development of the Hand
I often pull this image of Hall of Fame jockey Mike Smith aboard 2018 Triple Crown winner Justify when teaching. It is a brilliant example…
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The Canter Aids: Driving Forward or Striking-off?
It is possible to achieve an organic canter strike off with either the weight to the inside OR the outside hip. To learn more about…
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Riding Fundamentals: The Seat (Part 2 of 2)
This article is Part 2 of 2 in Adaptive EQ’s Fundamentals series, on the seat. To read Part 1, see Riding Fundamentals: The Seat (Part 1 of…
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Riding Fundamentals: The Seat (Part 1 Of 2)
This article is part 1 of 2, of Adaptive EQ’s Fundamentals Series, Fundamentals: On The Seat. To read Part 2, see: Riding Fundamentals: The Seat (Part…
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Riding Fundamentals: The Leg (Part 2 of 2)
This article is part 2 of 2, of Adaptive EQ’s Riding Fundamentals series on the leg. Here’s the first part if you missed it: Riding Fundamentals:…
