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The Core Connection: How Your Core and Pelvis Control the Tempo of a Dressage Horse
n the world of dressage, the relationship between rider and horse is a delicate dance of communication, balance, and control.
Deirdre R. Sabo
Sep 10, 20243 min read


The Power of Repetition in Dressage: Building Muscle Memory for Horse and Rider
Repetition is a foundational element in the world of dressage, serving as the key to unlocking precision, harmony, and partnership between..
Deirdre R. Sabo
Sep 3, 20243 min read


Mastering the Leg Yield in Dressage: Understanding the Proper Aids
The leg yield is a fundamental movement in dressage that serves as an excellent exercise for developing the horse's suppleness.
Deirdre R. Sabo
Aug 27, 20243 min read


The Importance of Thinking About Piaffe at Training Level
As a dressage rider, it's easy to get caught up in the excitement of upper-level movements like the piaffe, especially as you work your way
Deirdre R. Sabo
Aug 19, 20243 min read


The Importance of Resting your Horse
Why the 48 rest method is what your horse needs.
Deirdre R. Sabo
Aug 17, 20243 min read


Book Release- Ride with Confidence: Positive Affirmations for Equestrians
Book release of "Ride with Confidence: Positive Affirmations for Equestrians."
Deirdre R. Sabo
Aug 17, 20242 min read


The Power of Mindfulness in Dressage
Mindfulness is a powerful concept that has gained significant traction in recent years, particularly within the equestrian community. At...
Deirdre R. Sabo
Aug 14, 20244 min read


The "Sitting" Trot
The “Sitting” Position Mastering the art of sitting a horse in dressage requires more than just sitting in the saddle. It demands a deep...
Deirdre R. Sabo
Aug 10, 20242 min read


All you need is 20-Meters
Your instructor has had you on the 20-meter circle for the 12 millionth time and you wonder if you will ever see a straight line again. ...
Deirdre R. Sabo
Jul 16, 20233 min read


Learning to Learn
We have all been there. The instructor is jumping all over our case and we start thinking "can I do any of it right?"
Deirdre R. Sabo
Jul 15, 20232 min read


Set Goals: The Rest Will Follow
This post is a pretty personal one, but one that I was willing to be vulnerable for because it is just not talked about enough. We all...
Deirdre R. Sabo
May 5, 20234 min read


Show Day Routine
What is your show day routine? Your ride in the show ring has so much more to do with the structure and routine around the ride than...
Deirdre R. Sabo
May 1, 20231 min read


Positive and Negative Reinforcements
Just as ying needs a yang. Positive reinforcement needs negative reinforcement, but it is not what you think. The Ying Yang is a Chinese...
Deirdre R. Sabo
Apr 21, 20232 min read


The Test
What is a dressage "test"? The word "test" inspires fear into so many people, but lets look at the true meaning of testing. A test is...
Deirdre R. Sabo
Apr 10, 20233 min read


It is not just about riding the horse
This sport of dressage is a never ending journey of figuring out how to better the horse's balance, strength, and comfort in the work. ...
Deirdre R. Sabo
Apr 2, 20235 min read


The "Check Engine Light"
What it means to be "on the bit" and how to accomplish it.
Deirdre R. Sabo
Apr 1, 20233 min read


Reinforcement of Dressage Aids
Reinforcement As with everything in life there is a negative and a positive and both have to exist to have balance. When training horses...
Deirdre R. Sabo
Jan 14, 20212 min read


What Dressage Competition Does for Us
The competitive spirit is a fun emotional state to be in. It not only drives us but shows us that we are still capable of hope and desire. I
Deirdre R. Sabo
Feb 11, 20202 min read


The Posting Diagonals
Last week we discussed the importance of the posting trot. One of the reasons posting trot is so important is that it trains the horse and t
Deirdre R. Sabo
Feb 4, 20202 min read


The Importance of the Posting Trot
We see riders of all disciplines posting the trot. Does anyone know why? There are many reasons why the posting trot is so important.
Deirdre R. Sabo
Jan 28, 20201 min read
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