by Alison | Sep 23, 2020 | Horse Riding
It doesn’t matter if you are a complete beginner or a seasoned professional attending horse riding lessons can be highly beneficial for both you and your horse. Horse riding is a continuous learning phase and most definitely worth the investment. Many horse owners...
by Alison | Aug 12, 2020 | Rider Confidence, Rider Mindset
Looks can be deceiving! As horse riders, we often consume a lot of our time and thoughts comparing ourselves to that of other riders. It is fair to say that we have all at some point come across what we would determine in our heads as the ‘perfect rider’. Maybe it’s...
by Alison | Jun 1, 2020 | Equestrian Coach, Horse Riding
Maintaining a good lower leg position with the heels a little lower than your toes, is important for so many reasons: To be able to apply leg aids effectively and correctly To help you stay on board and secure if the horse is excitable To help build a balanced,...
by Alison | May 30, 2020 | Equestrian Coach, Horse Riding, Rider Confidence, Rider Mindset
How often do you actually look back and see how far you have come? It’s really easy to get lost in the noise and lose perspective on your journey towards confidence. Start keeping a log/diary/journal of your achievements, so that you can reflect on all the hard work,...
by Alison | May 29, 2020 | Equestrian Coach, Horse Riding, Rider Confidence, Rider Mindset
How often do you celebrate your riding achievements? I mean, really celebrate and acknowledge what you have done? I know many riders that will, when congratulated, reply with “Thank you, but {insert horse’s name] was brilliant today” or “Thank you, but it was...
