by Alison | Feb 22, 2021 | Horse Riding, Rider Confidence, Rider Mindset
Riding a new horse can be pretty daunting. Many of us have ridden the same horse/s for years and the prospect of the unknown can affect our confidence levels (even if we would usually consider ourselves quite confident riders). It’s completely understandable to feel...
by Alison | Feb 15, 2021 | Horse Riding, Rider Confidence, Rider Mindset
For some riders cantering their horse can be pretty nerve-wracking. It can cause much stress and anxiety at just the thought of your horse changing pace from a trot to a canter. This mindset can be frustrating for riders and can often hold them back from achieving...
by Alison | Jan 19, 2021 | Equestrian Coach, Horse Management, Horse Riding
There’s no doubt about it, owning a horse is a major responsibility and their care and management are ultimately in your hands at all times. Horses can be complicated and it is true to say that every day is a learning day when you have a horse in your care! Even the...
by Alison | Jan 6, 2021 | Horse Riding, Rider Confidence
Every rider feels nervous from time to time. It is all part and parcel of taking part in a sport where your partner just happens to be 10 times your size, with an unpredictable mind of their own. Most non-horsey people think we are mad and there have been certain odd...
by Alison | Oct 26, 2020 | Rider Confidence, Rider Mindset, Uncategorized
15 Ways to get your confidence back when riding your horse If you’ve lost your riding confidence, here are my top tips to help you get back on your horse, and feel more positive and confident. Start where you are right now Forget about comparing what you used to be...