Why Classical ? 🤔 I had this conversation with a client last night and figured I would write something. So let's talk accountability. You've been commissioned by a King to train a stable of horses. Cavalry soldiers will need to be able to ride effectively. With sword and shield. Wars will be won or lost based on the work you do to train these horses. Your training literally means life or death. And, the fate of the Kingdom. Training up horses that do not break down, is equally important....

One of the most important lessons Ive learned in my studies is the importance of preparation - in everything we do. My work today involves preparing horses for riders that lesson with me. I need to make sure the horse is fluent and understands his work, so that the rider can become better at the language of riding, and listening to the horse. When we look at the tasks we ask horses to do with us, whether sport or recreation, it is important to frame them in terms of ' how well we prepare the...

What I like about Working Equitation is that maneuvering with all the aids, and bending is introduced early on. I find there is a...