The Dressage Secret That Solves Almost Every Training Problem

Join the Training Scale Masterclass: https://amelianewcombdressage.com/tra... Free Patterns and Figures PDF Guide: https://bit.ly/4cCSp3o Free Rider Fitness PDF Mini-Course: https://bit.ly/4f16SYD #dressagetraining #horseriding #equestrian No matter what discipline you ride, good Dressage training always starts with the basics. Whether you ride Dressage, western, eventing, jumping, or simply enjoy trail riding, the fundamentals are what help you build better communication, balance, and confidence with your horse. In this video, I explain why going back to the basics is often the fastest way to solve training challenges. What may feel like a setback is actually an opportunity to strengthen the foundation that every horse and rider needs. Dressage Training Starts with the Basics Whenever I'm helping a student or working through a challenge with one of my own horses, I always begin by checking three things: rider position, rhythm, and accurate circles. These simple fundamentals are the building blocks for every movement, regardless of your horse's level of training. Your rider position creates the foundation for every aid you give. A correct ear-shoulder-hip-heel alignment allows you to influence your horse without getting in the way. From there, rhythm becomes the priority. Counting your horse's footfalls helps you stay connected to the movement, encourages relaxation, and creates the consistency needed for good training. Accurate circles are the third piece of the puzzle. Although they seem simple, circles develop bend, suppleness, and balance while helping your horse become more relaxed both physically and mentally. Riding an accurate 20-meter circle is much harder than it looks, but it's one of the best exercises you can practice. Classical Dressage Is Built on Strong Fundamentals One of the things I love most about classical Dressage is that the fundamentals never change. No matter what movement you're struggling with, the answer is almost always found by improving the basics first. Whether you're working on canter transitions, shoulder-in, leg yield, or any other movement, returning to rider position, rhythm, and balance will help you make steady progress. These timeless principles have helped riders for generations because they create a horse that is balanced, supple, and confident in its work. Happy Riding! Amelia 0:00 Into, What are the Basics 1:12 Rider Position 2:35 Rhythm 5:38 Riding Accurately 7:38 Final Tips, end of video