[SYH] 25 – Success is all about consistency around the fundamentals

Hi, The key to achieving the desired transformation is to be consistent around the fundamentals. Every small step contributes towards reaching your goal. Remember the four questions of the constructional approach as formulated by Dr Israel Goldiamond? These questions can guide you when making the next training decision. The answers to these questions help you … Weiterlesen

[SYH] 23 – Faster gaits

Hi, When the young horse gets comfortable with a rider and understands the basic cues, i.e., go forward, halt, changes of direction, it is time to request a few steps of trot. There are a number of ways to get there. As you have seen in email 21, requesting trot and canter with a rider … Weiterlesen

[SHY] 22 – Getting on Malou

Hi, In the first emails of this series, I introduced you to my dear friend Giulia Gaibazzi. Giulia and her husband board my horses and take wonderful care of them. She is also a skilled trainer with tons of experience and a big heart. Explore her ​website​ and ​Instagram​ to know more (in Italian). She … Weiterlesen