This exclusive excerpt from Jec Aristotle Ballou's new book describes creative ways to use hills and terrain to build fitness in horses.

In this Ministry of Education-approved course, students can earn a grade 10 credit for learning about horses.

Schooling circles using ‘The Diamond Method’ develops your awareness of symmetry and improves spatial accuracy and balance.

There are basic movements in which everyone can score well – even riders without fancy horses – so don't leave precious marks in the arena.

The winter months are a great time to employ gymnastics in your schooling sessions to polish the fundamentals.

Horse Sport presents a new series which asks some top judges what they are looking for, tips for better scores, and their pet peeves!

Taking on a student to become a valued member of your stable's team is just one of the advantages of this successful employment program.

Don't lose precious marks in your dressage tests by missing opportunities to showcase you and your horse's harmony and accuracy.

Asymmetries in the horse’s conformation, one-sidedness and even rider imbalance can cause straightness issues; here are some helpful exercises.

Some riders actually thrive on performing under pressure with a crowd watching – you can learn to embrace the pressure as well.