The well-known adage that you should be schooling at home one or two levels above where you are competing holds true.
Training
Peter Holmes is one of Canada’s most respected and sought-after course designers. He has designed tracks at some of the biggest competition venues.
A survivor is defined as 'a person who continues to function or prosper in spite of opposition, hardship, or setbacks.' Tatiana Dzavik, who has risen through the showjumping ranks from high-profile junior to successful adult professional, is a true survivor, dusting herself off and pushing on despite a number of career-threatening injuries.
Randy Roy is a senior international judge, course designer and author. He owns and operates Hunters Glen Show Stable in King, ON, with his daughter, Ryan Roy.
No matter which discipline you ride, transitions represent an essential component.
A horse who changes its lead consistently off the ground, on the short sides of the ring, or on the way to a fence is likely experiencing discomfort.
Eventing requires riders to be good at three different skills, and stadium jumping is the phase where many riders struggle. Sally Sainsbury shares some tips to avoid messing up your good score with a poor stadium round.
Randy Roy is a senior international judge, course designer and author. He owns and operates Hunters Glen Show Stable in King, ON, with his daughter, Ryan Roy.
Starting two-year-olds
One of the most difficult behavioural vices with which to deal in a show horse is in-gate sourness.
