disciplines

5 Disciplines Arabian Horses Excel At

January 17, 2023
Arabian horses are one of the most popular breeds in the world. Their striking beauty is only one of their desirable traits. They’re also incredibly versatile, competing in all sorts of disciplines from English to western. There are entire show circuits dedicated to purebreds and half-breds. The Versatility of Arabians 1. Dressage: Known as sport...

Career Change Thoroughbred Style

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June 29, 2021
Featured Image: 2019 Ranch Work winner Amber Jacobson and her thoroughbred, Silence Is Awesome, take the creek crossing in stride at the Kentucky Horse Park competition. Many of us—myself included—discovered that our first job was a poor fit.  Perhaps, we found the work monotonous; perhaps, we had a boss that just didn’t “get” us.  Or,...

How To Ride A Posting Trot With Ease

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January 29, 2021
In most Western disciplines, the rider will sit to their horse’s trot. There are a few occasions where posting will be encouraged and almost necessary. In order to be a versatile rider, it’s important you learn how to do it correctly. Why Do Riders Post? There are a few reasons some riders prefer to post...

Top 10 Most Dangerous Equestrian Sports

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June 6, 2018
Just being around horses can be dangerous…when you add a saddle things can get even more risky. Certain disciplines require speed, agility, and unique maneuvers. There can be a lot of room for error. Riders end up with broken bones, concussions, and fatal injuries. If you’re a daredevil, these sports might have the adrenaline rush...

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