Dressage with Amelia

This week’s live Q&A I kept it short and sweet. I talk about getting your horse supple with lateral work, I also shared updates from some of my programs, 30 Days to Round and the Training Scale Masterclass, and I’m so proud of those students.I shared about my journeys with Harvey and Kensington and how they have progressed up through the levels, and how I love training and bringing young horses up through the levels. Steffen Peters also came to my barn this week and I got to ride my horses and some of my clients horses with him. We worked on the subtlety of my aids and how I can better train and ride my horses so I shared a little bit about this too. Check out my Free Patterns and Figures PDF: https://amelianewcombdressage.com/lead-gen-patterns-figures-o

This episode is a little different! This week I held a live webinar on Contact and Connection during my usual Q&A session. I've pulled out some of my favourite highlights from the webinar to share with you here!Remember, 30 Days to Round starts on Sept 15th, here's the link to join: Join 30 Days to Round 2024

More round! Get your horse on the bit! Have you heard these things before? They are common things you may hear about horses and riding, but sometimes we say them without really knowing what they mean. This episode of Dressage with Amelia is about breaking down what we really mean when we say we want our horse on the bit and why it is an important part of riding correctly and ensuring your horse is using their bodies correctly. Tune in to hear the tips that Germán and I have when working to get our horses more round and to hear our answers to audience questions. Plus, I’ll share more about why I am so excited about my 30 Days to Round challenge being back! 30 Days to Round 2024: https://amelianewcombdressage.com/30-days-to-round/

What do you know about the concept of “self-carriage”? This is such an important aspect of effectively riding and training horses, but can often be hard to understand! Tune in to hear more about how Germán and I describe self-carriage, how it feels and how you can help establish this sense of balance with your horse. Hear more about why contact and connection is important and more about my upcoming free webinars! Why is Self-Carriage Important? https://amelianewcombdressage.com/dressage-training/24073/Contact & Connection Webinar: https://amelianewcombdressage.com/contact-and-connection-free-webinar-2024/

What’s the difference between riding a circle and a corner? How does contact and connection play a role? In this week’s episode you get to hear more tips from Germán and I on how to approach these topics with your horses. Plus, Germán gives a special explanation and demonstration about contact that you don’t want to miss! Tune in to hear us answer audience student questions. Three Steps for Riding Corners Correctly: https://amelianewcombdressage.com/dressage-training/three-steps-for-riding-corners-correctly/ 

Do you know how to use your rein aids effectively? It’s important to know how to use these aids in an intentional way so that we aren’t just pulling on our horse’s mouth! In this episode, Germán and I break down how you can use your rein aids with intention and for a purpose and the role that the reins play in having steady contact and connection with your horse. We share more about how we think about using our reins when we ride and train our horses. Plus, hear more about why I am so excited for the upcoming 30 Days to Round challenge and some of the fun new plans and updates we have this year! Three Rein Aids: https://amelianewcombdressage.com/dressage-training/do-you-know-these-three-rein-aids/?utm_source=Youtube&utm_campaign=Weekly+Education

Our horses are our mirrors. That’s why I am such a strong believer in effective rider position. In honor of the Olympics and the equestrian events featuring the world’s top level riders, this week Germán and I are focusing on all things rider position. Tune in to hear more about why focusing on our rider position is so important and critical in training horses. Plus, we do a live rider position demo! Feeling motivated to continue the focus on Rider Position? Check out my Rider Position Transformation workshop: https://amelianewcombdressage.com/rider-position-transformation/?utm_source=Customer+Support&utm_campaign=FLASHRPT

Do you know how to help your horse build muscle? This week of Dressage with Amelia focuses on how you can help support your horse’s muscle development with care. This topic is personal to me because it’s something I’ve been working on with my horse Harvey in his recovery. Hear more about how Germán and I work with our horses and their development. Plus, we talk more about why centering love and care for our horses in our training plan is so important to us. How to Build Muscle on Your Horse: https://amelianewcombdressage.com/dressage-training/how-to-build-muscle-on-your-horse/ 

Do you ever feel like your horse is stiff as a board? Sometimes it can feel frustrating and like you are stuck! In this episode, Germán and I discuss the value of suppleness. Tune in to learn more about what we mean when we refer to suppleness and how we approach it in training horses and working with students. We share some of our favorite exercises and how you can incorporate suppling your horse into your ride. Scramble Eggs for a Soft Horse: https://youtu.be/6P1skWMg61M

It's the phrase we've all heard before... but what does it really mean?! Inside Leg to Outside rein can feel like a concept that is hard to understand and apply. In this episode of Dressage with Amelia, Germán and I explain what it means, why it is important in Dressage, and how you can feel it and achieve it with your horse!

The Training Scale is so important for so many reasons… including being important from a Dressage judge’s perspective! This is a special episode of Dressage with Amelia where I welcome my friend and FEI rider and licensed judge, Nicole. Nicole shares more about how judges use the Training Scale and why it is important not only in training your horses but also in competing in horse shows. Hear more about how Nicole and I use the Training Scale in working with horses we ride and how you can apply it to your riding in order to move up the levels of Dressage. 

In Thursday’s session, we talked all about the concept of contact within the training scale. An essential aspect of riding that ensures effective communication with our horses. We'll talk about achieving steady contact, the importance of rhythm and suppleness, and how these elements help develop a strong connection with your horse. Free 5 Day Bootcamp: https://amelianewcombdressage.com/5-day-riding-bootcamp/?utm_source=Customer+Support&utm_campaign=Training+Scale+2024Free Live Webinar on Sunday: https://amelianewcombdressage.com/free-training-scale-webinar/?utm_source=Podcast&utm_campaign=Training+Scale+2024

This episode of Dressage with Amelia is all about Rhythm! Rhythm is the basis for everything, it effects every part of the ride. Establishing the rhythm helps the horse to relax and enhances your horse's natural way of going. Hear Amelia and German talk all about Rhythm, why we need rhythm, and what happens when we don't have it! Have you signed up for the Bootcamp next week? It's all about upping you game and learning new things. It's gonna be super fun, there'll be live trainings each morning and we have a TON of prizes to give away. Just come to the training and do the homework, and at the training scale webinar on Sunday we'll announce the winners! We want to educate and inspire your riding experience! https://amelianewcombdressage.com/5-day-riding-bootcamp/?utm_source=Podcast&utm_campaign=Training+Scale+2024

The moment we have been waiting for! This week is an extra special episode of Dressage with Amelia… we announce the winners of our Sitting Trot Challenge! I am so proud and impressed by all of the riding transformations we witnessed over the last 30 days, and can’t wait to share them with you all! Tune in to hear more about the challenge, what we learned and why Germán and I think programs like these are so impactful. Come celebrate with us! 

How do you establish steady contact? How is your horse’s bridle fit part of steady contact? This episode of Dressage with Amelia dives into these important questions and more! Hear more bout what Germán and I mean when we talk about “steady contact” and why it is such an important part of Dressage. Bridle and bit fit isn’t an automatic fix, but we share more about how these things can impact contact and connection. Plus, hear more about the end of our Sitting Trot Challenge. I am so proud of all of our Challenge members! Germán and I also share how we stay motivated when we aren’t feeling like we are seeing progress in our riding - it happens to everyone! 

Is your horse crooked? Hard to bend one way? You are not alone! This week we are focusing on straightness and why this is an important part of the Dressage Training Scale. Tune in to hear me quiz Germán about straightness and we’ll share how we work on this with our horses. Plus, last weekend Germán and I both taught at separate clinics - we share more about highlights from lessons and some of our favorite exercise to recommend to riders in clinics. You’ll also hear updates from inside the Sitting Trot Challenge and a sneak peek into my upcoming free Rider Bootcamp. Straightness and Balance in the Canter: https://youtu.be/Hjhifdz8u5k

This episode of Dressage with Amelia answers a question that many riders have… how do you make a training plan for you horse and work towards progress? Amelia shares her thoughts on working towards her goals with her horses a well as insight from a recent interview she did with Steffen Peters. Plus, hear more about Amelia’s plans for a free riding bootcamp coming up this summer and a recap from a Symposium last weekend in Washington. Check out the Free 'Plan Your Ride' PDF: https://amelianewcombdressage.com/plan-your-ride-training-scale-pdf-o/?utm_source=Youtube&utm_campaign=Training+Scale+2024

This episode of Dressage with Amelia focuses on Amelia’s riding journey and how she has managed adversity while working for horses. Hear more as she shares about the difficult few months she has had while managing medical issues for her Grand Prix horse, Harvey. Amelia shares why the most important thing in riding is remembering to appreciate all our horses give us. Check out this video that focuses on Harvey: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ylkdRCpL2dQ 

This episode is a special edition of the Dressage with Amelia podcast. Special guest and Amelia’s Mom, JoElyn, join Amelia and Germán and are recording this podcast LIVE from the horse show in California. Please excuse some of the background noice as you are hearing live audio from the show grounds! Tune in to hear more about Amelia’s plans for the horse show and what she is focusing on. Amelia, Germán, and JoElyn talk about the concept of self-carriage, a concept that Amelia is focusing on with Kensington right now. Plus, they answer audience questions and talk about bending and effective transitions. 

This episode is all about the sitting trot. Amelia and Germán break down how to get yourself and your horse ready to sit the trot, the benefits of focusing on developing your trot, and a sneak peek into the educational content in the brand new Sitting Trot Challenge. Tune in to hear why Amelia and Germán think sitting trot is important and how changing how we focus on the trot can make it easier for both horse and rider. We want you to join us in the Sitting Trot Challenge! Join before May 1 for discounted enrollment. Don’t miss out as we are giving out $10,000 in prizes! https://amelianewcombdressage.com/sitting-trot-challenge/

This episode of Dressage with Amelia focuses on the brand new Sitting Trot Challenge. Enrollment is NOW open! These challenges are such a cool way to join a community of like minded riders from all around the world and focus on our horses and our goals. Tune in as Amelia discusses why many students struggle with the sitting trot and how focusing on both the quality of the trot and your rider position is important in achieving a successful and easier sitting trot. Enroll in the Sitting Trot Challenge: https://amelianewcombdressage.com/sitting-trot-challenge/

This episode of Dressage with Amelia is all about developing roundness. Amelia talks about her weekend at a clinic in Colorado and shares her biggest takeaways and themes from the students she worked with (hint: it’s the bottom of the Training Scale!) Amelia and Germán answer audience questions about roundness, how you can feel roundness developing in your horse, and why developing roundness is important as we get ready for the sitting trot challenge! 5 Exercises to Do Before You Sit the Trot: https://amelianewcombdressage.com/before-sitting-trot-pdf-b/Snowman Exercise: https://amelianewcombdressage.com/dressage-training/lets-ride-the-snowman/ 

Check out this audio version of Amelia's brand new resource: 5 Exercise to Do Before the Sitting Trot. In this audio, you will hear Amelia break down how you can set yourself and your horse up for a successful sitting trot. To download a copy of these exercise in a PDF, click here: https://amelianewcombdressage.com/free-pdf-before-sitting-the-trot/

This episode of Dressage with Amelia focuses on Contact & Connection. Amelia and Germán answer audience questions about working with their horses on contact and connection. Hear more about the difference about these two concepts and why they are important in Dressage and riding. Plus, check out a brand new resource “5 Exercises to Do Before You Sit the Trot” to prepare for our upcoming Sitting Trot Challenge! 5 Exercises to Do Before You Sit the Trot: https://amelianewcombdressage.com/before-sitting-trot-pdf-b/

This episode of Dressage with Amelia is all about something that all of us as riders work on at some point or another… relaxation and mindset! Amelia and Germán give their mindset tips for ensuring that both you and your horse are relaxed while riding. Plus, Amelia shares more about the horse show she competed in last weekend and how mindset plays a role in showing. Stretch Circle Video: https://amelianewcombdressage.com/dressage-training/stretch-circle-with-a-judge/ 

This week is all about horse showing! We are lucky to have our resident Team Amelia licensed judge, Nicole, leading the session and sharing her perspective and tips on how to prepare for competitions. Nicole shares more about mindset when going in to horse shows to set you up for success, some special tips she wants you to know as a judge, and answers audience questions about competitions. Plus, check out Amelia's brand new (and free!) competition resource: https://amelianewcombdressage.com/free-competition-PDF/

This episode focuses all about our rider position and the Dressage aids. Hear more about why giving your horse clear and effective aids is so important and why Amelia is such a strong believer in the impact our rider position can make in training. Plus hear why "ARRR" is Amelia's #1 secret to training horses - and no, that’s not a pirate!Free Rider Position Mini-Course: https://amelianewcombdressage.com/free-rider-position-mini-course#1 Secret to Improve Your Riding: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lQ53xJp5gTo 

This episode of Dressage with Amelia focuses on balance and adjustability. What do these two terms mean and how are they relevant in riding? Hear more about what Amelia and Germán answer these questions as well as how it feels when your horse is in balance and how they check in throughout their ride. Amelia shares more about how Pirouettes can be used to create more balance and adjustability in your horse at both the walk and canter. Hear more about why it’s NOT too early for you to start working on Pirouettes with your horse! 3 Steps to Canter Pirouettes: https://youtu.be/u1B_nH_LelUEnroll in Pirouettes with Amelia Course:  https://amelianewcombdressage.com/pirouettes-with-amelia-masterclass/

Listen on the go! For a limited time, you can listen to the audio from my brand new Pirouette webinar. Tune in and hear... What is a pirouette? What are the aids? Why train pirouettes? Common faults in pirouettes Pre-requisites for pirouettes Exercises to introduce pirouettesAnd more! Hurry! This recording will only be available for a limited time - so listen now before it goes away on Sunday, March 10th. Want to learn more? Join my brand new Pirouette Masterclass! https://amelianewcombdressage.com/pirouettes-with-amelia-masterclass/

This episode of Dressage with Amelia is about al things engagement! Tune in to hear more of Amelia and Germán’s tips on getting more engagement in your horse’s hind end. Not only is this our stand alone focus of the week, but it’s also related to the upcoming FREE Pirouette webinar. Amelia shares more about why training the Pirouettes is connected to hind end engagement and relevant at many different levels of Dressage training. Three Tips for Engagement: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nHuzCAiLz9I&feature=youtu.be RSVP for the Pirouette Webinar: https://amelianewcombdressage.com/fre...Don't forget to save your seat to get the zoom link for the Pirouette webinar!

This episode of Dressage with Amelia is all about improving your quality of canter. Amelia and Germán answer big questions like what do we mean when we say “canter activity”? And how can we achieve it with our horses? They share tips and ideas on how you can focus on canter activity in your next ride. Amelia also reflects on her recent trip to Europe and she and Germán give advice on what to do when trying new horses. Plus, hear more about the upcoming Pirouette webinar and why Amelia thinks Pirouettes are one of the most technical movements in Dressage! Get More Activity in the Canter: https://youtu.be/OhAlCX2yvCIRSVP for the FREE Pirouette webinar: https://amelianewcombdressage.com/free-pirouette-webinar/ 

On this episode of Dressage with Amelia, we are discussing all things straightness. Straightness is important to think about both in our own rider position as well as our horses. Hear more from Amelia and Germán about what we mean when we discuss straightness in dressage and follow along as they answer audience questions about this topic. Learn more about Amelia's top 3 straightness tips in this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7oM4_GDn60c&feature=youtu.be

On this week's episode of Dressage with Amelia listen in as Amelia shares more about why groundwork is her key to successful Dressage training. Germán shares more about a recent a-ha moment he had about groundwork while at a clinic. Reminder that Sunday, February 4 is the last day to watch the recording of the free Piaffe made simple webinar and the last day to enroll in the new Advanced Groundwork course.

Tune in to Dressage with Amelia January 26th, 2024 episode. This week Amelia and Germán talk about the power of groundwork, how we can manage fear that comes along with riding and why working with your trainer can be like marriage counseling with your horse. fe Webinar this weekend! RSVP Here: https://amelianewcombdressage.com/free-webinar-piaffe/

Tune in to hear Amelia talk more about the upcoming FREE Piaffe webinar and answer audience riding questions. Piaffe Webinar is coming Soon! RSVP here:https://amelianewcombdressage.com/free-webinar-piaffe/

Join Amelia and German and hear more about the concept of "through the levels". Hear from them on what is required at each Dressage level and how you can move up the levels with your horse.

⏰ Limited Enrollment - join Strides Before Sunday⏰https://amelianewcombdressage.com/stridesGoal setting worksheet:https://amelianewcombdressage.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/2024-Riding-Goals-Worksheet-Colour-Fillable.pdf

Tune in to hear Amelia and Germán answer audience questions and talk about the importance of goal setting for an upcoming FREE webinar. Don't forget to RSVP for the Goal Setting Webinar:https://amelianewcombdressage.com/free-goal-setting-webinar-save-your-seat/

Tune in and hear Amelia and German answer audience questions, talk about a recent horse show, and how they are enjoying the winter season.

Join Amelia and German as they talk about why it's been a busy few weeks! Hear more about Amelia's experience riding in a great clinic recently, learn about the free upcoming Goal Setting webinar, and hear answers to audience questions. RSVP for the goal setting webinar:https://amelianewcombdressage.com/free-goal-setting-webinar-save-your-seat/

Tune into this special episode of Dressage with Amelia - with Amelia, Germán, and Nicole from Team Amelia! The crew answers audience rider questions and talks about an upcoming clinic Amelia is riding in.

In this week's Dressage with Amelia, Amelia and Germán tune in from the horse show. They discuss why groundwork is important and how groundwork helped their horses in preparation for the show. Hear more about how groundwork supports all of Amelia's horse training efforts and listen as she answers audience questions. Learn more about the Groundwork Essentials course: https://amelianewcombdressage.com/groundwork-essentials/ Free Groundwork Manners PDF: https://amelianewcombdressage.com/evaluate-your-horses-ground-manners-o/

Check out the replay of Amelia's latest Groundwork webinar only available for a limited time! https://amelianewcombdressage.com/groundwork-essentials-webinar-replay/Discover and Enroll in Groundwork Essentials: https://amelianewcombdressage.com/groundwork-essentials/

Tune into hear all about Amelia and Germán's trip to Hawaii and why Amelia can't wait for the groundwork webinar this weekend! Have you saved your seat for the FREE webinar? Join us on Sunday, November 12: https://amelianewcombdressage.com/free-groundwork-webinar/

Join a special episode of Dressage with Amelia on a Sunday! Tune in to hear reflections from Amelia's time taking lessons this weekend, attending a schooling show, and of course, answering audience questions.

Tune into this special edition of Dressage with Amelia to hear all about reflections from the 2023 30 Days to Round Challenge! Hear the winners of the challenged announced live and learn more about their stories. Congratulations to all of the 30 Days to Round participants! Check out the 30 Days to Round wrap-up video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KL7nzK7E3O8 Sign up to be notified about the next 30 Days to Round challenge here: https://amelianewcombdressage.com/30-days-to-round/

In this week's episode, listen in as Amelia reflects on a successful clinic in Colorado! Amelia taught riders from Intro level through FEI riders. She and Germán discuss how they select the specific exercises they choose to work on when training their horses and students. Hear more about how choosing patterns can help practice getting your horse on your aids. Tune in to hear questions answered from the audience.

In this week's episode, Amelia talks about Spooky Season and the #SpookyChallenge in Amelia's Dressage Club Facebook Group. She discusses what to do when your horses are spooking, if you fall off, and how to be safe and enjoy your horse. Amelia also reflects on a recent lesson she had with one of her horses.

On this week's episode Amelia discusses what her mission of Dressage for All means to her. Hear more about why dressage is beneficial for all riding disciplines. Amelia answers audience questions and discusses topics like riding effective patterns and figures, how to make groundwork impactful, and more.

In this week's episode, Amelia introduces her brand new free resource focuses on ground manners and discusses the importance of ground manners and groundwork. Amelia answers audience questions and shares tips on how to plan a training session: how to approach your warm up and how long a training session should be.