Amelia Newcomb's
30 days to Round Challenge
Ride your horse supple, soft and using their topline in just 30 days.
Amelia Newcomb's
30 days to Round Challenge
Ride your horse supple, soft and using their topline in just 30 days.
Do you feel like you're kicking, pulling, and getting
zero reaction?
Every ride feels like a pulling match and you can’t figure out what aids to give to get a round horse!
You know it’s important…
But you’re not sure
Where to go from here. 🤷♀️
30 Days to Round is the step-by-step process I use to teach all my horses and students how to go round.
This is the formula you need to train your horse and improve your riding for years to come.
Do you feel like you're kicking, pulling, and getting
zero reaction?
Every ride feels like a pulling match and you can’t figure out what aids to give to get a round horse!
You know it’s important…
But you’re not sure
Where to go from here. 🤷♀️
30 Days to Round is the step-by-step process I use to teach all my horses and students how to go round.
This is the formula you need to train your horse and improve your riding for years to come.
Huge Improvement in Just 30 Days
“I took part in the 30 Days to Round Challenge and we had to submit a before and after video. Seriously, I was amazed watching the comparison. It was such a huge improvement. Amelia taught us over the course of 30 days how to get the horse round and relaxed and she shared a lot of different exercises for us to do. It was an amazing experience and journey and I wish it had never ended. I am so thankful for taking part in it.
I recommend Amelia’s teaching to anyone out there.”
Lorena Klingler
Thousands of riders around the globe have seen amazing results from this program.
Here's how 👇
- No more endless pulling and kicking
- With our clear, step-by-step exercises, you'll learn how to communicate effectively, ensuring your horse responds softly and promptly without force.
- No more guessing how to get your horse round and supple.
- Gain the knowledge and techniques to consistently achieve a soft, round frame through our comprehensive training videos and detailed guides.
- No more feeling alone and unsupported in your training efforts.
- Join a community of like-minded riders and gain direct access to expert advice, ensuring every ride progresses your skills and deepens your connection with your horse.
And when you enter the challenge you could win cold hard cash!
We have $10,000 to give away!💰
You can do this, here's how it works:
1
Start the Challenge by submitting your ‘before’ video
2
Study the 40+ step-by-step videos
3
Join the Facebook group, and participate in LIVE Q&As, mini-challenges, and more!
4
Watch your contact and connection improve day by day
5
At the end of the 30 days, submit an ‘after’ video. Our judges will review the videos, select the riders with the top transformations and award CASH prizes
What's inside the program
40+ Pre-Recorded Exercises
>Groundwork for Roundness
>Forward for Round
>Bending Exercises
>Roundness Exercises
Value: $997
Training Plans
Because each horse is different and training is NOT a “one size fits all” system. Learn with Troubleshooting and Student Videos.
> Hot & Spicy
> Slow & Laid Back
> Strong & Hollow
> Curls Behind the Bit
> Young Horse
> Olider Horse
Value: $597
Roundness Training Blueprint
5 weekly LIVE Trainings on ZOOM at 8am PT on Wednesday Mornings. Sessions are recorded for your convenience.
Value: $799
Orientation & Training Principles - In this session, you’ll plan your month, get clear on your goals, and learn Amelia’s top Training Principles—including the power of ArRR and how groundwork is the first step to round.
Forward: The Engine for Roundness - A horse that’s in front of your leg and moving willingly forward with energy and tempo is ready for real roundness. You’ll learn exercises and techniques for forward-thinking riding and teach your horse how to respond to the softest aid possible.
The Aids for Round: Leg First, Then Hand-What exactly should you do to ask your horse to come round? In this practical session with Amelia and Germán, you’ll get clear on the sequence of aids that create roundness. Learn how to use the lightest cues to shape your horse’s posture and energy.
Bend: The Hidden Ingredient for Roundness - Learn why bend is an essential prerequisite for roundness. Discover what are the bending aids and how your horse interprets them. Bend is the secret to controlling and managing your horse’s energy so that you can stay safe and enjoy your ride.
Troubleshooting and Problem Solving - Not every horse goes round easily— some are heavy in the hand, behind the vertical, stiff on one side, or uneven in the contact. You’ll learn how to recognize what’s happening and exactly which exercises will help.
The Connection Arena
Lifetime access, mobile app, USDF credit, Journal, Calendar, Facebook Group, Mini Challenge for motivation and more (Note: Competition & Support is for 30 days)
Value: $197
The Challenge
A little extra incentive to keep you on track. Chance to win prizes and part of the $10,000 prize purse.
Priceless!
You can do anything for 30 days. Commit to this program and change your ride.
With over 40 Training Videos you are set up for success. Inside course you get:
Groundwork Exercises
Rider Position and the Aids
Basic Riding Exercises
Patterns and Figures
Connection Exercises
Training Plans for Different Types of Horses
Plus, you'll get lifetime access to the materials.
By the end of this course you will learn step-by-step how to...
Get your horse on the bit
Teach your horse to work through their topline
Engage their hind end
Have a supple and soft contact with the mouth
Show your horse how to relax so you can have more fun!
And More!
Who IS A Good Fit For 30 Days to Round?
- You're struggling to achieve roundness with your horse and need structured guidance.
- You're new to horse riding or seeking to refine your skills.
- You value community support and expert advice.
- You're committed to daily training and consistent improvement.
- You seek a comprehensive program with lifetime access to materials.
Who IS NOT A Good Fit For 30 Days to Round?
- You prefer only casual riding on 'good' days.
- Your horse is currently unsafe or unsuitable for advanced training methods.
- You expect instant results without effort.
- You don’t want to engage in a structured program.
- You are aiming to make the jump to Grand Prix after completing this one program.
ABOUT YOUR COACH
Hi! I’m Amelia
A Grand Prix Trainer in California but when I first started riding, I always got the difficult horses. I got the off the track thoroughbreds that had no clue how to give to the contact or bend. Quarter horses that were stiff, horses that reared, and even big warmbloods that liked to bolt blindly.
Teaching a horse how to accept the bit or retraining a star gazer is completely different…where do you even start? (don’t worry, read on and you’ll find out!)
Through training and working with thousands of horses over the years, I’ve developed a step by step system that will work to teach ANY horse how to become supple, soft, and on the bit. Riding your horse round and connected from back to front is not only easier and more enjoyable for the rider, but is also healthier for your horse’s physical and mental state.
Teaching your horse how to use their body properly and go round is essential for their longevity and health.
In the 30 Days to Round Challenge, I am going to teach you the exact method that I use with all my horses and students. It works for me and I know it will work for you. I’m here to make your riding journey easier and to save you time, money, and effort. Thousands of students online have used my techniques to achieve unparalleled levels of success in their riding.
Invest a little time now and you will see big results in your training. I guarantee it!
These riders are just like you! 30 Days from now, you could be showing off your transformation too!
Are you next?
Kara
…Especially in the past 30 days, she has transformed from a nervous, uptight horse to a more relaxed, supple, and balanced horse. I will continue to utilize everything we have learned from 30 DTR and keep incorporating the exercises into our daily routine.
30 Days to Round Graduate
Anne
I’m not going to be able to take part in the video challenge, but for the best reason. I was too inpatient and had to get started straight away and the improvement has been so staggering that my ‘before’ video would not show where we started. It’s a weird feeling to be slightly disappointed about such a fast turnaround!
30 Days to Round Graduate
Lorena
Seriously I was amazed watching the comparison. It was such a huge improvement. Amelia taught us over the course of 30 days how to get the horse round and relaxed. It was an amazing experience.
30 Days to Round Graduate
The 30 Days to Round Challenge will transform your riding.
Open for enrollment now!
Challenge starts September 14th 🗓️
If I can do it, literally anybody can do it.
“It must come from the leg first. I heard that for YEARS!!! I thought it meant literally forward as in more energy and speed and drive. But to me and my horse it means get off the inside leg and lift your back. I didn’t understand that until this challenge.
Be patient with yourself and your horse. You will get this. If I can do it, literally anybody can do it. I’m not a great rider but I finally learned it. You can and will too.“
Amanda
You'll wish you had this years ago
“Amelia’s online learning programs are amazing! I wish I had taken her 30 Days to Round class when my horse was 4… we have both learned so much. My last 4 lessons my trainer has complimented us and said she has never seen my horse so supple before.
I would highly recommend this program for anyone who wants to improve their riding and their connection and relationship with their horse!“
Jennifer Mckean
Here's what you’ll get
when you enroll in the challenge:
Over 40 Training Videos:
These comprehensive sessions cover everything from the basics of getting your horse on the bit to advanced techniques for achieving a round, soft frame, ensuring no detail is missed.
LIVE Theory Trainings
Join Amelia and Team on LIVE sessions throughout each week. Learn all the theory and get your specific training questions answered.
Lifetime Access to Course Materials:
Once you join, the materials are yours to keep forever. Refer back to video lessons whenever you need a refresher or face a new training challenge.
Exclusive Facebook Group Support:
Get 24/7 access to a community of fellow participants and direct feedback from experts. Post videos of your training sessions and receive personalized tips and encouragement.
USDF Accredited:
Earn credits towards the United States Dressage Federation programs, enhancing not just your skills but also your professional equestrian qualifications.
Here's what you’ll get
when you enroll in the challenge:
Over 40 Training Videos:
These comprehensive sessions cover everything from the basics of getting your horse on the bit to advanced techniques for achieving a round, soft frame, ensuring no detail is missed.
LIVE Theory Trainings
Join Amelia and Team on LIVE sessions throughout each week. Learn all the theory and get your specific training questions answered.
Lifetime Access to Course Materials:
Once you join, the materials are yours to keep forever. Refer back to video lessons whenever you need a refresher or face a new training challenge.
Exclusive Facebook Group Support:
Get 24/7 access to a community of fellow participants and direct feedback from experts. Post videos of your training sessions and receive personalized tips and encouragement.
USDF Accredited:
Earn credits towards the United States Dressage Federation programs, enhancing not just your skills but also your professional equestrian qualifications.
⏰ NEW THIS YEAR ⏰
Participated before? There is more to love with this year's challenge.
This is our fourth year running 30 Days to Round, we've had thousands of riders participate and every year we make it better.
NEW Weekly Lecture Topics
4 Phases of Round
Updated Video Exercises
Special LIVE events such as 'Train your Eye' and 'Trivia Night'
New Challenge Divisions
BONUS: Check your email for an "OG Student" discount on this year's enrollment
Participated before? There is more to love with this year's challenge.
This is our fourth year running 30 Days to Round, we've had thousands of riders participate and every year we make it better.
NEW Weekly Lecture Topics
4 Phases of Round
Updated Video Exercises
Special LIVE events such as 'Train your Eye' and 'Trivia Night'
New Challenge Divisions
BONUS: Check your email for an "OG Student" discount on this year's enrollment
When you add it all up, that’s a total value of $2,590+
Comprehensive 30-Day Training Program
($799 value)
LIVE Theory lectures and training plans for a variety of different types of horses.
Over 40 In-Depth Training Videos
($997 value)
Dive into extensive video content covering foundational to advanced techniques, ensuring you have all the visual guidance you need.
Training Plans
($597 value)
Every horse is unique, get specific plans for mulitple different types of horses.
Lifetime Access to Course Materials
($300+ value)
Keep all the course materials for life, allowing you to revisit and refine your techniques as needed.
Exclusive Facebook Group Access
($250 value)
Join a supportive community with 24/7 access to expert advice, peer feedback, and motivational challenges.
And More!
Mini Challenges, Before and After Assessment Worksheet, Prize Money and more!
But you can join the 30 Days to Round Challenge today for… 👇
You're backed by a 15-day money back guarantee!
If you’re on the fence, or had other online training experiences that left you feeling skeptical, give this course a try. Within a few days, if it’s not for you, I’ll give you your money back- no questions asked.
Thousands of my students use these techniques to help their horses, and I know that this program will work for you.
The challenge ‘officially’ starts on September 14th 2025, but as soon as you purchase you get lifetime access and can get started!
And the sooner you start the more of a leg up you’ll have on the competition!
The Challenge ends on October 14th 2025 at 11:55pm PT.
You will have lifetime access to the material! While the competition itself and the live feedback is only during the competition period (ending Oct 15th 2025). You will always have access to the material to keep working away at it!
We have cash prizes totaling $10,000 USD plus additional giveaways of Amelia Merchandise!
Trotter’s Trophy:
1st Place: $1000
2-3rd: $500
Canter Cup:
1st Place: $3000
2-3rd Place: $1,500
4-5th Place: $1,000
No. This program is perfect for teaching a young horse to accept the bit and it will also help to get an older horse rounder and softer.
Consistency is key to getting a big transformation. If you only ride a lesson horse 1-2 times a week you will still see results by joining this challenge. But the more you work with your horse the better they will be, we recommend 4-5 times a week. Remember though, this is quality over quantity. Every session doesn’t have to be a long one (sometimes it’s only 10 min!) and it’s important to listen to your horse.
No problem at all! This can be a challenge with yourself! In previous years several students didn’t submit transformation videos due to life constraints and still expressed value in the program.
This course is designed for horses and riders of ALL levels. Whether you are a beginner rider just learning, or you are an FEI rider, suppleness, thoroughness and connection is something you’re always working on.
This challenge is designed for riders and trainers of all levels. Whether you are just starting out or riding FEI, you can still be competitive in this challenge. Winners are selected based on how much they have improved compared to the start of the challenge. Not who is the best overall.
To put it simply: Who ever improves the most, WINS! Our panel of judges reviews and compares your beginning and end videos and uses the following categories to judge: Groundwork, Gaits, Impulsion, Submission, Rider Position & Seat, and Participation.
You should still join as we only do this challenge once a year! While you need to find time to film & submit videos to be eligible for prizes, this challenge is chalk full of valuable information that you have LIFETIME access to that will save you time in the long run! And you can go through it whenever you want -and at whatever pace you want.
Yes! From the time you join the challenge, to the end of the 30 days (October 15th 2025), you get access to myself and my team to ask questions, get advice, additional mini lectures, support sessions, review videos in the facebook group, and more!
- A sound and healthy horse
- ASTM approved riding helmet
- Bridle with two reins
- Optional: Snaffle bit, side reins, rope halter, flag
(bitless options are also acceptable)
No. You don’t need to be on Facebook. You can download all of the educational content to your phone. If you have a question or want to join a a Q&A session we recommend joining Facebook! This will allow you to ask questions, share videos, successes, and more! It’s also where we’ll be posting supporting videos and mini lecture recordings. If you don’t have facebook, I would suggest joining just for this challenge.
We want everything to be fair for everyone. A few days before your ‘before’ videos are due, you will get a codeword that say at the beginning of your video to ‘date’ it. The ‘after’ codeword will be released near the end of the challenge.
Full instructions on filming and uploading videos are available in the course. I have a great tech support team and I never want technology to hold you back from improving your riding.
I encourage you to take it again! I’ve added new content to the challenge and you’ll get another chance to improve your riding & win cash! And don’t forget you’ll get more opportunities to get support from my team and I.
BONUS! OG Students get a discount on their enrollment. Check your email for details.
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