Spring is on the way, and I know that a lot of times, this can mean we’re getting back in the saddle after time off! Our horses might be feeling a little fresh, and maybe we need a little confidence boost as we’re getting back into our regular routine. If you have been struggling with confidence with your horse, to canter your horse, or need help getting back into riding this spring, I have some awesome resources for you in this Amelia Newcomb Dressage Newsletter!

NEW Free Ride-Along Podcast

Struggling to feel stable and in control in the saddle? I just released a new Free Ride-Along Podcast on confidence this week! Whether you are just learning to ride, are struggling to sit the extended movements, or maybe you need a little extra support on those spooky windy days, this podcast is designed to help you feel confident and more secure in the saddle. Get the Free Confidence Podcast here.

I want to say a big thank you to Correct Connect for sponsoring this podcast and making it free to everyone! If you are looking for a new neckstrap, I would recommend checking theirs out – it’s my favorite! Check out Correct Conntect’s Neckstrap.

Rider Position Blueprint Recap

I’ve always been a big believer that if you can improving your position is the number one way to fix your training problems and improve your riding. So last year, I decided to come up with an all-new course – The Rider Position Blueprint! But this program wouldn’t be like any of the regular rider fitness or rider position programs out there – it would be unique in that it combined ridden rider position exercises and also rider fitness exercises out of the saddle all in one package! The first cohort of students are starting to go through the program right now and I am so excited to see their progress!

Meet Strides Member Tammy

Each month, I like to highlight one of my Strides Student Members, so we can celebrate their successes and progress along their journey! This month, let’s get to know Tammy from Wisconsin, USA.

“I am so grateful that my daughter told me about Amelia approximately 5 years ago! I was struggling to remember what my trainers told me during lessons and was embarrassed to often work on the same things every lesson. After I found Amelia and her helpful videos, I felt like I was able to improve faster and understand what I was being asked to do at lessons. I really like Amelia’s videos where she rides the dressage tests and I love listening to her ride along podcasts on the way to the barn.”

– Tammy

Read Tammy’s full story here. 

Upcoming Clinics

Now that the weather is nicer, I’ll be traveling more over the coming months for in-person clinics! Here are a few dates I have on the schedule:

• April 5th-6th, Weatherford, TX
• April 12th-13th, Elizabeth, CO
• May 16th-18th, Fairfield, UT

I know that a couple of these clinics have auditing spaces available! If you are interested in more information to audit these clinics, make sure you check out my Clinics page to get in contact with the clinic hosts! Check out the Clinic Schedule here. 

NEW Canter Checklist!

Need help getting ready to canter? So many of my students have come to me asking for help to feel confident and ready to canter their horse, I decided to make a brand-new Free Mini-Course with my top five exercises for preparing for the canter. Whether you need help gaining confidence after a bad experience, are learning to canter for the first time, have a young horse who is just learning to canter, or another canter struggle, I’ve designed this new mini-course to help you! Inside you’ll find five exercises to help you get ready to canter with confidence. Get your Free Canter Checklist here.

Already cantering, but need help improving your canter, sitting better, or improving canter quality? Check out my Canter with Confidence PDF – this Free PDF Guide is packed with videos all about the canter! Get the Canter with Confidence PDF Guide.

Improving Your Stretch Circle Scores

Are you showing First Level this year or getting ready to move up to First Level? One common movement in the First Level tests that I see riders struggling with is the stretch circle. This is a tricky movement because it really tests your horse’s longitudinal and lateral suppleness as well as the riders’ balance…then on top of that, the show environment doesn’t make it any easier. If you need help with your stretch circle, check out this video that I did with Nicole, licensed EC “B” Dressage judge on how to practice and improve your stretch circle to set you and your horse up for success in the show ring! Watch the video here.

Upcoming Videos

Are you Subscribed to my YouTube Channel? If not, I encourage you to do so! This is the BEST way to make sure you don’t miss any of my weekly training videos. Yes, I do usually send out an email for each new video, but not always! Sometimes I release bonus videos, do a LIVE Q&A, or surprise event, and if you’re subscribed you’ll be notified immediately when I release something new.

We have some exciting videos coming up soon:

• Three Tips to Plan Your Ride
• Five Exercises to do Before You Canter
• And more!

Get notified about upcoming videos here.

Happy Riding this month, 

Amelia