30 Days to Dressage:
Foundations with Amelia
Every rider deserves a solid start, and every horse deserves a confident rider.
You can feel the partnership, harmony, and elegance of riding without the force or frustration.
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and over 10,941+ students …
Does This Sound Familiar?
- You’re bouncing in the saddle.
- You’re riding circle after circle… nothing changes.
- Your horse’s head is straight up in the air.
- You’re pulling on the reins and squeezing with your legs.
- You’re not having fun — and neither is your horse.
- Connection, suppleness, half-halt sound like a foreign language.
- And somehow… you’re getting worse, not better.
You start to think:
“Maybe I should just give up…”
But don’t.
It’s not your fault.
No one is born knowing how to ride.
Most riders were never taught a clear, step-by-step system.
Does This Sound Familiar?
- You’re bouncing in the saddle.
- You’re riding circle after circle… nothing changes.
- Your horse’s head is straight up in the air.
- You’re pulling on the reins and squeezing with your legs.
- You’re not having fun — and neither is your horse.
- Connection, suppleness, half-halt sound like a foreign language.
- And somehow… you’re getting worse, not better.
You start to think:
“Maybe I should just give up…”
But don’t.
It’s not your fault.
No one is born knowing how to ride.
Most riders were never taught a clear, step-by-step system.
Here's the Truth:
I’ve taught thousands of riders — beginners, jumpers, western riders, and returning adults — who felt exactly like you:
❌ Frustrated and confused.
❌ Scared and overwhelmed.
❌ Self-conscious and insecure.
Because no one ever taught them (or their horse) the simple principles of Dressage.
✅ The system that makes everything click.
✅ That makes you confident in your actions.
✅ That builds partnership and trust with your horse.
Introducing
30 Days to Dressage:
Foundations with Amelia
This isn’t just another online course. It’s a 30-day kickstart program — with personal support, clear feedback, and guidance every step of the way.
By the end of this course, you will have a solid foundation and a clear path forward.
Here’s how 30 DAYS TO DRESSAGE Works:
- Step 1: Assess
Complete the initial assessment and receive your personalized training roadmap
- Step 2: Practice
Establish the correct basics with simple step-by-step exercises selected specifically for you and your horse.
- Step 3: Ask
With LIVE trainings and Q&A sessions, my team and I will answer all your questions - so you won’t be alone.
- Step 4: Transform
Experience lightness, harmony, and confidence. Complete your final project and showcase what you’ve learned.
30 Days from now, you will have a clear start and be ready to call yourself a Dressage rider!
Not Everything You Hear About Dressage is True…
- You don’t need a fancy warmblood or a Dressage saddle.
- You’re not “too old” to start — many of my students ride confidently well into their 80s.
- You don’t need to kick and pull to make your horse “round.”
- You don’t need to be perfect — Dressage is about progress, not perfection.
- You don’t need daily lessons or advanced tech. If you can read this, you can learn online!
Foundations with Amelia
Overwhelmed to Confident
ABOUT YOUR COACH
Hi! I’m Amelia Newcomb
Hi, I’m Amelia Newcomb – Grand Prix rider, trainer, and educator.
I started out just like you: frustrated, confused, and trying to make sense of words like “round” and “half-halt.”
At 14, I had a talented young warmblood named Geronimo, but within a few weeks, we started rearing.
I was scared, heartbroken, and blamed myself — because I was missing the system that builds trust and understanding. I’d ruined my dream horse, and it was completely my fault. I was scared. I had no plan. No system. I had no idea how to train my horse and I was trying to force him “round” with kick and pull methods.
I’d failed to teach him the correct basics, and skipped many, many steps.
Under the guidance of great teachers, I started over.
I learned what truly matters — a compassionate step-by-step training system that builds clarity and connection.
Geronimo transformed.
He softened, trusted me again, and went on to compete at the highest levels of Dressage.
Now, after training after training several horses from green to Grand Prix and teaching 10,000+ riders, I’ve distilled what I’ve learned into this course — the system that will transform your riding too.
Let’s work together to make this happen for you,
Amelia
30 DAYS TO DRESSAGE: Foundations with Amelia
Dressage 101:
Learn the Language of Dressage
- What is Dressage?
- How do you get started?
- What are the levels and movements?
- How are the tests scored?
Step-by-Step Exercises
- Groundwork for Dressage
- The Independent Seat
- The Aids
- Riding Exercise
Success Blueprint: Assessment + Individual Training Plan
Complete your initial assessment, and Amelia will review your response and send you a personalized training plan. You will know exactly what to focus on and where to begin.
Coaching and Support
- Weekly LIVE trainings
- Q&A Sessions
- Quizzes and Check-ins
- Progress tracking
- Training Plans
This course IS for you if:
- You want to build a solid foundation.
- You’re switching from another discipline.
- You’re starting with a new horse.
- You’re stuck, tense, or not making progress.
- You’re returning to riding after a long break.
This course IS NOT for you if:
- Your horse is unsafe to handle or ride.
- You’re unwilling to practice consistently.
- You don’t want to work on the basics.
- You only care about winning blue ribbons.
- You don't care about the theory or the why.
Introducing…
The New Way to Learn Dressage
- Forget the trainer yelling at you from the sidelines.
- Forget the old “kick and pull” methods.
- Forget feeling lost and judged every single ride.
30 DAYS TO DRESSAGE is a step-by-step coaching system where you and your horse grow together.
Whether you’re new to Dressage, coming back after time away, or switching from another discipline — we’ll meet you where you are and guide you to where you want to go.
It’s about that moment when your horse listens to your seat, softens in your hand, and you move together — becoming one.
Learn the four
pillars of dressage
The Independent Seat
Find your balance and move with your horse’s gaits.
The Aids
Learn how and when to use your legs, and reins to turn, stop, and communicate with your horse.
Groundwork for Dressage
Establish trust and communication before you put your foot in the stirrup.
Riding Exercises
Simple, easy patterns and figures to begin in Dressage.
By the End of this course, you'll have:
✔️ Confidence in the saddle.
✔️ Clarity in your training.
✔️ A responsive, willing horse.
✔️ A solid foundation for everything to come.
🌟 Can This Work for You?
Absolutely. It’s worked for thousands of riders.
It’s about that moment when your horse listens to your seat, softens in your hand, and you move together — becoming one.
That’s Dressage.
That’s Connection.
That is what we will build together.
Learn the four
pillars of dressage
Groundwork for Dressage
Establish trust and communication before you put your foot in the stirrup.
The Independent Seat
Find your balance and move with your horse’s gaits.
The Aids
Learn how and when to use your legs, and reins to turn, stop, and communicate with your horse.
Riding Exercises
Simple, easy patterns and figures to begin in Dressage.
By the End of this course, you'll have:
✔️ Confidence in the saddle.
✔️ Clarity in your training.
✔️ A responsive, willing horse.
✔️ A solid foundation for everything to come.
🌟 Can This Work for You?
Absolutely. It’s worked for thousands of riders.
It’s about that moment when your horse listens to your seat, softens in your hand, and you move together — becoming one.
That’s Dressage.
That’s Connection.
That is what we will build together.
Learn the four
pillars of dressage
Groundwork for Dressage
Establish trust and communication before you put your foot in the stirrup.
The Independent Seat
Find your balance and move with your horse’s gaits.
The Aids
Learn how and when to use your legs, and reins to turn, stop, and communicate with your horse.
Riding Exercises
Simple, easy patterns and figures to begin in Dressage.
By the End of this course, you'll have:
✔️ Confidence in the saddle.
✔️ Clarity in your training.
✔️ A responsive, willing horse.
✔️ A solid foundation for everything to come.
🌟 Can This Work for You?
Absolutely. It’s worked for thousands of riders.
Because it’s not about talent —
it’s about a system that works.
Yes - and here’s why it works better than you think.…
- You’re not multitasking while trying to ride — you’re focused on learning in your home.
- You study visuals that show correct and incorrect examples.
- You're learning systems, frameworks, and theory to see exactly how you're riding and what to fix.
- You have lifetime access and can revisit lessons anytime — for as long as you ride.
I’ve helped over 348,000+ YouTube Members and over 10,941+ students …
💬 Real Riders, Real Results
Gained Confidence She Didn’t Know She Had
“Before this challenge, I avoided the canter because it made me so nervous. But Amelia’s step-by-step approach gave me the tools and the confidence I needed. Now, I actually look forward to asking for canter.”
A Transformation You Can See
“I was so shy about taking an ‘online’ program that I didn’t tell anyone at the barn I was participating… but people keep asking me if I’m having secret lessons because they’re seeing a change in my riding!”
From Tension to Trust
“In just 30 days, my horse has gone from nervous and uptight to relaxed, supple, and balanced. The exercises gave us a clear path — I’m finally riding the canter with confidence.”
Your horse will appreciate you more!
“Amelia’s content is well organized, thorough, clear and easy to follow! I can’t complete and practice all of her programs fast enough!! I HIGHLY recommend her training to supplement work you might be doing with a trainer, or to provide struture to your own riding and to learn more without the assistance of another trainer. Either way, you will be a better rider and your horse will appreciate you more!”
Made a huge difference for me and my horses
“As an adult returning to riding after many years away, I feel so fortunate to have found Amelia and her wonderful team! The weatlth of content and the community they have createed has made a huge difference for me any horses.”
Online Training Really Works
“Amelia’s instruction has helped me so much in my riding. I love learning about horses and she has a talent for explaining things in a very simple way that is easy to follow, and also explaining the theory behind training horses. I was skeptical that I could actually learn online, but Amelia’s system works of you stick with it!”
You're backed by a 15-day money back guarantee!
I believe that I can truly help you with your riding.
That’s why this course comes with a 100% 15-day money-back guarantee.
If you don’t feel a difference in your understanding, your confidence, or your connection with your horse, I’ll refund you in full.
No risk. No regrets.
🐴 Let’s make this easier for you and your horse
I’ve spent decades — and thousands of hours in the saddle — refining what works.
Dressage Foundations has everything, simplified into one clear system.
The only thing left? Take action.
The Choice Is Yours
Tomorrow, you can walk into the barn and say,
“I did something today that will make us both better.”
Or you can keep doing what you’ve always done — hoping for change while losing more time with your horse.
The worst-case scenario? You get your money back.
The best-case? You and your horse start to truly dance.
So — will you take the smart path to clarity, connection, and confidence?
So… Any Questions? We have the Answers!
As soon as you purchase, you get lifetime access and can get started!
The program ‘officially’ starts on March 1st 2026.
The support calls and sessions officially end on March 31st, with a final graduation/celebration LIVE call on April 2nd, 2026, at 5pm PT.
You will have lifetime access to the material! While the program itself and the live feedback is only during the course period (ending March 31st, 2026). You will always have access to the material to keep working away at it!
This program is designed to be used for horses of any age, breed, or discipline, though you may find a horse recently started under saddle may benefit from more of the groundwork components in the course.
The entire program is designed to be completed either with or without a horse. That being said, you will see a bigger transformation in yourself if you are consistent with your education and practice. If you only study/participate in the program 1-2 hours a week, you will still see results by joining the program. But the more you work with your horse, the more progress you’ll see. We recommend 4-5 times a week. Remember it’s 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.
That’s ok! You can still get a lot of benefit from the program even if you’re not riding at the moment. There is so much you can learn and do from your computer and on the ground. That way, when you’re back in the saddle, you have a more solid foundation.
Not a problem at all! This can be just a program for you. You can still see progress without getting feedback (though I would love for you to take advantage of having access to me and my expertise to help accelerate your progress).
This course is designed specifically for riders at the beginning of their journey. Whether that’s the beginning of their riding career, the re-start after years away, the beginning of spring, or just getting started with dressage from another discipline. All riders deserve a solid foundation, and every horse deserves a confident rider.
That’s great! This program is designed for YOU! I specifically designed it for riders who are at the beginning of their journey. They are either newer to riding, getting back into riding after years away, starting back after the winter, or trying out dressage from a different discipline.
You should still join! You’ll very rarely (if ever) ‘have time’. Life is busy, and if you don’t make a commitment to make time for your own learning and education, you’ll always struggle to make progress. But you can do ANYTHING for 30 days, and I have many students tell me that my 30-day programs allowed them to find more time in their schedules and were able to continue their learning well past the program period.
In addition, this program is chock-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 (March 31st, 2026), you get access to myself and my team to ask questions, get advice, additional lectures, support sessions, review videos in the Facebook group, and more!
The entire course is designed so that you don’t NEED access to a horse to be able to learn and participate. That being said, access to a horse at least once a week will help you put some of the skills into practice, even if you aren’t riding every day.
- A sound and healthy horse
- ASTM-approved riding helmet
- Bridle with two reins
- Optional: Snaffle bit (bitless options are also acceptable), side reins, rope halter, flag
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 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.
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.
This program is a great add-on to Strides and gives a great base of education. And as a Strides with Amelia member, you get 50% off your enrollment in this course!
To be honest, I don’t know yet! Right now, I don’t have another start date in the calendar.
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