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A person in riding gear is riding a white horse in a sandy arena. Text on the right says, How to ask for balanced canter transitions correctly, in white and aqua letters on a navy background.

The Key to Smooth, Balanced Canter Transitions

Does this sound familiar? You’re trotting along, and everything is going well…until you ask for canter! Your body tenses, you tip forward, and the transition is rushed, unbalanced—maybe your horse even picks up the…
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Dressage Trainers: How to Choose the Right Trainer

Dressage Trainers: How to Choose the Right Trainer for You and Your Horse

Finding the right dressage trainer is essential for your horse’s growth and your partnership together.  If you are searching for a dressage trainer, you are likely looking for guidance, support, and a clear path…
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How Equestrians Use Dressage to Improve

Equestrianism and Dressage: How They Combine to Improve Every Rider and Horse

If you’re interested in becoming an equestrian and riding dressage, you are likely trying to understand how dressage fits into the bigger picture of riding and how it can actually help you and your…
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A smiling equestrian in riding gear demonstrates posture while sitting on a brown horse. Text reads, Sit the canter and stay balanced. A teal circle highlights the rider's pelvis area for effective canter riding.

How to Sit the Canter and Stay Balanced

Does your canter feel bouncy, disconnected, or a little out of control? Maybe your seat comes out of the saddle, your upper body tips forward, and instead of feeling smooth and flowing, the canter…
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Three photos: medalists stand atop the podium; a large arena scoreboard displays detailed dressage scores; and Amelia Newcomb, attired in professional dressage apparel, performs an expressive extended trot on a bay horse with correct impulsion and engagement. A bold “Behind the Scenes World Cup 2026” graphic overlay appears in bright orange text—these highlights showcase pivotal moments from the event.

World Cup 2026 Recap & Highlights

What an unforgettable weekend. My team and I just returned from the World Cup — buzzing with inspiration, new ideas, and a renewed love for this sport. Whether you were there with us in…
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A woman confidently riding a brown horse at a canter in an outdoor arena. Large text reads: How to Canter With Confidence—sit the canter with ease! A beginners guide to horseback riding. Arrolo Equestrian Program logo in the top right corner.

How to Sit the Canter: A Beginners Guide

Last Updated: 4/23/2026 If cantering feels fast, powerful, and even a little intimidating, you are definitely not alone. For so many riders, the canter is the gait where everything suddenly falls apart. You may…
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A smiling student in casual riding attire stands alongside Brandy, a dark bay horse, within an indoor arena. The image is adorned with pink and red heart graphics, lending a warm and supportive ambiance.

Get to know Strides member Barb

Strides Member of the Month for April! Each month, we will be profiling one of our Strides Student Members, so everyone can get to know each other a little! This month, let’s get to…
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A person wearing a helmet and patterned shirt rides a white horse with black tack and leg wraps in an outdoor arena, surrounded by trees and a fence, during dressage lessons.

Dressage Lessons: What to Expect and How to Make Every Lesson Count

Dressage is hard and lessons are the best way to improve your riding quickly, but it is important that you understand what makes a good lesson and how to make the most of each…
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A rider in a helmet and boots cantering on a white horse in an outdoor arena. Text reads: 1, 2, 3, CANTER! Master perfect canter transitions with these three simple horse training steps!.

Three Simple Steps to Perfect Canter Transitions

Last Updated: 5/7/2026 Do you ever feel like your canter transitions are messy, rushed, or just not quite right? Maybe your horse picks up the wrong lead, feels unbalanced, or falls onto the forehand—and…
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