These sessions are recordings from Amelia's LIVE Q&A sessions on Facebook. We cover a variety of Dressage topics - from basic Dressage concepts up to more advanced exercises. "As a dressage trainer, my goal is to make good training accessible to everyone who is interested in learning. I want to help YOU learn to love your ride!" ~ Amelia Amelia Newcomb Dressage works to develop a trusting and confident relationship between horse and rider. Using elements from both natural horsemanship and cl ...
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Explore the world of classical dressage, rossfechten (mounted combat) and jousting through interviews, educational content and more. Hear from academics, horse trainers, HEMAists, and more as Liz explores both modern and historical interpretations of how to ride and fight on horseback.
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Pony Pros is a natural horsemanship and positive reinforcement riding school for kids and kids at heart. Located in Bend, Oregon, Pony Pros offers programs on-site as well as clinics nationally and internationally. Our curriculum includes liberty, trick training, hunter/jumpers, Classical Dressage, Working Equitation, Cowboy Dressage, Pony Club, trick riding, Roman Riding, and equestrian vaulting. Check us out on Outschool.com for live, online classes with Kali Kiger!
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The Equine Radio Network is your source for information on the Equine Industry. We explore all breeds and disciplines from the show horse to the trail horse. Come and join us and be in the know!
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In TALKING ABOUT HORSES, Patrick brings you some of the best riders, horsemen, trainers, equine advocates, and thought leaders in the horse industry for tips, insights, and stories. These broadcasts are first presented LIVE through Facebook. You can listen at home, at work, in the car, or in the saddle either thru Facebook, YouTube, or by downloading the podcast from iTunes. What do we talk about? Horsemanship, dressage, competition, rider problems, nutrition, news in the industry, horse tra ...
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We are here to go deep with extraordinary horse people who live their lives making the world a better place for horses. Our weekly interviews will entertain and engage as well as educate horse owners who are always learning and want to know more about these incredible creatures. To follow us on social media you will find us on Facebook @EdenRiverEquestrian on Instagram @edenriverequestrian Our website is www.edenriverequestrian.com
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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…
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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 …
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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 w…
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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 tra…
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António Oliveira, also known as Anton Stark is a PhD student at the University of Coimbra, where he is studying late medieval Portuguese arms and armour. He’s a working on a project titled ‘The Harness in Portugal: 1370-1495’ and recently presented a part of his work on jousting in Lisbon at the International Medieval Congress in Leeds. In this epi…
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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. …
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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 exercis…
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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!…
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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 hors…
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Starting a horse the Ruffian way with Anastasija Ropa, PhD
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Anastasija Ropa, PhD is lead researcher at the Department of Sports Management and Communication Studies of the Latvian Academy of Sport Education. She is co-editor of the Rewriting Equestrian History series of books and Cheiron, The International Journal of Equine and Equestrian History, as well as a lifelong equestrian. In this podcast episode, y…
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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 Bootc…
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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…
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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 l…
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Jordanus Ruffus and Mamluk Lancework with Jennifer Jobst, PhD
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On our third episode of the Schola Equestris, the podcast for mounted combat and historical horsemanship, we interview Jennifer Jobst, PhD: Jennifer Jobst is an independent scholar with a PhD in Information Sciences and a long-standing interest in horse training techniques of the pre-modern era, as well as their practical application and relationsh…
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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 …
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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 …
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Medieval horse nutrition and the Iberian horse in England with Mike Canfor
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Mike Canfor is an English independent historian, jouster and mounted combat instructor with a particular love for Lusitano and Murgese horses. His research has focused on several areas of equine history including diet and nutrition, horse importation to England and horse training in the medieval and renaissance periods. Join me as we learn about hi…
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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 …
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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 o…
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15th Century Cavalry Tactics and Historical Dressage with Arne Koets
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Join me on an interview with Arne Koets, historical dressage and mounted combat instructor. We discuss the intricacies of jousting and mounted combat as well as late medieval cavalry tactics. His experience leading fully-armored men-at-arms in the German countryside during the Feldlager wargame provides a unique perspective on the logistics require…
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Amelia, Germán and JoElyn LIVE from the Horse Show!
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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…
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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 chan…
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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…
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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…
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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/…
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Are you interested in mounted combat, jousting, or historical riding? Find out what we're planning on the Schola Equestris podcast in the coming months, who our first guest will be, and what this whole "Horsey HEMA" thing is about in this short mini-episode introducing the podcast and your host, Liz Scott.…
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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…
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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 …
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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 answ…
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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 Ride…
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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 u…
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Pirouettes Made Simple | Webinar Replay!
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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 pirouettes And more! Hurry! This recording will only be available for a limited time…
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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 …
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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 Euro…
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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 mor…
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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 th…
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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/…
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Dressage with Amelia January 18th Episode
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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/By Amelia Newcomb
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Dressage with Amelia January 11th Episode
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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.By Amelia Newcomb
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⏰ Limited Enrollment - join Strides Before Sunday⏰ https://amelianewcombdressage.com/strides Goal setting worksheet: https://amelianewcombdressage.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/2024-Riding-Goals-Worksheet-Colour-Fillable.pdfBy Amelia Newcomb
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Dressage with Amelia December 28th Episode
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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/By Amelia Newcomb
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Dressage with Amelia December 21st Episode
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Tune in and hear Amelia and German answer audience questions, talk about a recent horse show, and how they are enjoying the winter season.By Amelia Newcomb
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Dressage with Amelia December 7th Episode
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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/…
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Dressage with Amelia November 30th Episode
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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.By Amelia Newcomb
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Dressage with Amelia November 16th Episode
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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 …
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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/By Amelia Newcomb
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Dressage with Amelia November 9th Episode
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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/By Amelia Newcomb
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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.By Amelia Newcomb
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Dressage with Amelia October 19th Episode
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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?…
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Dressage with Amelia October 12th Episode
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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…
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