Author: Tom Locke
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Contact – what exactly is it?
Are you using “too much contact”? The chances are that you are, most riders do, and without good reason.
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Riding Coaches
On Riding Instructors, Experience, and True Horsemanship Riding instructors come in all shapes, sizes, and backgrounds. Like in any sport, most of us don’t start with elite-level coaches—we begin with whoever is accessible and work our way up. I’ve been fortunate in my horsemanship journey to travel and learn from some truly world-class trainers, as…
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Feel – what exactly is it?
What Is “Feel” in Horsemanship? “Feel” is a word often tossed around in equestrian conversations, yet its meaning remains frustratingly elusive. It’s one of those concepts that many try to define—but few manage to capture fully. It’s not something you can put in a box, or explain in a neat, step-by-step manual. Feel must be…