seat

All riders should aim for effective communication with their horse. With the use of your seat, legs, and hands, you can convey various signals. The rider can control, absorb, or follow the movement of their horse with their seat. Unfortunately, this concept can be confusing to beginner riders. Follow along! How to Use Your Seat...

Improve your riding seat by putting yourself in a better position. You’ll be able to apply your aids more easily when you are balanced in the saddle. In the long run, you’ll help protect your horse’s back when you learn to distribute your weight correctly. Follow these five exercises if you want to improve how...

A rider must do much more than just look good on a horse. The correct riding position can encourage your horse to move to the best of his ability. Every shift of your seat, hands, and legs can be an influence. Learning the correct posture for your body can greatly improve your time in the...

PC: Katherine Mustafa Photography A lazy horse can be extremely frustrating to a rider that wants to get up and go. Sure they have their benefits, but you squeezing them every stride isn’t one. The process will require retraining your horse to become more sensitive to your leg and seat aids. This can take anywhere from...

Buying the right saddle can be difficult as there are so many options. Western riders have their choices of different seat materials, colors, types, and tooling designs. The possibilities are endless it might seem! It’s important to be comfortable while riding in your new saddle. That’s why many people struggle when deciding between a suede...