Dressage with Amelia

• Suppleness & Throughness Q&A

  In this week’s Q and A we focused on creating real suppleness and throughness in your horse. We also talked about gratitude month and shared a few updates from around the barn.What we covered:Turn on the forehandThis simple exercise is one of the best ways to unlock the inside hind leg and soften the ribs. You can start from the ground or under saddle. It improves control, helps refocus a distracted horse, and prepares the body for leg yields and shoulder in.Suppleness from groundwork and circle workFor horses that struggle to bend, begin with bending on the ground, then add spirals and circles. Long backed horses especially benefit from this combination.Rider position mattersOnly a balanced rider can give correct aids. When you are centered and soft, your horse can move with more relaxation and swing.Takeaways from the Cark Hester masterclassWe also shared some of our favourite insights from Carl Hester's master class that I attended last weekend. He had powerful thoughts on balance, stretching, straightness, and how he uses simple exercises to create real change.Coming upTo celebrate Thanksgiving, we have Grateful Week coming up with daily live sessions, a Black Friday webinar on the independent seat, and a special Thanksgiving announcement that I cannot wait to share with you.Thank you for joining us and for the work you put into improving yourself and your horse. Suppleness comes from patient, thoughtful communication and steady practice.Happy ridingAmeliaPS. Check out the Inside Leg to Outside Rein Workshop here.

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• Confidence in the Saddle Q&A

  This week’s Thursday Live was all about building confidence, on the ground and in the saddle.Germán and I dove into one of the most important (and challenging!) parts of riding: staying calm, clear, and confident, even when things go wrong. From groundwork foundations to recovering after a fall, we shared stories, tips, and personal lessons that every rider can relate to.We also talked about:The importance of groundwork and how it helps your horse relax and trust youWhy your horse’s frame of body reflects their frame of mind (thank you, Chris Irwin!)Our Groundwork Essentials course, and why it’s such a game-changer for connection and confidenceOur upcoming trip to the Carl Hester Masterclass (stay tuned for next week’s takeaways!)A behind-the-scenes story about how groundwork actually brought us togetherClinic reflections with Albrecht and some breakthroughs with both our horsesWe also answered your live Q&A questions, including:How to keep your horse active without constant naggingWhat to do after your horse (or you) has had a scary fallHow to rebuild trust and confidence through small, consistent winsUnderstanding whether your horse is “hot” or “laid back”, and how to adapt your approachOne of our favorite reminders from this chat:“You want to be the thermostat, not the thermometer.”Confidence doesn’t come from pretending you’re not afraid, it comes from time, miles, and layering positive experiences until both you and your horse start to trust again.Happy Riding,AmeliaPS. Groundwork Essentials is $100 off this week. You’ll get step-by-step videos, problem-solving lessons, and video feedback sessions to help you build calm, confidence, and connection from the ground up.

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• Groundwork Webinar: Establish Trust & Communication with Your Horse

  This webinar recording is only available till 11.59pm PT on Wednesday Nov 5th!Check out Groundwork Essentials here and get $100 off if you sign up before Sunday Nov 9th.

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• Celebrate the 30 Days to Round Winners With Us

  This week’s live session was one of our favorites of the year, celebrating the incredible riders, horses, and transformations from the 30 Days to Round Challenge! 🎉We announced the winners, shared your stories, and reflected on how much progress can happen in just 30 days when you focus on connection, consistency, and kindness. From nervous rides to lightbulb breakthroughs, every participant reminded us what “Dressage for All” truly means.It started as a crazy idea, could riders really make meaningful progress online in just a month? Turns out, yes. With step-by-step guidance, the results have been amazing year after year.Congratulations to our Trotter Trophy and Canter Cup winners, plus all the honorable mentions who showed beautiful community spirit and dedication throughout the challenge. You will have to watch to find out who they are!We talked about how riding’s highs and lows are universal, and how the Strides and 30 Days to Round community makes it easier to stay positive and keep learning. Riders supported each other with kindness and encouragement.Whether your win this month was a rounder horse, a softer feel, or just showing up for every ride, we’re proud of you. This community proves that Dressage for All isn’t just a motto, it’s something we live every day.Congratulations to every rider and every horse, you make this journey so special and I couldn't be more proud of you!Happy riding,AmeliaPS. Don't forget to RSVP for the free Groundwork Webinar, Sunday November 2nd at 12noon PT.

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• Introducing Lateral Work Q&A

  This week’s live was a solo session, Germán was off at a hockey game, so it was just me chatting about introducing lateral work and sharing a few exciting updates from the barn and beyond.HighlightsClinic reflections: I taught a clinic in Bakersfield last week at a therapeutic riding center, such a great reminder of how incredible horses are as teachers and partners.The new Mick series: Our Behind the Scenes with Mick YouTube series launched last weekend! It’s a real look at the ups, downs, and daily work behind bringing a horse up the levels.30 Days to Round: Final videos are due this weekend! We’ll announce the $10,000 prize winners next Thursday!Strides focus: This month’s theme is soft, steady hands. Remember Isabelle Werth’s advice — “ride with weak hands.” Less hand, more leg and seat.World Cup 2026: We’re planning a live, in-person event in Fort Worth with panels and rider training sessions. Stay tuned for RSVP info.Introducing Lateral WorkWe broke down the aids step by stepfor leg yield, shoulder in, and haunches in. Remember to always start with a forward, round horse! Add leg yields at the walk if needed to build suppleness and connection. No mirrors? Try head-to-the-wall leg yields for easy feedback.Quick tipsStrengthen obliques and glutes (side planks help!) to avoid collapsing at the waist.If something falls apart, go back to rhythm, balance, and forward, always think about these basics!Happy Riding,AmeliaPS. Download my Free Ground Manner PDF right here!

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