Education
February 10, 2025
Ask a Trainer: Conquering Trailering Issues
Professional Lauren Burke shares her whole-horse approach to making trailer loading and hauling a smooth, stress-free process.…
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January 4, 2024
Ask a Trainer: Balancing the Jumper On Landing
Rosie Napravnik shares some advice for the horse who “scoots” after a long spot or a dropped rail.…
January 4, 2024
Ask a Trainer: Going For a Gallop
Jockey turned OTTB trainer Alice Beckman shares advice for asking for an open gallop outside of the arena.…
January 4, 2024
Ask a Trainer: Asking for the Lead Change
Alice Beckman draws on racing knowledge to explain how to cue for a lead change.…
July 8, 2026
When a Rider Realizes They Are Asking For An Incorrect Distance or None At All, What Should They Do?
Finding the perfect distance doesn’t happen every time. In this Trainer Tuesday, experienced trainers share their best advice for staying balanced, supporting the horse, and recovering confidently when a jump doesn’t come up as planned.…
May 8, 2026
Ask a Trainer: Busy Mouths
Kristina Aaron shares advice for helping settle horses with “busy mouths” under saddle using mental stimulation and practical training tips…
January 4, 2024
Ask a Trainer: Developing the Sloppy Jumper
Rosie Napravnik shares some advice for the sloppy horse over low fences.…
September 8, 2025
Ask a Trainer: Introducing Turnout
Bridget Heasley answers: “How do I safely introduce turnout to a recently-retired racehorse?”…
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