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Deirdre Sabo
Oct 11 min
Did you Know?
Did you know that Deirdre does complete online equestrian fitness and nutrition training? Did you know that you could have her in your...
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Deirdre Sabo
Oct 12 min
Transitions, Transitions, Transitions
In dressage, transitions play a critical role in training the horse for engagement and activity. A well-executed transition is a...
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Deirdre Sabo
Sep 244 min
Navigating Sticky Situations on Horseback: Strategies for Success
Every equestrian knows that riding can sometimes lead to unexpected and sticky situations.
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Deirdre Sabo
Sep 173 min
The Art of Longeing a Young Horse: Building Focus and Connection
Longing a young horse is an essential skill for any equestrian, providing a foundation for communication, trust, and partnership.
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Deirdre Sabo
Sep 103 min
The Core Connection: How Your Core and Pelvis Control the Tempo of a Dressage Horse
n the world of dressage, the relationship between rider and horse is a delicate dance of communication, balance, and control.
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Deirdre Sabo
Sep 33 min
The Power of Repetition in Dressage: Building Muscle Memory for Horse and Rider
Repetition is a foundational element in the world of dressage, serving as the key to unlocking precision, harmony, and partnership between..
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Deirdre Sabo
Aug 273 min
Mastering the Leg Yield in Dressage: Understanding the Proper Aids
The leg yield is a fundamental movement in dressage that serves as an excellent exercise for developing the horse's suppleness.
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Deirdre Sabo
Aug 203 min
The Importance of Thinking About Piaffe at Training Level
As a dressage rider, it's easy to get caught up in the excitement of upper-level movements like the piaffe, especially as you work your way
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Deirdre Sabo
Aug 173 min
The Importance of Resting your Horse
Why the 48 rest method is what your horse needs.
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Deirdre Sabo
Aug 172 min
Book Release- Ride with Confidence: Positive Affirmations for Equestrians
Book release of "Ride with Confidence: Positive Affirmations for Equestrians."
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Deirdre Sabo
Aug 144 min
The Power of Mindfulness in Dressage
Mindfulness is a powerful concept that has gained significant traction in recent years, particularly within the equestrian community. At...
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Deirdre Sabo
Aug 102 min
The "Sitting" Trot
The “Sitting” Position Mastering the art of sitting a horse in dressage requires more than just sitting in the saddle. It demands a deep...
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Deirdre Sabo
Jul 16, 20233 min
All you need is 20-Meters
Your instructor has had you on the 20-meter circle for the 12 millionth time and you wonder if you will ever see a straight line again. ...
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Deirdre Sabo
Jul 16, 20232 min
Learning to Learn
We have all been there. The instructor is jumping all over our case and we start thinking "can I do any of it right?"
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Deirdre Sabo
May 5, 20234 min
Set Goals: The Rest Will Follow
This post is a pretty personal one, but one that I was willing to be vulnerable for because it is just not talked about enough. We all...
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Deirdre Sabo
May 1, 20231 min
Show Day Routine
What is your show day routine? Your ride in the show ring has so much more to do with the structure and routine around the ride than...
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Deirdre Sabo
Apr 21, 20232 min
Positive and Negative Reinforcements
Just as ying needs a yang. Positive reinforcement needs negative reinforcement, but it is not what you think. The Ying Yang is a Chinese...
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Deirdre Sabo
Apr 10, 20233 min
The Test
What is a dressage "test"? The word "test" inspires fear into so many people, but lets look at the true meaning of testing. A test is...
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Deirdre Sabo
Apr 2, 20235 min
It is not just about riding the horse
This sport of dressage is a never ending journey of figuring out how to better the horse's balance, strength, and comfort in the work. ...
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