Season 3, episode 3 Welcome to the March edition of the Dressage Today podcast sponsored by ADM. In this episode, Aviva shares her exciting news about being selected to represent the United States in dressage at the 2022 Maccabi Games in Israel. She also answers a question about what the judge sees, or doesn’t see, prior to the rider entering the ring. The feature is a great interview with successful Grand Prix competitor and trainer Jessica Jo “JJ” Tate. JJ Tate began to take her place among the country’s riding elite early, making her FEI debut at just 16 years old. Earning numerous nation ..read more

Boulder, Colorado - March 21, 2022 - Horsemanship and performance coach Chelsea Canedy is the latest to join the long list of top dressage riders, trainers and professionals on Dressage Today OnDemand. Currently based in Wales, Maine, Canedy brings a unique approach to training the equine and human athlete through a foundational understanding of horse and rider psychology and performance. As an accomplished rider with a vast knowledge of horse behavior and natural horsemanship, Canedy is able to identify and develop the potential in a horse with empathy, patience and understanding. Her philoso ..read more

Top international Grand Prix dressage rider and trainer Shannon Dueck helps a rider establish and ride a forward tempo. In the first part of this two-part series, Shannon helps a rider focus on establishing a consistent forward tempo with her mare. She explains that the tempo and the hind leg are important before trying to have the horse on the bit. They also canter right away to help establish the forward feeling. Once the mare is forward, they can focus on getting her to soften and Shannon demonstrates how the hands and arms help create the suppleness. DT On Demand members can watch the ful ..read more

Two horse and rider combinations will be awarded round trip airfare to and from The Event at Rebecca Farm. In 2021 the team from Ocala Horse Properties, led by Rob and Chris Desino, visited The Event at Rebecca Farm for the first time. In awe of the quality of the event, they felt that the entire eventing community, especially those on the East Coast of the United States, needed to make this event a part of their yearly competition plans. Inspired to take action, Ocala Horse Properties announced during the 2021 USEA Annual Meeting & Convention that they would step up to provide two grants ..read more

You can make a financial gift to those providing emergency relief and support, including veterinary organizations and the horses and animals they care for. As the devastation unfolds from the war in Ukraine, many in the equine and veterinary communities have asked how they can help. Through The Foundation for the Horse, the charitable arm of the American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP), you can make a financial gift to those providing emergency relief and support, including veterinary organizations and the horses and animals they care for. The Foundation will be donating all disast ..read more

Philesha Chandler went from winning “The Search for America’s Next Equestrian Star: Dressage” to establishing her own training business. Philesha Chandler has worked hard to get where she is today. From an 8-year-old girl in Kansas to a respected trainer and clinician based in Wellington, Florida, Chandler has broken barriers and become successful in the competitive dressage world. Practical Horseman: Who were your mentors or people who have influenced you over the years?  Philesha Chandler is a successful teacher and trainer in Wellington, Florida. Courtesy, Shannon Packer Philesha Chand ..read more

FEI dressage rider and competitor Olivia Lagoy-Weltz helps a rider school shoulder-in and 10-meter circles. In the second part of this two-part video, they work on shoulder-in and 10-meter circles. While it’s easy to think about neck bend, it’s important to know where the withers are. They should be on the line of the circle. The outside aids need to bring the horse around the outside of the turn but doesn’t shove the horse over to the inside side. DT On Demand members can watch the full video by clicking here. If you are not a member, you can sign up for a 10-day free trial with subscription ..read more

FEI dressage rider and competitor Olivia Lagoy-Weltz helps a rider work on riding both sides of the horse. In the first part of this two part series, Olivia discusses how to get the horse to let go of her back and bring her hind legs through. The rider needs to see the pressure through to the response she wants from the horse. In the trot, the horse should feel really lined evenly between both reins and legs. DT OnDemand members can watch the full video by clicking here. If you are not a member, you can sign up for a 10-day free trial with subscription by going here: https://ondemand.dressage ..read more

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