Eventing

Eventing

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Eventing, an Olympic sport, is best described as an equestrian triathlon. The sport originated as a cavalry test and is comprised of three phases: dressage, cross-country, and show jumping. Eventing tests horse and rider pairs more completely than any other. Learn from the best eventing riders and trainers in the world. Search for your favorite coach or by training topic.

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Eventing
  • Trotting & Walking Fences, Two Star Horses & Riders - Part 1

    Episode 1

    Part 1: The riders jump around a course including a barrel, wall, oxers and skinnies in canter. William encourages one rider to keep her reins longer and jump in a relaxed contact, with good results. He works with another who tends to bring her hands too wide to create a better angle with her arm...

  • Trotting & Walking Fences, Two Star Horses & Riders - Part 2

    Episode 2

    Part 2: William introduces the idea of taking fences at lower gaits, and explains that his goal for the session is to have riders come to a fence, be able to wait and see what happens, and then react to it. By coming in walk and trot, riders have more time to practice waiting, rather than expecti...

  • Trotting & Walking Fences, Two Star Horses & Riders - Part 3

    Episode 3

    Part 3: William discusses the merits of riding into a fence with connection, versus on a looped rein. He explains that he feels horses should be able to jump with either initially, but as the questions get harder with tight turns and narrow fences, they will need to be able to move forward with m...

  • Trotting & Walking Fences, Two Star Horses & Riders - Part 4

    Episode 4

    Part 4: As they progress over the fences, the horses begin to take them seriously at the walk. William supports the riders in staying straight and getting comfortable not knowing exactly how each fence will go. He encourages them to keep a wide hand, and use this to funnel the horses straight to ...

  • Trotting & Walking Fences, Two Star Horses & Riders - Part 5

    Episode 5

    Part 5: William works with  rider whose horse is having issues knocking down the fence with the water tray. They discuss water trays in depth and William reminds the group to pick their battles. The horse in question does jump water trays well in competition, though he isn't relaxed over them. He...

  • Trotting & Walking Fences, Two Star Horses & Riders - Part 6

    Episode 6

    Part 6: The group picks up the pace and works around a course of fences in canter. William reminds them to ride forwards and be confident. He works with one rider to close her thumb on the reins, and reminds the whole group to keep their hands forward but sit back, this creates a more secure posi...

  • Trotting & Walking Fences, Two Star Horses & Riders - Part 7

    Episode 7

    Part 7: William notes that some of the riders get in a hurry at related distances which leads them to rushing the horse and breaking the rhythm. He encourages them to focus on riding on a more forward stride between fences, without sacrificing rhythm to achieve it. When on rider is throwing her h...

  • Trotting & Walking Fences, Two Star Horses & Riders - Part 8

    Episode 8

    Part 8: William discusses some of the riders bit choice. He notes that they seem to lose power every time they try to make an adjustment. He advises them that personally, he prefers the horse to have less bit, and let the horse feel just a little bit strong in the bridle in order to keep that pow...

  • Trotting & Walking Fences, Two Star Horses & Riders - Part 9

    Episode 9

    Part 9: William works with a rider who has a very free and forward position but tends to lose connection in the bridle. He encourages her to still move the horses feet but be behind her and supporting her in the bridle. As they gain confidence, the riders start to rush the turn and become overly ...

  • Trotting & Walking Fences, Two Star Horses & Riders - Part 10

    Episode 10

    Part 10: The riders feed back on the session and what they've gained from walking and trotting the fences. William explains that it's a good way to practice jumping without jumping big all the time, and that it adds variety for the horses.

  • Trotting & Walking Fences - Part 1

    Episode 11

    Part 1: The riders begin with trotting fences while Will explains the usefulness of approaching and taking off for a fence in a lower gait, as well as the benefits of trotting around an entire course. The riders progress to working at a walk. Downed fences and difficulties offer a fantastic learn...

  • Trotting & Walking Fences - Part 2

    Episode 12

    Part 2: Will invites the rider to tackle a course at varied gaits, including walk and trot, with some gymnastics. This exercise offers a valuable tool for viewers to take to their own arena. Will's expert guidance illustrates common pit falls. Obvious improvement is made by horse and rider in jus...

  • Transitions For Jumping | Matt Brown | TRAILER 01

    Episode 13

    Trailer for Matt Brown's Transitions For jumping session. Top event rider and coach, Matt Brown gives a lesson focused on working with transitions to improve the horse and riders jumping. He uses ground poles, V poles, and a series of jumps to support rider as he offers feedback to help this indi...

  • Transitions For Jumping | Matt Brown | PART 01

    Episode 14

    Part 1: Matt asks the rider to warm up, focusing on steady gait and rhythm rather than frame. He prompts her to keep her elbows following the motion of the neck and work on maintaining the connection. They uses transitions to create focus when the horse gets distracted. When the mare gets fussy, ...

  • Transitions For Jumping | Matt Brown | PART 02

    Episode 15

    Part 2: Matt sets up some ground poles and reminds the rider that her job is to put her mare on the line, maintain the rhythm, allow with her hand without losing the connection and let the horse work out her feet. They work in the canter to go forward without getting strung out, then be able to c...

  • Transitions For Jumping | Matt Brown | PART 03

    Episode 16

    Part 3: As they begin to jump, the mare is fussy in the bridle. Matt explains that it's okay to hold the bit more firmly and give her a consistent place to be in the contact by using the hand, as long as the elbows are not restricting the movement of the neck. He reminds the rider that the horse ...

  • Trailer -Jumping Fundamentals

    Episode 17

    Trailer for William Micklem's two-part Jumping Fundamentals Session. Highly regarded international coach, breeder and speaker William Micklem puts his spin on the fundamentals of a successful jump. With years of knowledge garnered around the globe, William's perspective is unique and his instruct...

  • Trailer -Daily Tuning For The Event Horse

    Episode 18

    Trailer for accomplished equestrian and ICP Level 4 certified instructor, Tamie Smith, as she brings over 25 years of experience to her series on  'Daily Tuning For The Event Horse.' Viewers join Tamie as she rides through an example of her own daily tuning sessions. Learn in real-time as Tamie d...

  • Stadium Jumping | Jimmy Wofford | TRAILER 02

    Episode 19

    Trailer for international competitor, trainer and coach, Jimmy Wofford's Stadium Jumping Clinic. Join Jimmy as he delivers a session focused on improving the horses jump and encouraging the riders to think while in the saddle.

  • Stadium Exercises For Green Horses | Allison Springer | TRAILER 01

    Episode 20

    Trailer for Veteran five-star event rider, and renowned trainer and coach, Allison Springer's Stadium Exercises For Green Horses Session. Join Allison as she works to empower riders to take ownership and understand that every time they ride their green horse, they are training them - for good, or...

  • Stadium Exercises For Green Horses | Allison Springer | TRAILER 02

    Episode 21

    Trailer for Veteran five-star event rider, and renowned trainer and coach, Allison Springer's Stadium Exercises For Green Horses Session. Join Allison as she works to empower riders to take ownership and understand that every time they ride their green horse, they are training them - for good, or...

  • Trailer 2 - Making Your Horse Adjustable

    Episode 22

    Trailer 2 for two time Olympic Gold Medalist, Phillip Dutton's, Making Your Horse Adjustable session. Join Phillip as he works with a group of riders over a technically challenging course to illustrate the importance of being able to adjust your horse into the jump. Watch Phillip ride and demonst...

  • Trailer 2 - ICP Clinic, Stadium Jumping

    Episode 23

    Trailer 1 for World Class performance manager and Chef D'Equipe, Yogi Breisner's ICP Stadium Jumping Clinic. Hear Yogi's industry insights and watch him instruct horse and rider pairs with the goal of improving their Stadium Jumping. Yogi works with a variety of riders and horses of various level...

  • Gymnastics & Stadium Courses | Ian Stark | TRAILER 02

    Episode 24

    Olympic and World Equestrian Games medalist, Ian Stark teaches a Gymnastics and Stadium Courses lesson over the show jumps. Riders work around a course and through gymnastic lines while Ian offers feedback. Working with both horse and rider, Ian creates better position, clear communication and mo...