Unbridled With Nicholas Fyffe
Tuesday, August 23 2016
By Annan Hepner
Nicholas Fyffe, an Australian citizen, is an international Grand Prix dressage rider based year-round in Wellington, Florida. Nicholas and his partner, Olympian David Marcus, operate Marcus Fyffe Dressage as a training business for youth, amateurs and … [Read more]
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Equestrian Destination: Franklin, Tennessee
Monday, August 22 2016
By Britney Anderson
Imagine a town that’s neither forgotten the past nor remained stuck in it; a town with a rich history, including one of the Civil War’s largest battles — regularly reenacted — but also one of the fastest … [Read more]
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Horse Show Parenting: Support Without the Pressure
Saturday, August 20 2016
By Margie Sugarman
Margie Sugarman is a leading board-certified psychotherapist and sports consultant based in New York. Margie’s desire is to enhance performance through the connection between the mind and body, and her current client list includes Olympic, professional and … [Read more]
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Discussing Dressage with Shannon Peters
Thursday, August 18 2016
Shannon Peters is a U.S. Dressage Federation bronze, silver and gold medalist, and three-time National Championship competitor. She loves bringing young horses up through the levels, and competes regularly both in Southern California CDIs and other top shows. Shannon is … [Read more]
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One in a Million: Show Jumper Rich Fellers Shares His London Experience and Dishes on Flexible’s Staying Power
Friday, August 12 2016
By Lauren R. Giannini
When asked what advice he gives to young riders gung-ho to pursue equestrian glory, Olympic show jumper Rich Fellers said, “I focus on horsemanship and horse care. My biggest thing is kind of simple, but … [Read more]
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Unbridled with Walter “Jimmy” Lee
Wednesday, August 10 2016
By Lisa Engel
Walter J. Lee is a USEF “R” rated judge and an internationally renowned hunter judge, trainer and breeder who’s held in highest regard by his industry peers. As owner and trainer of seven AHSA Grand Hunter Champions … [Read more]
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Show Jumper Brian Walker Answers Your Questions
Monday, August 08 2016
Brian Walker, a dual Canadian and American citizen, has trained, worked and ridden alongside the best in the world over the last 25 years. As a junior, Brian won the Maclay Medal Equitation Championship in 2001. Brian has made a … [Read more]
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Canadian Rider Lizzie Gingras Chases Her Dreams
Sunday, August 07 2016
By Cat Allen
First thing every morning, in a beautifully polished farm fit for Olympic equine and equestrian athletes alike, you’ll likely find 34-year-old Lizzie Gingras, sixth-ranked Canadian in the FEI Longines Jumping Rankings, administering treats to her horses. “Every … [Read more]
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Jen Verharen Is Part of the Dream Team
Sunday, August 07 2016
By Mandy Alexander
To say Jen Verharen is living her dream would be an understatement. The lifelong Pony Club rider has joined the Dressage Foundation’s International Dream Program as a chaperone. Jen will travel to Europe with the young … [Read more]
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Refocusing and Reducing Anxiety While Showing
Friday, August 05 2016
By Margie Sugarman
Margie Sugarman is a leading board-certified psychotherapist and sports consultant based in New York. Margie’s desire is to enhance performance through the connection between the mind and body, and her current client list includes Olympic, professional and … [Read more]
- Published in General