Micromanaging

Micromanaging

Recently I have been riding three very different horses but a theme has come to light during my lessons which is my bad habit of micromanaging. I think dressage riders have an especially tough task in avoiding micromanaging their horses during rides. Dressage attracts...
Horse Benefits: Friendships

Horse Benefits: Friendships

Dressage and having horses in general is pretty amazing.  There are so many benefits. The bond we have with our horses, fresh air and exercise just to name a few.   The one thing that I find very interesting is the depth of friendships we make through our...

Schooling vs. Recognized Showing

Dahlgren Dressage is lucky enough to be located in central Virginia where there are a lot of local riding clubs that put on inexpensive, casual dressage and combined training shows. We typically have at least one winter show series as well, which is nice as that can...