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5 contributions to Confident Rider Blueprint
Apr '25 •
What does “riding with confidence” look like for you?
A solo trail ride? Cantering without fear? Trotting down centerline at a show with a big smile on your face? "Riding with confidence” might look slightly different for everyone in terms of your specific goals, but all riders need to grow and develop their confidence. We need confidence to be good leaders to our horses and to be able to build our skills in the saddle. The more skills you can build, the more your horses will trust you and you'll feel that confidence grow! So tell us: What are your goals right now and what does "riding with confidence" look like for you?
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@Nicole Weston I always say “think about what you do want not what you don’t want. “
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Because they are moving with the horse!
Jan 16 •
Small Goals - A Small Challenge!
I often talk about setting small goals because we, as riders, tend to want to look at the big picture. That means thinking in terms of "I want to be a better rider" than narrowing our focus to something we can make progress on today. So I want to challenge everyone to narrow your focus to one small moment of challenge. No, it doesn't need to be hands-free riding as pictured in this GIF! Does your heart rate go up right before you mount? Does picking up the trot for the first time make you tighten up? Do you want to be a little more relaxed at the canter? Let me know what that first small moment is and let's talk about it! The journey to being a more confident rider starts with small steps, so lets find these and work on them! You're not the only one who has these moments and the idea behind this group is to share and work through them so we can all grow and support each other!
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You are correct, but I have to admit the first time I was living that photo with my crazy pony I felt ON TOP OF THE WORLD! I k potted the reins and said ok. We’re gonna gallop now and I’m putting my arms out. You ready? She said have I EVER not been ready? lol
Mar '25 •
You've entered the chat! Introduce yourself!
Thank you for joining our community! Let's get to know each other! I'm Nicole, a dressage trainer based in Los Angeles, and I’ve helped countless riders overcome show nerves, overcome their doubts or fears, and ride with confidence. Building confidence is a process that - like training a horse - happens one step at a time. I’m so excited to support you on your journey! ✨Step 1: 👇 Introduce yourself and where you're from What's your favorite breed of horse? Or what kind of horse do you have? Add A GIF for extra flair! ✨Bonus: Become a Level 2 member FAST for free courses 👇 Reply to at least two other group members and start real conversations! When you are done - CLICK ME FOR STEP 2 👈
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Hey! I’m Loretta in VA/USA. Very very much horse country. Lots of Olympians in dressage and eventing around here and nearby MD. I teach lessons with my herd at a barn I rent. Favorite breed…..Irish sport, ottb, welsh, Appaloosa. Can’t narrow it down. Horse I ride…well I try to school them all. But I have a few that don’t do lessons-lol that would be a really bad idea! My welsh x poa is my super star. She’s in my pic. She used to event and went to pony finals! Then there’s her niece who does dressage and is (not) patiently teaching me more dressage. Just haven’t had an entire year without something going on. She had laminitis-twice. Once it was nasty and both feet abscessed. Then my life went nasty. So I’ve ridden her twice in coming to a year now. Being 1/2 Arab I think I need to work up to riding with some ground work. Then there’s my special Irish draught x his Dam was imported from Ireland. Somehow no one knew she was in foal?? He’s 17.3h and had training by an Olympian. He is not your typical draft x for sure. I’ve had him 21 years now.
Mar '25 •
NEW MEMBERS - Welcome and START HERE! 🐴✨
Welcome to Confident Rider Blueprint! 🐴✨ We’re so excited to have you here! This community is designed to help you build confidence, improve your riding skills, and connect with fellow equestrians on the same journey. Whether you're overcoming fear, refining your technique, or just looking for support, you're in the right place! There is a lot of exciting content here - let's jump in and learn to access it! 👉 Comment: "Ride" and head over to THIS POST to get started
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@loretta-arey-8742
Horses. Proprioception on & off the horse. Mindset, the power of positive thinking & awareness can change your ride & your life! 20yrs teaching.
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