Flatwork is very important for developing horses for jumping.  Being mindful of the tempo of the horse's gaits will help improve their quality.  Incorporating transitions and an exercise such as the "spiral-in" will help the horse eng...

In this episode, Denise  explores the curious similarities between driving a car and riding a horse.Denise Youell, a USHJA certified hunter/jumper horse trainer and barn owner, draws on her experiences from over 30 y...

A brief overview of the EHV outbreak in California in February 2022.  Equine Herpesvirus-1 (EHV) is a very contagious virus and can cause fever and respiratory illness in horses. A variant of EHV-1 can also cause neurological disease. ...

Denise made an audio recording of one of her lessons, and is sharing it part of it with you.  This portion of the the lesson focuses on the ABCs:  Arms, Base of support, and Connection.In this episode:...

Companion video to Walk The LineDenise Youell, a USHJA certified hunter/jumper horse trainer and barn owner, draws on her experiences from over 30 years of professional work in the indu...

It's time to enjoy a summer of horse travel now that the pandemic appears to be winding down!In this episode. a brief overview of:Transportation for horses to shows or other venuesTow vehicle and trailer service che...

Some brief thoughts as I reflect on the past week of competition.

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When riding in a clinic, realize what your have learned (positive and otherwise) and apply it to your future rides.In this episode:Clinics are great for a fresh look at your riding and training.Approach clinics with...

Why do riders not spend more time working their horse at the walk?  In this episode:Horse's footfall and moments of suspension in the trot and canterHorse's footfall and lack of suspension in the walkU...

As riders we often consider footing, temperature and humidity when deciding when or if we should work or compete our horses.  Now add air quality to the list.In this episode:Riding in poor air qualityUsing fact...

Understanding herd behavior in horses can help you understand how to work with your horse more productively.In this episode:Humans need to be the "leader" of the relationshipGroundwork and herd dynamicsMare...

As riders, getting hurt is inevitable.  Injuries not only leave physical scars, but scar our confidence too.  Sometimes chronic pain or the fear of re-injury makes us reevaluate our riding. Denise talks about her spine injuries and th...

A social media meme sends Denise investigating the art and physics of modern forward seat riding.In this episode:Equitation: Art and scienceCreating an efficient systemEvolution of classical and forward sea...

Do you ever go to look something up then end up with so much information you don't know what to do with it?  Someone, somewhere, came up with that info, and stored it in a way that you eventually found it!  What about your own ideas a...

We take such good care of our horses, let us not forget to take of ourselves!  Denise has a few basic tips on conditioning your own body for an increase in riding activity.  And it is not that different from how we would condition our...

We all wish that we didn't make mistakes in the show ring or in life.  Accept the past and be grateful for the knowledge you now have.  You are a better horseman, and person, because you have learned from your past.Do you have...

Have you been unable to ride your horse as often as you would like?  Has your horse lost his fitness and you want to prepare him an upcoming outing?  Denise has a few ideas about diet and exercise to help get your horse out of "pastur...

Join your host for conversations about tack and training, tips and troubles.  All things equestrian, just like you would you do when you are at the the stables, hanging out in The Barn Aisle.Denise Youell, a USHJA certified hunter/...