Think about the way you practice with your horse. You probably ride with less intensity and face fewer negative consequences if you make a mistake. That’s why a mock horse show can be the perfect tool to hone your riding. Making the Most of a Mock Horse Show If you ride with other competitors or […]

Deciding on the right university and equestrian team for you is a big deal. Not only will the school you pick determine where you live for an important portion of your life, but it will also impact connections you make, jobs you’ll have, and people you’ll meet. You must be prepared to make this decision […]

A new show year is upon us and now is the time to start the year as strong as possible. Leg strength is crucial to the rider but we often automatically think of the drills we can do while horseback, such as riding without stirrups, two-point, and lunge line lessons. However, what can we do […]

Last month, GoHorseShow published an article about whether people in the industry would prefer the Select World Show combined with the Open/Amateur World. Our poll showed overwhelmingly (82%) that most people prefer they be combined. Although 2020 was a tough year with shows being canceled due to the pandemic and having to combine shows, it […]

Riding a spooky horse can be one of the most challenging tasks for riders of any level. An unexpected jump in the show pen can often mean the difference between placing, and being left off the card. Our equine partners must be as “quiet” and “bombproof” as possible. But how do they come to be […]

Longtime horse breeder Robin DeGraff of Port Clinton, Ohio, has always been horse crazy. At age16, DeGraff graduated high school and went straight to work at a nearby stable to learn about horses. Over the next several years, Robin worked at a multitude of barns and stables that specialized in breeding and showing many different […]

Assistant trainer Sarah Keith of Elizabeth, Colorado, started working for Chad Evans in 2016. Some of her responsibilities include setting the trail for the day, saddling horses, doctoring, organizing the trailers for shows, clipping, giving lessons, and riding. Keith currently shows in the hunter under saddle, trail, western pleasure, and western riding. Keith grew up […]

You are ready to go into your next class, your trainer tells you to put weight in your stirrups and roll your shoulders back when you walk into the large arena, your nerves set in. Unconsciously, your toes point down, and your body leans forward. This automatically presents a red flag to the judges. However, […]

With AQHA’s recent announcement that starting in 2021, more divisions will be added to its popular ranch riding class. Some exhibitors may be considering giving this popular class a try. But the change from pleasure rider to ranch rider requires more than a wardrobe and tack change. Trainer Marty Simper of Elwood, Utah, offers some […]