The poor economy has taken its toll on my training. I used to rely on regular lessons with a trainer. Now I take it where I can get it (for free). Some things I have been using:
Here is my newest discovery. USDF has a YouTube Channel! Many of their videos…um, stink. Recycled convention meeting video? No thanks.
But this one featuring Ingrid Klimke…great. Cavaletti, here I come! I have learned a plan for training with them, with specific exercises from Ingrid.
When I am totally frustrated, Jane Savoie saves the day every time. She is such a talented communicator. It all seems so easy when Jane explains it.
This one was from Dressage Training Online, which is a paid service. They have posted sample clips on YouTube. They’re short but a little bit of help is better than nothing. Maybe I’ll look into a membership.
This one shows the process of choosing music for your dressage horse. It’s alot of fun and includes an interview w/Karen Robertson–professional musical freestyle designer.
Practical information is always useful. Vet explains how to clean your horse’s sheath without sedating him.
Another practical classic from “Horseproblems Australia” aka John O’Leary. I’ve been watching his videos for a long time. He knows so much. I visit his site to help me be a better all-around horseperson.
Of course I would not be keeping it real here without the trailer loading video. Yes I am still working on this. More about that later. In the meantime, happy YouTube-ing!
Great info – thanks so much for sharing! I haven’t been able to get to my trainer’s since November, so any training tips and creative ideas are much appreciated.
Forgive me if this is a stupid question , but how can I follow your blog? I get lost on WordPress blogs sometimes
You’re very welcome, I am glad someone else got something out of this…they’re just a few favorites.
I also love youtube as a resource for occasional training tips or just to explore other disciplines that interest me