learning resources:

CB Horsemanship free blog

  • quality of movement

    Crysta breaks down correct movement in horses and how to improve your horse’s gaits.

  • Improving the western horsemanship seat

    Go into detail on what makes one horsemanship rider stronger than another and learn key skills to improve your seat.

  • the lost art of fundamentals

    Crysta dives into the importance of fundamentals in a horse and rider.

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Rider resources

  • Balance Board

    For those struggling with balance I can’t recommend a balance board enough. They’re affordable and a great way to improve your riding from home.

  • Centered Riding Book

    For my riders wanting more detail on improving their form this book has been a valuable resource. Going in depth while using simple and visual language to describe tricky concepts.

  • Horse IQ

    When you find yourself ready to deep dive into the different classes you may want to compete in Horse IQ is a comprehensive resource to learn exactly how classes are judged.

  • Yoga for Equestrians

    I come back to this video consistently as resource for my riders to stay strong and supple away from the saddle.

  • Conscious Horsemanship

    Equitopia and Carla Bauchmueller talk about physical and emotional connection to the horse.

  • Biomechanics of engagement

    Equitopia and Art To Ride offer an excellent education in engagement and developing a horse’s back