Quality Equine LLC (2024)

25/11/2020

Making sure you are positive and focused when you climb up in the saddle is so important...
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Horses are incredibly sensitive animals, picking up on the slightest change in our emotions and reacting to them. That's why some people say that our horses are the very best trainers of all. When we ride, we have to learn to put the highs and lows of our day to one side and focus on the present in order to succeed.⁣
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Do you have a routine to help you step into the right frame of mind before you ride? If so, we would love to hear about it - comment below!

19/11/2020

Obviously the horses you have in your barn and how happy they are far outweighs how important your barn looks but... this immaculate driveway to a horse farm really did catch our eye! Isn't it simply stunning? 🐴😍

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14/11/2020

We think the very best weekends of all are the ones with the most time spent at the barn! Do your weekend plans involved a lot of horse time? Perhaps you've got plans with barn friends to head out on the trial together or attend an exciting training clinic? Maybe you're out competing? We'd love to hear all about it!

09/11/2020

🥇"You'll never win if you don't begin..." 🥇⁣
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Do you daydream about your equestrian goals? Maybe you can almost feel what it would be like to achieve them, vividly aware of how wide that smile would be! 😊⁣
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Well, a goal without a plan is just a wish, so why not channel a little bit of Monday Motivation and get a plan pulled together to smash those goals? Make sure you really work on visualising what it would feel like to succeed. Go get them! 💖🐎🏃🏼‍♀️

03/11/2020

It's a big day here in the United States with people across the nation flocking to the polls to cast their vote. We're also very happy to be spending time with four legged friends who listen to us, carry us and love us regardless of whether we vote red or blue..!

25/10/2020

Struggling to find motivation in the face of ever more gloomy news about Covid-19? Hopefully the barn can be your sanctuary and a place to forget negativity for a while! Why not set yourself some training goals, even if you don't have competitions to aim for? Here are some goals setting tips to try!

1. Be specific - instead of saying "get better at flatwork" set yourself a goal of "learning shoulder in" or "achieving a flying change" Be specific so you can make steps towards it.

2. Give yourself a time frame. Goals like to be held in time, so when do you want to achieve this by?

3. Believe in it. How can you achieve something if you don't believe in it! Self-belief is so key and will really be the difference between you achieving your goals and not.

4. Use your support network. Who do you need around you to help make this happen? A coach? Mentor? Partner? Ask them to help you 💖🐴

19/10/2020

Does your love of horses extend to equestrian style in your home? We love little hints of a person's love for horses, such as this gorgeous table sculpture 😍

13/10/2020

Quality Equine was founded in 2019 by Kelli Kedroske Tyus to import, produce and sell sports horses to discerning customers across the US. 2020 has altered our plans a little, but we're pleased to have horses available for sale and lease on our website for you to look at. We're also looking forward to commencing European tours when it becomes possible again - watch this space! For now, take a look around our website and make sure you keep an eye on our social media feeds: https://www.qualityequinellc.com

08/10/2020

Our founder Kelli welcomed her darling horse Maximus to the USA last week! 🐴💖

Have you been separated from your horse during the Covid-19 pandemic, or prevented from carrying out your equestrian plans in 2020?

30/09/2020

In some US states and parts of Europe and Canada we're starting to see some chilly mornings and evenings as truly autumnal weather arrives! 🍁❄️

One of these would be mighty useful to help those muscles relax after work or help dry horses after a bath. Time to put one on the Christmas gift list!

29/09/2020

🐴 That all-important warm up! 🐴

If you trailer your horse to most or all of your competitions, then your warm will be more important than ever. If they’ve developed tension whilst being hauled or they have any underlying stiffness at all, then getting straight on board from the trailer might just aggravate it.

It’s worth lunging them on the biggest circle possible and with no training aids at all on them, to help them find their own balance and stretch the parts of their body that they want to.

Then, when you do get in the saddle, try riding them as low and long as you can (which might be easier said than done if they find the atmosphere exciting!) to continue that stretching. 🧘‍♀️

27/09/2020

A whole new week stretches ahead of us.. what will you do with it to ensure you are always getting closer to your goals? You could start by making a plan...

26/09/2020

Today's daydream - this stunning equestrian property currently for sale in the Hamptons... what a beautiful home and picture perfect grounds!

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25/09/2020

We so love the equestrian art that takes pride of place in this contemporary-styled home - just gorgeous! Who has some horsey art in their house?

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24/09/2020

Do you have a pre-competition routine which you swear by for the best luck when you ride into that ring? Or perhaps you run through some mindset work to ensure you are totally focused on the positives when you need to perform at your best? We'd love to hear about your event rituals
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23/09/2020

If you have limited time with a coach or trainer, you really want to make sure you’re getting the most out of your sessions with them. 🐴 Here are our four top tips to help you out:

⭐️ Prepare mentally and physically for your session. Make sure you have the right tack fitted, warm up you and your horse and get in the right frame of mind.

⭐️ Agree goals with your coach. If you have a competition or class in mind, share that with them and build a plan together which will help you get there.

⭐️ Communicate with them - ask questions and listen to everything they have to say. If you only take on board the things you want to hear, nothing will really change.

⭐️ Be patient. They say that anything important takes time to change, so make sure you don’t expect results too quickly. Stick with it!

22/09/2020

Obsessed with this gorgeous barn from in Santa Fe 😍 the perfect combination of style, luxury and function...

21/09/2020

We all have that one special horse who really touches our heart and that we remember fondly for the rest of our lives. Which horse do you feel that way about?

20/09/2020

Why do even the most experienced horse and rider combinations still school over poles? It's because pole work has the most amazing benefits for horse and rider!

They help to improve the strength and flexibility of the horse, and you can even build pole work grids to target certain areas of their body. For riders, they are useful for improving accuracy, timing and balance, as well as giving the rider a chance to see how their horse carries himself over complicated grids.

Why not give pole work a try when you're next in the ring?

19/09/2020

This gorgeous horsey mud room caught our eye on Pinterest earlier - what do you think? Perfect for the owner/rider with a couple of horses and a keen eye for the neat and tidy!

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18/09/2020

Never lose your curiosity, your passion and your focus on self-improvement!

Quality Equine's founder Kelli has used her international lifestyle to learn from riders and coaches all over the world. She is still working hard to develop her skills as a rider and sports horse importer, ready for when she is able to take clients across Europe in search of their dream ride. For now, plans are just a little on hold thanks to the Covid-19 pandemic and travel restrictions. Watch this space once we're able to travel more freely again!

17/09/2020

To some, a horse is worth the whole world! 🐴❤️🌎

16/09/2020

Does your horse tend to cut corners in the ring? This can be problematic in showjumping and hunter jumper classes, but it's a really poor starting point if you're hoping to compete in pure dressage! Here is a schooling tip you can try to help your horse go deeper into corners every time:

⭐️Start by riding in canter up the long side of the arena, on the left rein and a little spaced from the side.
⭐️Halt in the corner, close to the edge of the arena.
⭐️Once your horse has happily accepted the halt and is standing square, turn them right and then ride back down the long side.

This really helps prevent them anticipating the move and get them deep into the corner every time!

15/09/2020

What an entrance 😍 with some amazing barn inspiration, as ever. What would your dream barn have? A horse solarium, a huge indoor school, a set of pristine show jumps, unlimited trial riding...? Your dream barn, just think about it!

14/09/2020

What are your goals at the moment? Are you working towards a new height class in showjumping or going up the dressage grades? Maybe your aims are related to your own riding skills as you learn a new discipline, or you're just getting started in the sport. Here are a few reasons why we think setting goals are a great idea, regardless of the level you're at:

🐴 They help you stay motivated! If you don't fell like getting out of bed early to go to the barn or riding is the last thing you feel like doing after work, having a clear goal will give you extra oomph to get on with it.

🐴They give you focus. If you're not sure what to do with your horse or whether to invest in a lesson or a new rug, goals will help steer your decision making.

🐴 If you break them down into sub-goals, you'll have lots of little successes to celebrate along the way! Now that is fun - what will you celebrate with? 🍨🥂

13/09/2020

Do you prefer the quiet concentration of the indoor ring, the bustle of a warm up ring or the freedom of the trail? Or perhaps it entirely depends on your mood?

This gorgeous indoor riding arena would certainly help us make up our mind!

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11/09/2020

It's sometimes easy to forget how remarkable and amazing it is that an animal as fast, powerful and intelligent as a horse allows us to ride on its back. Horses give us the wings to fly over enormous jumps, the speed to cover ground in a way our bodies would never let us and they lift our spirits too. A little bit of Friday joy for you all! 🐴❤️

10/09/2020

Who else feels that their horse is the very best listener and companion they know? 🥰🐴

09/09/2020

The nights are starting to draw in and, for those in Northern states, it won't be long before the signs of fall are all around us. Do you love getting cosy with a candle in the evenings when the cooler weather does arrive? These fabulous equestrian-inspired candle holders will be just the ticket! 🍂🍁

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08/09/2020

🌟 Tuesday Showjumping Tips! 🌟

If you want to take your showjumping to the next level, accuracy is incredibly important. Whether that is the accuracy of your line around the ring or the adjustments to stride length and canter leads, you need to be on point. Here are three things you can work on:

🐴 One way to improve your accuracy in the ring is that when you're schooling at home find a marker in the ring and try to ride your horse over it as accurately as possible.

🐴 You can also spend time practising shortening and lengthening the stride to help you work out exactly how to make sure you're meeting fences just right.

🐴 Finally, riding younger horses in a figure of eight pattern over a small cross pole will help them learn how to land on the right lead and change legs when needed.

07/09/2020

How much do you know about Quality Equine? 🐴

🇺🇸 Quality Equine is a sports horse importer founded by American Kelli Kedroske Tyus with the aim of sourcing premium European bloodstock to produce and sell to riders based anywhere in the world.

🏀 Kelli’s international lifestyle, being married to pro-basketball player Alex Tyus, means that she has had an incredible opportunity to develop her riding prowess in multiple countries, building personal relationships with well-respected trainers and riders.

🌎 Quality Equine is uniquely placed in the market to source our customer with exciting horses, thanks to a trusted international network of partnerships with leading showjumpers.

06/09/2020

Do you know that you can change your outlook for the whole week ahead by making one small change to the way you think? 🌟

This week, don’t focus on what has gone wrong or what could go wrong. You’ll only get stuck in a negative mindset, allowing yourself to dwell on negative thoughts more than anything else. Instead, think about what has gone well, the positive lessons you have learnt and the amazing things that could happen if you let yourself believe it. Make a real effort to focus on positives this week and watch your mindset change…

04/09/2020

Sit up and pay attention! 🐴

Why is an independent seat so important for riders wishing to progress up through the ranks of their sport? When a rider has an independent seat, it means that they are able to connect continuously to the horse's movement through their seat, staying balanced and stable without the support of rein contact.

That allows the rider to have control of their leg position (and therefore the leg aids that they give the horse) independently from the movement of the horse and their own hands. Without it, the rider tips back and forward depending on movement of the horse's head and the reins.

03/09/2020

Sharing some equestrian perfection with you as we edge a little closer to the weekend! What a place... ⭐️😍 ⁣thank you to Blackburn Architects for creating such a masterpiece!

02/09/2020

We just adore this quote about our beloved horses - it's so true! Plus it rather applies to all aspects of life as well. If you put positivity in, you'll get positivity out. 🌟🐴

01/09/2020

This is just the perfect home office, don't you think? Calm, peaceful and with a gorgeous triptych of a horse filling the wall in front of you... Do you prefer a bright and vibrant or calming, zen type of workspace?

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31/08/2020

It's safe to say we're a little bit smitten with this tack room from a polo barn in Florida... We've never seen anything so neat, clean and organised! Perfection...

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29/08/2020

Are you planning to spend this weekend at the barn? It can be a great chance to catch up a little bit and get some chores done as well as spending some extra time with your horse. It's also a good opportunity to do something different with them under saddle, like a trip out to some trails or a training clinic.

We would love to hear what you're up to with your horses!

28/08/2020

Have you ever had an instructor comment on the height of your hands? Or perhaps you’ve noticed leading riders in dressage and show jumping hold their hands higher than the average English-style rider? 👋

Well there’s a good reason why they do! The height of your hands is important, but it’s influenced by how advanced the horse is in his or her education. The more advanced their level, the more likely they are to work with a higher degree of ‘uphill’ collection. This causes their shoulder and front end to rise slightly, so the rider can hold their hands higher. 🐴

27/08/2020

What can we say? There are barns that are gorgeous on the inside, there are barns that are gorgeous on the outside.... and then there's this! What a stunning place to keep horses!

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