Maureen Sterling Dressage

10/12/2024

Yep, read that again!

"Advanced training is just the basics done really well." - Ken Ramirez
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"Training often fails because people expect way too much of the animal and way too little of themselves." - Bob Bailey
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"Please just do your homework." - Fred

01/12/2024

This. 1000000%.

Do you have to work really hard to memorise every movement, rehearse every transition. But when you enter the arena, nerves take over. Your horse feels this too, they tense up beneath you. Easier said than done but try to take a second, take a breath and tell your self just ride, tell yourself, focus on each step. You may not win, but you turned up, you over came and you danced with your horse, you will feel like a champion. Nerves get the better of all of us, that’s ok because you are human and your horse is an animal, everyday is a learning day.

Please do share if you can relate and spread this far and wide so that we show we are one community and that your not on your own with struggles

27/11/2024

24/11/2024

2 mill!

22/11/2024

Dressage isn’t just a test of physical ability—it’s a test of mental strength. The greatest riders are those who keep going, even when progress seems slow. They should be patient, resilient, and always willing to learn alongside their horse.

21/11/2024

Incredible news!!!😍

Big news! ‼️ United States Dressage Federation and US Equestrian are thrilled to announce that the 2025 US Dressage Finals presented by Adequan® are scheduled for October 30 – November 2, at the World Equestrian Center (WEC) in Wilmington, OH. Based on consistent feedback from competitors over the years regarding the unpredictable nature of the November weather, WEC was selected as the site of the 2025 and 2026 US Dressage Finals, affording competitors and attendees alike an equivalency of experience in all aspects of this highly revered event. The selection of WEC was based, in large part, on the facility’s over 200,000 square feet of climate-controlled riding space, in which all championship classes will be held, more than 750 permanent climate-controlled stalls, delicious onsite dining, and numerous luxurious lodging options.

Learn more about this update to our marquee ‘Centerline of Champions’ competition here: https://www.usdf.org/press/news/view-news.asp?news=1074

20/11/2024

I’ll never forget the first time I rode a schoolmaster. Every shift of weight, every touch of the rein, was met with an elegant response. He made me feel like a professional, and he taught me what true harmony felt like. He showed me what to strive for, I continue to strive for harmony with every horse I ride, sometimes that comes quicker than others but knowing that feeling means I understand my goal.