Training for the flying change In the first of her two-part article, NICOLE TOUGH explains how to train for the…
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Nicole Tough: The dressage mindset
The dressage mindset A positive and resilient mindset is crucial to success in sport, and dressage is no exception. As NICOLE…
Nicole Tough: Graduating to FEI
Graduating to FEI Most dressage enthusiasts are interested in finding a horse within their budget to train to FEI level….
Nicole Tough: Advancing in dressage
Advancing in dressage Moving on to more advanced dressage levels takes patience, consistency and understanding, writes NICOLE TOUGH. Dressage is…
Nicole Tough: Time for high school
Time for High School: Mastering the Flying Change Time for high school In her five-part series, NICOLE TOUGH looks at…
Nicole Tough: It’s elementary
It’s elementary Elementary – it’s the kindergarten of the tough stuff! In the second of her five-part series, NICOLE TOUGH…
Nicole Tough: Back to basics
Back to basics This is the first of a not to be missed five-part series in which NICOLE TOUGH looks…
Nicole Tough: A deeper understanding
A deeper understanding Have you ever stopped to consider what instincts drive your horse’s behaviour? NICOLE TOUGH shares some fascinating…
Read MoreNicole Tough: The benefits of leg yielding
The benefits of leg yielding Leg yielding has many benefits and should be incorporated into your daily routine, writes NICOLE…
Nicole Tough: The importance of transitions
The importance of transitions It’s all too easy to become complacent about transitions. But they are a training opportunity that…
Nicole Tough Dressage: Let’s talk about the happy athlete
Let’s talk about the happy athlete The happy athlete – what does that mean? NICOLE TOUGH unpicks the concept. Article…
Nicole Tough Dressage: More energy, more passion, more footwork
More energy, more passion, more footwork What does collection mean to you? It’s an important feature of training that NICOLE…
Nicole Tough Dressage: The Counter Canter
The importance of counter canter The benefits of counter canter are many. NICOLE TOUGH explains her approach to successfully training…
Nicole Tough Dressage: Introducing the double bridle
Introducing the double bridle It takes considerable skill to use a double bridle effectively. NICOLE TOUGH explains why. Dressage riders…
Nicole Tough Dressage: Searching for the one
Searching for the one Buying a dressage horse is not just a financial outlay. It’s an investment in your hopes…