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Think you’re riding from your seat and legs—not just your hands? Here’s a fun way to find out! At Lagoballo , we love exercises that build independence and harmony, and this challenge will show you how well you can influence your horse using your 7-point seat . Why Try This Challenge? Riders often rely on reins more than they realise. These exercises help you: Improve balance and feel. Communicate through your seat and core. Build trust and responsiveness in your horse. Safet

Immersive Horse Education at its Finest Spending six days immersed in horsemanship with Mark Langley , in Bungendore, was nothing short of transformative. This clinic wasn’t just about learning new techniques—it was about slowing down, thinking differently, and building a deeper connection with our horses. Here are the biggest lessons I walked away with: 1. Master Leading and Make It the Baseline Before anything else, get your horse confident and reliable on the lead rope. A

How Self-Assessment Can Make You a More Mindful, Effective Rider If you're passionate about horses, you've probably spent more hours in the saddle than you care to count—only to discover, occasionally, that old habits have snuck back in. Maybe your horse in really lazy or is heavy in the contact. Don't fret! There's a refreshingly simple tool that can help you reset and ride with renewed awareness, it's what I like to call, the "horse shopping list" . This clever twist on int

How to Use Intentional Self-Assessment to Improve Your Body Mechanics in the Saddle If you’ve ever caught yourself gripping the reins too tightly or tensing your shoulders while riding, you’re not alone. Bad habits can sneak up on even the most experienced riders, often going unnoticed until they start to affect your comfort and communication with your horse. But what if there was a simple tool to help you reset those habits and ride with more awareness? Enter, what I like to

From Heavy to Harmonious: Unlocking Forward Energy Heavy breeds like Friesians, Andalusians, Gypsy Cobs, and draft crosses are stunning, powerful horses—but when it comes to uphill movements, forward thinking, and collected work, they face unique challenges. Unlike lighter breeds such as Thoroughbreds, Arabians, or Warmbloods, heavy horses are built for pulling, not lifting. This means they often carry more weight on the forehand, and even some have a forward-placed sternum,

How Do Equine Owners Fill the Gap and Why Root Cause Thinking is the Key Do you frequently find yourself unsure about how to advance or progress with your horse? Or do you sense that something is lacking in transitioning your horse from moving adequately to moving with complete ease? Or do you want to understand how to read their behaviours and patterns to enhance your connection more? (Whether this be on the ground or ridden.) Horsemanship, connection and advancement of ridi

Exploring the Pros, Cons, and Personal Approaches to Equine Training When it comes to training horses, the debate between the use of scientific methods and more intuitive, emotion-driven approaches is ongoing. While science-backed methodologies have brought about substantial improvements in safety, consistency, and welfare, they often fall short of addressing the complex emotions experienced by both horse and rider. In this blog post, we’ll examine why scientific methods in h

For Riders Who Have Pivo Online Lessons or Own their Own Ceecoach Devices When you’re riding and using tech like Pivo  for virtual lessons or Ceecoach  for real-time coaching, audio quality and connectivity matter. Here’s why: Pivo requires Bluetooth : Your phone sits on the Pivo device for filming, so a wired headset simply won’t reach. Bluetooth is essential for freedom of movement. Ceecoach supports both wired and Bluetooth , but wireless gives riders more comfort and elim

Understanding Timing, Aids, and Adaptation Across Environments Raising and training a young horse is a journey that requires patience, empathy, and a good understanding of equine learning. One of the most crucial – yet often underestimated – aspects of this journey is giving your young horse time to process. In this blog post, we’ll explore what it means to let your young horse process, why it’s essential, and how you can apply the right timing and aids in a variety of settin

Sharing our journey so far and what’s next on the path to a well-rounded, confident young horse Bringing up a young horse is as rewarding as it is challenging. Over the past two years with my gelding, Thor, I’ve focused on building a strong foundation—one that will set him up for a happy, confident, and safe life, no matter the pathway he ends up taking. Here’s a look at what we’ve done to date, along with some thoughts on what else can help shape a well-adjusted young horse.

Exploring How Horses’ Sensory Strengths Shape Their Behaviour Individually and in Groups Horses are fascinating creatures, not just for...

Canberra Equine Services: A Comprehensive Guide Canberra, the capital city of Australia and surrounding regions, are home to a vibrant equine community. For horse owners and enthusiasts alike, being aware of the available services in the area is crucial for the effective care and management of their equine companions. This blog post highlights key equine services in Canberra, including farriers, bodyworkers, veterinarians, transport companies, feed stores, horse products, clo

Building Respectful Boundaries with Positive Reinforcement Giving your horse a treat can be a rewarding way to bond and reinforce...

Understanding Australian Stringhalt: A Path to Recovery Australian Stringhalt is a perplexing condition that affects horses, causing them...

Reflections on Energy, Pressure, and Building Better Partnerships Hey there, fellow horse owners! Today, I wanted to jump in with some...