Tag: Dressage for Every Body

It was a snowy February day when I rode Minerva for the first time. She was a mover, responsive to my leg, & had gentle eyes that reminded me of my first love.

Every body is an equestrian body, and every body belongs in dressage, which is why August is focusing on size inclusivity on YourDressage.

I am able to remind myself that I am powerful and resilient...This sport is not easy, and we should be lifting each other up.

You don’t have to feel fearless to begin. Sometimes all it takes to find your way home is the courage to start.

I don’t ride for anyone else anymore. I ride for the honor of riding my boy, and for the joy of it. If we had a great, fun ride, who cares about the score!

Once I brought her home, she became a little wild the more we got to know each other, and there were several moments where I wondered if I’d made a mistake.

Every body is an equestrian body, and every body belongs in dressage, which is why August is focusing on size inclusivity on YourDressage.

In 2022, we made the decision to buy a horse for our family. Until that point, I had only been on a couple of trail rides, and neither had gone well.

Every body is an equestrian body, & our friends at Horse Dazzle & Kerrits Equestrian Apparel have graciously partnered with us for a #DressageForEveryBody2026 giveaway!

A Region 5 rider recounts some of the horses who have had the biggest impact on her riding career, & some words of wisdom to not let your self doubt stop you!