For Love of a Lusitano
When I sat on Joao for the first time, he was so sensitive, but kind. Although I was very nervous, he was a complete gentleman & did not take a single misstep.
Protego Santana, My Own Holy Protector
A para rider shares how a twist of fate put an injured Lusitano in her path after a riding accident resulted in a catastrophic injury to her foot.
Back in the Saddle with Pasador
An adult amateur rerider shares about the four-year-old, recently gelded Lusitano she acquired at age 70, & how they are now dancing their way to their dreams!
A Partnership with the “Diablo”
A Region 3 adult amateur shares the success she’s found with her Lusitano, and how he’s changed the trajectory of her riding career.
Bridle & Boardroom: Grace in the Season
Welcome back to Bridle & Boardroom, a monthly reflection where the lessons learned in the arena mirror the challenges of leadership.
Venetia Star: A Guiding Light To Recovery
A region 1 rider shares how her Lusitano/Hackney cross mare helped her find her independence in the saddle again following a traumatic brain injury.
Thirty Years to N’Dependence
After 30 years of dreaming of horse ownership, a Region 5 adult amateur found her perfect partner in a green prospect all the way across the country.
The Winding Road That Led Me To Where I’m Meant To...
"When I look back on everything—the challenges, the heartbreak, the fight, the comeback—I wouldn’t trade a single moment. Every step led me here."
It’s All About Balance
My journey to become a TD started almost four years ago. I was volunteering at a show, when our show secretary proposed that I look into the licensing process.