How to Compete in Equestrian Dressage
Dressage is one of the most unique of equine sports. Training in dressage makes the horse develop both sides of their body in an equal manner. It is popular belief that this is the core of riding and that you can prepare a rider for any type. If you are new to this, dressage is a great place to start.
Supplies:
- A competent trainer
- Lots of practice time
- A horse to take lessons on or one of your own
- Look for a competent trainer. Find one who competes on a regular basis. Talk to their students. Observe them riding and competing.
- Sign up for some lessons. Take a regular lesson with the trainer. A lesson once a week is very important, as is lots of practice time in between them.
- Look for a competent and trained horse. If you are a beginner when it comes to dressage, you have to look for a horse to ride that has some dressage training.
- Enter some schooling shows. Schooling shows are for you to compete in for gaining experience. You will not get any points, but you will gain lots of momentum.
- Make sure you train one level up from where you are comfortable and from where you will be showing in the future. The more practice time you and your horse have together, the better you will do in the shows. You will also tell a distinct difference when it comes to riding your horse. Patience is a virtue, so don’t get discouraged if things aren’t moving as quickly as you would like.